The NI PXI-PCI8360 x1 MXI-Express Kit connects a PXI chassis to a host computer via PCI or PCI Express interface. This solution delivers transparent control of PXI and CompactPCI systems through a high-bandwidth MXI-Express link with 132 MB/s bandwidth. The kit includes the PCI-8361 host adapter board, PXI-8360 peripheral module, and 3-meter MXI-Express copper cable.
The PXI-8360 incorporates a PCI Express-to-PCI bridge, presenting PXI modules as standard PCI boards to the host system while preserving PXI architecture benefits: expanded slot count, enhanced power delivery per slot, broader module selection, and integrated synchronization capabilities.
Technical Specifications
• Interface: MXI-Express x1 copper cable, 3 meters (supports up to 7 meters)
• MXI Bandwidth: 132 MB/s
• Host Adapter (PCI-8361): Plugs into PCI slot; 2.48 in. × 4.76 in., 0.11 lb
• PXI Module (PXI-8360): Installs in PXI peripheral slot; 3.9 in. × 6.3 in., 0.55 lb
• Power Requirements (+3.3 V):
– PCI-8361: 155 mA typical, 250 mA maximum
– PXI-8360: 1.500 A typical, 1.750 A maximum
• Operating Temperature: 0 to 55 °C (both components)
• Storage Temperature: PCI-8361: –20 to 70 °C; PXI-8360: –40 to 70 °C
• Operating Humidity: 10 to 90% (noncondensing)
• Storage Humidity: 5 to 95%
– Key Features
• Single-lane MXI-Express interface for compact, high-performance connectivity
• Transparent PXI integration—modules appear as PCI devices to host software
• Leverages PXI advantages without requiring host system hardware modifications
• 3-meter cable included; field-replaceable for extended deployments
– Typical Applications
• Remote PXI system control from desktop or portable host computers
• Expansion of existing CompactPCI installations with PXI capabilities
• Distributed test and measurement architectures requiring external chassis management
