Components of a TestStand System

TestStand is designed for use in a test system along with hardware, drivers, and additional software to optimize TestStand for your application. Use the following list of typical TestStand system components as a starting point for building your test system.

Table 1. Components of a TestStand System
Component Notes
TestStand

Install TestStand using NI Package Manager. TestStand includes the TestStand engine, sequence editor, and user interface.
Code Modules

Code modules are programs invoked by TestStand. Create code modules in the supported application development environment (ADE) or programming language of your choice.
Module Adapters

Module adapters invoke code modules that your TestStand sequences call. TestStand installs several module adapters including, LabVIEW, .NET, and Python. This allows you to load and call code modules, pass parameters to code modules, and return values and status from code modules you created in a variety of programming languages.
Hardware and Drivers

The hardware and drivers required for your system depend on the device, component, and properties you want to test. Visit ni.com to explore the ecosystem of NI test and measurement hardware.