What You Need to Get Started
Verify that the following items are included in the cRIO-904x controller kit.
Figure 1. cRIO-904x Kit Contents
1. Controller (4-Slot or 8-Slot)
2. USB Type-A Male to USB Type-C Male Cable
3. Power Connector (Ships connected on Front
Panel)
4. Ferrite
5. SD Card Cover (Ships Connected on Front Panel)
6. Screwdriver
7. Driver Media
8. Documentation
Required Components
• Host Computer
• C Series Modules
• Power Supply
Installing Software on the Host Computer
If you do not currently have any NI software installed on your host computer, see the Install
Software section for details on required software and in which order to install it. If you have
some NI software already installed, see the Software Compatibility Resources section for
resources to check the compatibility of your software with your controller.
Install Software
Before using the cRIO-904x, you must install the following application software and device
drivers on the host computer in the order shown.
Refer to the "Choosing Your Programming Mode" section of the cRIO-904x User Manual to
determine the programming modes you wish to use.
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