Error -1073807195 When Using NI-VISA with a GPIB Instrument

Updated Apr 1, 2025

Reported In

Software

  • Measurement and Automation Explorer (MAX)
  • LabVIEW

Driver

  • NI-VISA
  • NI-488.2

Issue Details

When using NI-VISA with a GPIB instrument, I encounter the following error:

Error -1073807195: VISA (Hex 0xBFFF00A5) - The interface type is valid, but the specified interface number is not configured.

How can I resolve this issue to successfully use the NI-VISA driver for communication with my GPIB instrument?

Solution

To resolve this issue, ensure that the NI-VISA Passport for GPIB is enabled in the VISA Passport Options. Follow these steps:

  1. Open NI MAX (Measurement & Automation Explorer).

  2. Go to Tools » NI-VISA » VISA Options.

  3. In the VISA Options tab, select Passports under General Settings.

  4. Verify that NiVi488.dll - NI-VISA Passport for GPIB is checked.





 

 

    If the passport is already enabled, make sure that the NI GPIB Enumeration Services is set to Running in Windows Services:

    1. Open Services from the Start menu.

    2. Search for NI GPIB Enumeration Service.

    3. Check if the service is running. If not, start the service.

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