INSTALLATION GUIDE
RMC-8356
This guide includes installation information for the RMC-8356. For more information about
configuring, using, and maintaining the RMC-8356, refer to the RMC-8356 User Manual.
You can download the user manual in PDF format at ni.com/manuals.
Contents
Related Documentation ............................................................................................................ 2
Unpacking................................................................................................................................. 2
What You Need to Get Started ................................................................................................. 2
Key Features ............................................................................................................................. 3
Mainboard Features .......................................................................................................... 3
CPU .......................................................................................................................... 3
Chipset ...................................................................................................................... 3
Memory .................................................................................................................... 4
Slots ..........................................................................................................................4
Video ........................................................................................................................ 4
HDD.......................................................................................................................... 4
Onboard LAN ........................................................................................................... 4
Onboard I/O.............................................................................................................. 4
Power Supply............................................................................................................ 4
Fan ............................................................................................................................4
Power Management Features.................................................................................... 5
Front Panel LEDs ..................................................................................................... 5
System Management................................................................................................. 5
RMC-8356 Description ............................................................................................................ 5
Upgrade/Optional Equipment................................................................................................... 7
Memory Upgrades ............................................................................................................ 7
Upgrade Options............................................................................................................... 7
RMC-8356 Overview ............................................................................................................... 7
Safety Information.................................................................................................................... 7
Chassis Cooling Considerations ............................................................................................... 8
Providing Adequate Clearance ......................................................................................... 8
Installation ................................................................................................................................ 9
Connecting Safety Ground .......................................................................................................9
Connecting to Power Source .................................................................................................... 9
Rack Mounting ......................................................................................................................... 10
Installing the Rails ............................................................................................................ 10
Identifying the Rails ..........................................
............................................................... 10
Installing the Chassis Rails............................................................................................... 10
Installing the Rack Rails................................................................................................... 11