PCI-AC51 OPTO 22, PCI-AC51 Datasheet - Page 8

• Manufacturer Part Number: PCI-AC51
• Description: Computers, Interface Cards
• Manufacturer: OPTO 22

Specifications of PCI-AC51

• Peak Reflow Compatible (260 C): No
• Leaded Process Compatible: No
• Lead Free Status / RoHS Status: Contains lead / RoHS non-compliant

QUICK START
Quick Start
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PCI-AC51 User’s Guide
Follow the steps in this section to:
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Installing Hardware
The PCI-AC51 adapter card installs into any PCI expansion slot of a PCI-capable computer. The toolkit
supports a maximum of 32 PCI-AC51 cards. You may add multiple PCI-AC51 adapter cards for
convenience, but note that multiple cards do not increase Pamux throughput. The number of Pamux
accesses per computer is constant.
Follow these steps to install the card:
1. Turn off the computer. Remove the power cord and the computer’s cover.
2. Before handling the PCI-AC51, discharge excess static electricity by touching the computer’s
3. Install the card in one of the PCI expansion slots.
4. Verify that the PCI-AC51 card is properly seated in the motherboard PCI socket. Secure the card
5. Reinstall the power cord. Leave the computer cover off temporarily so you can see the card’s
Installing Software
To install software, read and follow the instructions in the Readme file in the software packet.
Installation automatically places the necessary files in the correct locations for the operating system
you are using.
Testing the Card
The easiest way to test the card is to use the PamScan PCI utility, included in the PCI-AC51 Toolkit.
Using PamScan PCI, you can read and write directly to points on the I/O unit, without going through
your application. Before testing, attach the I/O unit using a flat HH-series ribbon cable with a 50-pin
CAUTION:
damage the card or other devices.
Install hardware
Install software
Use the utilities provided to identify and test the card
Change your application for the PCI-AC51.
The power cord must be removed, or any sudden spike may cause the computer to
automatically boot.
metal chassis.
with the screw.
LEDs.
Do not scratch this card or other cards in the computer, as scratching may irreversibly