National Instruments VXI-USB User Manual

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This chapter explains how to set up your test system.

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 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 
framework. With NI-VISA installed on your computer, you can run any 
VXIplug&play software that is compatible with this framework. This 
includes instrument drivers and executable soft front panel software 
included with VXIplug&play-compatible instruments from a variety of 
vendors.

This section describes how to install the NI-VXI and NI-VISA software.

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 clicking the Cancel button.