Description
The National Instruments PXI-8109 is a robust embedded controller designed for high-performance, automated test and measurement applications. It is powered by an Intel Core i7-620M processor, which operates at 2.66 GHz and features Dual-Core technology, ensuring efficient multitasking and processing capabilities.
This controller is equipped with 2 SO-DIMM sockets for DDR3 RAM, providing flexibility for factory-installed RAM upgrades, catering to the needs of complex applications. The Windows 7 operating system can be installed using a USB CD-ROM drive, offering a familiar and versatile environment for software deployment and development.
For storage, the PXI-8109 offers an internal hard drive and supports ExpressCard expansion cards, allowing for significant storage capacity and easy expansion to meet various application needs. Connectivity is a strong suit of this controller, featuring 1 DVI-I video port, 1 RS232 serial port, 4 USB 2.0 ports, 1 parallel port, and 1 GPIB controller, providing ample interfaces for peripheral devices and instruments.
The controller also boasts 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports, facilitating high-speed network connections and data transfers. Hyper-Threading is supported and can be configured in the software, enhancing the processing efficiency by allowing multiple threads to run on each core.
Users have the option to operate the PXI-8109 with one or two CPU cores, with the default configuration being two cores. This flexibility enables optimization of performance based on specific application requirements. Additionally, PXI Trigger Connectivity is provided through a front panel SMB connector, enabling precise synchronization with other PXI modules.
Despite its obsolete status announced by National Instruments, the PXI-8109 remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring continued support for existing and new users of this powerful embedded controller.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Model | PXI-8109 |
| Processor | Intel Core i7-620M, 2.66 GHz, Dual-Core |
| RAM | 2 SO-DIMM sockets, DDR3 (factory installed RAM can be upgraded) |
| Operating System | Windows 7 (can be installed using a USB CD-ROM drive) |
| Storage Options | Internal hard drive, ExpressCard expansion cards |
| Ports | 1 DVI-I video, 1 RS232 serial, 4 USB 2.0, 1 parallel, 1 GPIB controller |
| Ethernet | 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports |
| Hyper-Threading | Supported, software configurable |
| CPU Cores | Operates with one or two cores, default is two cores |
| PXI Trigger Connectivity | Front panel SMB connector |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What processor powers the PXI-8109?
Answer 1: Intel Core i7-620M processor.
Question 2: How many DDR3 RAM slots does the PXI-8109 have?
Answer 2: 2 SO-DIMM sockets.
Question 3: What operating system is installed on the PXI-8109?
Answer 3: Windows 7.
Question 4: What type of storage expansion does the PXI-8109 support?
Answer 4: ExpressCard expansion cards.
Question 5: Is the PXI-8109 still supported for purchase and repairs?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves.
