Description
The PXI-8156 is a PXI Embedded Controller part number 186190H-421. This model is categorized under PXI Embedded Controllers and is designed as a PXI/cPCI Embedded Controller. It is specifically described as the PXI-8156/233 System Controller, featuring ENET/GPIB/2 serial ports, and is compatible with WIN 95J.
For storage, it includes a 3.5 in. 1.44 MB floppy drive and a 2 GB hard drive that is expandable according to user needs. The display offered with this controller is a Super VGA, ensuring clear and crisp visuals for various applications. Connectivity is versatile, including two RS-232 serial ports, one Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, a PS/2-style keyboard port, and a PS/2-style mouse port. Additionally, it supports network connections via a 10BaseT Ethernet port.
For peripheral connectivity, the PXI-8156 includes an ECP (Extended Capabilities Port), and a GPIB Port with a 24-pin standard GPIB connector, facilitating a wide range of peripheral device connections. The system also supports ISA bus and PCI local bus for peripheral expansion, enhancing its versatility and capability to integrate with various systems.
Included with the PXI-8156 is a NI-488.2M software kit and it supports the NI-VISA programming API, providing a comprehensive solution for system control and instrumentation. Despite being announced as obsolete by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring continued support and availability for users of this system controller.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 186190H-421 |
| Category | PXI Embedded Controllers |
| Model | PXI-8156 |
| Description | PXI-8156/233 System Controller (ENET/GPIB/2serial), WIN 95J |
| Embedded Controller Type | PXI/cPCI Embedded Controller |
| Floppy Drive | 3.5 in. 1.44 MB |
| Hard Drive | 2 GB (expandable) |
| Display | Super VGA |
| Serial Ports | 2 RS-232 |
| USB Ports | 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port |
| Keyboard Port | 1 PS/2-style |
| Mouse Port | 1 PS/2-style |
| Ethernet Port | 1 10BaseT |
| Extended Capabilities Port | 1 ECP |
| GPIB Port | 1 (24-pin standard GPIB connector) |
| Peripheral Expansion | ISA bus and PCI local bus |
| Software Kit | NI-488.2M |
| Programming API | NI-VISA |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What is the part number for the PXI-8156?
Answer 1: 186190H-421
Question 2: What type of ports does the PXI-8156 feature?
Answer 2: ENET/GPIB/2 serial ports
Question 3: What is the hard drive size of the PXI-8156?
Answer 3: 2GB, expandable
Question 4: What display type does the PXI-8156 use?
Answer 4: Super VGA
Question 5: Is the PXI-8156 still available for purchase?
Answer 5: Yes, through Apex Waves
