Installing the Hardware
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How to Install dSPACE Boards
The following instructions will guide you through the installation of
dSPACE boards in an expansion box/AutoBox or in the host PC.
You install the boards at your own risk. In the event of any damage
caused by improper handling, dSPACE cannot be held liable.
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Working with more than one dSPACE board in plug & play
configuration may cause assignment problems. For details, refer to
Problems with Multiple Plug & Play Boards on page 238.
Preconditions ā The system is switched off. For instructions, refer to How to Switch
Off a dSPACE System on page 39.
ā Precautions are taken to avoid damage by high electrostatic
voltages. For details, refer to Safety Precautions for Installing and
Connecting the Hardware on page 20
Method To install dSPACE boards
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WARNING! Hazardous voltages.
Risk of electric shock and/or damage to the hardware.
Before doing any installation work, make sure that:
ā The power supply of the host PC and the expansion box (if used)
are switched off.
ā No external device is connected to the dSPACE system.
1 Disconnect the host PC, the expansion box and all external devices
connected to them from power supply.
2 Open the enclosure.
3 Select an empty full-size 16-bit slot with two free brackets next to
it.
4 Remove the brackets that cover the openings on the rear side of
the enclosure.