Error 0xBFFA4214 When Creating NI Switch Executive Virtual Device

Issue Details

• I am trying to create a Switch Executive Virtual Device in NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX), but I keep receiving error 0xBFFA4214. How can I resolve this?
• Whenever I try to create a Switch Executive Virtual Device, I see a Timeout expired before operation completed error. What's causing this?
• How can I resolve the below error?

Solution

1. Insufficient timeout.
   • If a custom driver has been created for the device, or if the driver source code is available, increase the default VISA timeout value.
2. Incorrect DLL path.
   • Verify that the path to the IVI driver is correct by following the steps below:
     1. In NI MAX, expand IVI Drivers >> Driver Sessions.
     2. Select the Driver Session that corresponds to your Switch Executive Virtual Device.
     3. Navigate to the directory listed under Module Path (32-bit) and Module Path (64-bit) if applicable.
     4. Check that the DLL is present and.
3. Multiple versions of the same DLL.
   • Ensure that only one version of the driver DLL exists on the host PC.