National Instruments PXI-8109 User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE

NI PXI-8109 and NI PXIe-8133

Flex Cable Replacement

This guide describes how to install the flex cable replacement for the

NI PXI-8109 and NI PXIe-8133 embedded controllers. For more detail and

a video demonstration of the cable replacement, please visit ni.com/info

and enter the Info Code 8133FlexReplace.

The flex cable can be replaced by hand. No tools are needed and the

controller does not need to be disassembled. Perform the following steps

for installation and removal instructions.

1. Locate the single-ended board to board flex cable on your

NI PXI-8109 or NI PXIe-8133 embedded controller as shown below in

Figure 1.

Figure 1. View of the Controller Back End with Board to Board Flex Cable

Caution Touch the metal part of the case to discharge any static electricity that might be

on your clothes or body.

1 Board to Board Flex Cable

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2. Remove the existing cable by completing steps a and b below.

Caution Do not put pressure on additional components near the connector or scrape the

connector against components while removing the cable.

a. Gently remove by hand (no tools necessary) both sides of the

cable from the mating connectors on the two boards of the

controller.

1. Disconnect one side of the flex cable from its mating

connector.

2. Straighten the cable after disconnecting the first side.

3. Disconnect the second side of the flex cable from its mating

connector.

b. Discard the old cable.

3. Install the new cable.

a. The replacement cable will be flattened when it arrives.

b. Each connector is keyed in a way to prevent improper installation.

c. Connect one side of the new flex cable to the appropriate keyed

connector on the controller.

d. Slowly bend the cable using large angles such that the second flex

cable connector is above the mating connector on the controller,

and make the connection.

Caution Tight bends or creases in the cable will damage its functionality.

e. Once both sides of the cable are in place apply moderate pressure

on both sides to ensure a good connection. Do not push on other

components in the process. You may need to gently push the

middle of the cable toward the inside of the controller to square up

the connectors on the board.

4. Verify the cable is installed correctly.

a. Install the controller into a chassis.

b. Power on the chassis.

c. Verify the controller boots properly.

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