The National Instruments PXIe-8105 is a PXI Express embedded controller that serves as a high-performance computing platform within modular instrumentation and data acquisition systems. Built around an Intel Core Duo processor operating at 2.0 GHz, this 3U module integrates processing, storage, and I/O connectivity to maximize available chassis slots for measurement modules.
Technical Specifications
Processor & Memory
• Intel Core Duo T2500 dual-core processor, 2.0 GHz clock speed, 667 MHz front-side bus
• Dual-channel 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM with two SO-DIMM sockets; 512 MB standard, expandable to 4 GB
• Mobile Intel 945GM Express chipset with 82801GHM (ICH7-M DH) southbridge
Storage & System Bandwidth
• 60 GB or larger Serial ATA hard disk (1.5 Gb/s transfer rate); 30 GB PATA option for extended temperature operation
• Maximum system bandwidth: 1 GB/s
• Maximum slot bandwidth: 1 GB/s
Connectivity
• Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000BASE-TX)
• Four Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports
• DVI-I video output with included DVI-I to VGA adapter
• One RS-232 serial port and IEEE 1284 ECP/EPP parallel port
• Integrated GPIB (IEEE 488) controller
• One ExpressCard/34 slot for optional peripherals
• Integrated watchdog timer and PXI trigger bus routing
Graphics & Operating System
• Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950
• Windows XP Professional (default); pre-installed NI-VISA and NI-488.2 drivers
Physical
• 3.2 × 5.1 × 8.5 inches; 2.1 lbs
• 3U PXI Express module; occupies one system slot and three controller expansion slots
Environmental
• Standard: 5 °C to 50 °C operating, −40 °C to 65 °C storage
• Extended temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C operating, −40 °C to 71 °C storage
– Key Features
• Compact form factor preserves measurement module slots in PXI/CompactPCI Express chassis
• Integrated GPIB and serial connectivity for instrument control
• ExpressCard/34 expansion for wireless, storage, or additional networking
• Dual-core processing with configurable memory up to 4 GB
– Compatibility & Integration
Operates with LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, and NI-DAQ hardware drivers. Compatible with NI application software development environments and legacy instrumentation via integrated GPIB.
