The NI PXI-8196 is a high-performance embedded controller for PXI and CompactPCI systems, built around a 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium M 760 processor. It delivers PC-based measurement and analysis capabilities in a compact 3U form factor, integrating essential peripherals to preserve PXI chassis slots for instrumentation modules. The controller supports demanding signal processing, data acquisition, and system development workflows.
Technical Specifications
Processor & Memory
• Intel Pentium M 760 at 2.0 GHz with 533 MHz front-side bus and 2048 KB L2 cache
• Performance equivalent to 3.0 GHz Pentium 4
• Dual-channel DDR2 SDRAM with two SO-DIMM sockets; 512 MB standard, upgradeable to 2 GB
• Integrated Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900 with 2X performance improvement over previous NI PXI controllers
Storage
• 2.5 in. notebook hard drive via Ultra ATA100 IDE interface
• Standard: 40 GB minimum; Extended Temperature variant: 30 GB minimum
• Hard-drive based recovery image included
Connectivity
• Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 BaseTX)
• Four Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports
• One RS232 COM1 port (9-pin DSUB)
• One IEEE 1284 ECP/EPP parallel port (36-pin champ)
• Integrated GPIB (IEEE 488.2) at 25-pin Micro D
• VGA output (15-pin DSUB)
• One ExpressCard/34 slot with PCI Express and USB 2.0 support (up to 2.5 Gb/s)
• External SMB connection for trigger input, output, and watchdog timer
• 32-bit, 33 MHz PXI/CompactPCI backplane interface
Operating Environment
• Standard: 5 to 50 °C operating, −40 to 65 °C storage
• Extended Temperature: 0 to 55 °C operating, −40 to 85 °C storage
• 10 to 90% humidity, noncondensing
– Key Features
• Graphics capable of realistic 3D rendering, sharp imagery, and smooth motion without dedicated video card
• Pre-installed Microsoft Windows XP Professional with localized versions available
• System Controller role in PXI chassis (typically Slot 1)
– Typical Applications
Intensive signal analysis, modular instrumentation platforms, and PXI system development requiring integrated control and high-speed data processing.
– Compatibility & Integration
Operates as 32-bit, 33 MHz System Controller within PXI and CompactPCI backplanes. Occupies standard 3U slot configuration.
