Introduction Chapter 1
SC-2040 User Manual 1-4 © National Instruments Corporation
Register-Level Programming
There are no register-level programming concerns for the SC-2040. When using the SC-2040,
only the MIO-16E Series board needs to be programmed. Refer to your MIO-16E board manual
for further information on register-level programming.
Optional Equipment
Contact National Instruments to order the following optional equipment:
• CB-50 I/O connector (50-screw terminals) with 0.5 or 1.0 m cable
• Single or double height rack-mount kit with acrylic plastic cover
• Single or double height rack-mount kit with metal wraparound cover
Unpacking
Your SC-2040 board is shipped in an antistatic package to prevent electrostatic damage to the
board. Electrostatic discharge can damage several components on the board. To avoid such
damage in handling the board, take the following precautions:
• Ground yourself via a grounding strap or by holding a grounded chassis such as a computer
chassis.
• Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of your computer chassis before removing the
board from the package.
• Remove the board from the package and inspect the board for loose components or any other
sign of damage. Notify National Instruments if the board appears damaged in any way.
Do not install a damaged board into your computer.
• Never touch the exposed pins of connectors.