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Legacy: RT Series PXI Embedded Controller Configuration Procedure

Note: If you have an RT Series PXI controller with the RT Engine pre-installed (PXI-814x RT, PXI-8156B RT, and PXI-817x RT) continue with the configuration instructions below. If you have an RT-compatible PXI controller with a Windows OS pre-installed, follow this link to boot your controller into RT first.

  1. Connect the RT Series PXI controller to the network and power on the controller.

  2. Double-click the Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) icon on the desktop of the host computer.

  3. Expand Remote Systems in the left pane of MAX. The system appears listed under Remote Systems with its serial number as its default name.

    Note: The host computer must be on the same subnet in order for you to configure the RT Series PXI system. If your controller is on the same subnet but still doesn't appear in MAX, follow this link for further troubleshooting information.


  4. Click the system in MAX and click the Network Settings tab in the right pane. Fill in the appropriate network settings. You can select Obtain an IP Address Automatically (DHCP) if you are unsure of the correct network settings. Contact your system administrator if you need more help.

  5. Click the Apply button.

  6. Click the Yes button to reboot.

  7. Follow this link to install software on the controller.

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