National Instruments VXI-1394 - Manual (Page 15)

© National Instruments Corporation 2-1 VXI-1394 User Manual for Windows
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Installation and Configuration
This chapter explains how to set up your test system.
Installing the Software
Use the Setup program that came with your NI-VXI/NI-VISA software to
install the entire software package or a software update, or to reinstall
software in the event that your files were accidentally erased.
Some of the utilities rely on the LabWindows/CVI Run-Time Engine. This
software is installed, if necessary, during the NI-VXI/NI-VISA installation.
Depending on the type of installation you choose, you may need up
to 50 MB of free space available on your hard drive to accommodate the
NI-VXI and NI-VISA software.
To be compliant with VXIplug&play specifications, a VXI controller must
provide the VISA I/O driver library standardized by VXIplug&play. VISA
ensures that your controller can run all VXIplug&play-compatible software
now and in the future.
The NI-VISA software in this kit is compatible with the WINNT/GWINNT
and WIN95/GWIN95 frameworks. With NI-VISA installed on your
computer, you can run any VXIplug&play software that is compatible with
these frameworks. This includes instrument drivers and executable soft
front panel software that are included with VXIplug&play-compatible
instruments from a variety of vendors.
Installing the NI-VXI and NI-VISA Software
This section describes how to install the NI-VXI and NI-VISA software.
Please carefully read these directions along with any messages on the
screen before making your selections.
You can quit the Setup program at any time by pressing the Cancel button.