The NI PXIe-8108 is a 3U PXI Express embedded controller built on the Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 processor running at 2.53 GHz with dual-core architecture and 6 MB shared L2 cache. It delivers high-performance computing for modular instrumentation, data acquisition, and real-time system development within PXI and CompactPCI platforms. The controller supports up to 4 GB of DDR2 SDRAM and includes an 80 GB SATA hard drive, with extended-temperature variants available for continuous 24/7 operation in demanding environments.
Technical Specifications
Processor
• Intel Core 2 Duo T9400 @ 2.53 GHz, dual-core with 6 MB shared L2 cache
Memory
• Dual-channel 800 MHz DDR2 SDRAM, single SO-DIMM socket
• Standard: 1 GB (1 x 1 GB DIMM); maximum: 4 GB (1 x 4 GB DIMM)
Storage
• 80 GB SATA hard drive (5400 rpm), standard or extended-temperature rated
Interfaces
• Gigabit Ethernet: 1 x 10/100/1000BASE-TX
• USB: 4 x Hi-Speed ports
• Video: 1 x DVI-I (VGA capable with adapter)
• Serial: 1 x RS232 (COM 1)
• Parallel: 1 x ECP/EPP port
• GPIB: 1 x IEEE 488 controller
• ExpressCard: 1 x ExpressCard/34 slot
• PXI trigger: 1 x SMB connector with watchdog support
Graphics
• Mobile Intel GM45 Express Chipset with integrated GPU; single-monitor display output
Environmental
• Operating temperature: 5 to 50 °C (standard) or 0 to 55 °C (extended)
• Storage temperature: -40 to 65 °C (standard) or -40 to 71 °C (extended)
• Humidity: 10–90% noncondensing (standard) or 5–95% noncondensing (extended)
• Operating shock: 30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse
• Operating vibration: 0.3 g_rms (5–500 Hz)
• Non-operating vibration: 2.4 g_rms (5–500 Hz)
Physical
• Form factor: 3U PXI Express, 4-slot wide; weight: 2.17 lb
– Key Features
• Dual-core processing with shared L2 cache for multitasking and parallel execution
• Hot-swappable DDR2 memory up to 4 GB for flexible configuration
• Comprehensive I/O including Gigabit Ethernet, USB, GPIB, and serial interfaces
• Integrated graphics processing with DVI-I output
• Extended temperature and 24/7 operation drive options for harsh environments
• Compact 3U form factor integrates directly into PXI Express and CompactPCI chassis
– Typical Applications
• Real-time data acquisition and signal processing systems
• Modular instrumentation control and command processing
• Test automation and validation in laboratory and field environments
• Embedded system development and deployment
– Compatibility & Integration
• LabVIEW Real-Time Module, LabWindows/CVI Real-Time Module
• NI-VISA, NI-488.2, NI-DAQmx software stacks
• Windows 7 Professional (32-bit), Windows Vista Business, Windows XP Professional for Embedded Systems
• PXI Express and CompactPCI chassis support
