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This chapter explains how to install the MXI-4 software and hardware.

The software for your MXI-4 controller enables use of the MXI-4 
Connection Monitor which is built into the MXI-4 hardware. This software 
enhances the product, allowing you to monitor your MXI-4 link, view 
information about the organization of your PXI system, and 
programmatically retrieve data about the link, chassis, and modules you 
have installed.

The MXI-4 software for Microsoft Windows operating systems is included 
as part of NI-VISA. The appropriate version of NI-VISA is provided on the 
MXI-4 Software CD or National Instruments Driver CD included with your 
kit. To install the software, insert the CD into your computer and run the 

setup.exe

 program if it does not start automatically. Follow the 

installation program prompts to install the NI-VISA software and any other 
components you select. After installation you may be required to reboot 
your computer before using the MXI-4 software.

If the MXI-4 software does not support your operating system, the operating system 

will provide a mechanism for you to ignore the MXI-4 Connection Monitor which is built 
into the MXI-4 hardware.

If you are using LabVIEW Real-Time, be sure you also update the LabVIEW RT controller 
by accessing the Software attributes of your target system in Measurement & Automation 
Explorer (MAX) and using MAX to update the software on your LabVIEW RT controller.