Hi Tug,
Can you take screenshots of where you choose the DAQmx Tags in both Server Explorer and when binding a variable through its properties? Would you mind describing your exact steps in that process?
Have you tried this out with a trial version of NI OPC Servers or Kepware? http://sine.ni.com/nips/cds/view/p/lang/en/nid/4584 » Resources » Download NI OPC Servers.
Are you already working with somebody in Applications Engineering? If you are part of a university you might have basic support with us and a call into our phone support system might get the ball rolling quicker for you.
I look forward to your reply.
Thanks,
Dan Richards
Certified LabVIEW Developer