The NI PXI-8115 is a dual-core embedded controller built on the Intel Core 2 Duo processor running at 2.5 GHz, designed for high-performance PXI system integration. It delivers substantial computational capacity for real-time analysis, data acquisition, and control algorithm execution in test and measurement environments. With 2 GB of RAM, onboard hard drive storage, and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity, the PXI-8115 serves as a capable command and control module within distributed PXI chassis architectures.
Technical Specifications
• Processor: Intel Core 2 Duo, 2.5 GHz, dual-core
• Memory: 2 GB RAM
• Storage: Hard drive
• Networking: Gigabit Ethernet
• Form Factor: PXI module
• Bus Architecture: PXI (PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation)
– Key Features
• Direct integration into PXI chassis via standardized PXI slot
• High-bandwidth PXI bus connection for synchronized operation with modular instruments
• Gigabit Ethernet port enables network communication and remote system access
• Dual-core architecture supports multithreaded applications and parallel processing workflows
• Local hard drive provides onboard data storage for logging and configuration management
– Typical Applications
• Real-time data analysis and processing tasks
• High-speed data acquisition coordination and management
• Complex control algorithm deployment in automated test systems
• Embedded control applications demanding substantial processing throughput
• PXI system orchestration and instrument synchronization
– Compatibility & Integration
The PXI-8115 operates within the PXI ecosystem, interfacing directly with other PXI instrumentation modules through the backplane. Gigabit Ethernet enables integration with external systems and remote monitoring over standard network infrastructure. The dual-core processor architecture supports multithreaded software execution, accommodating both deterministic control loops and asynchronous communication handlers within a single platform.
