Description
The device is powered by a 2.5 GHz Pentium 4-M processor, ensuring efficient performance for a variety of tasks. It comes equipped with 256 MB of RAM, providing the necessary memory capacity for basic operations and applications. The operating system pre-installed on the device is Microsoft Windows XP, a classic and user-friendly OS that supports a wide range of software applications.
It has a comprehensive list of part numbers, including 779755-00, 779755-01, 779755-02, 779755-33, 779842-00, 779842-01, 779842-02, 779842-33, and 189792B-013. This variety in part numbers indicates the availability of multiple configurations or versions of the device, catering to different user requirements.
For connectivity and external devices, the unit features a diverse set of peripherals. These include a VGA (15-pin DSUB) for video output, two 16550 RS-232 serial ports for serial communications, a 10/100 Ethernet Port for network connectivity, a USB 2.0 Port for high-speed data transfer, a PS/2 (5-pin Din) Port for older keyboards and mice, a Parallel Port (36-pin champ) for certain printers and devices, and a GPIB (25-pin Micro D) for instrument control.
The device also boasts 1 system slot and 3 controller expansion slots, allowing for significant expansion and customization capabilities. This flexibility ensures that the device can be adapted to meet the evolving needs of its users.
In terms of software, it comes with tools that facilitate the recovery of the factory condition of the hard drive and the installation of the operating system from external CD-ROM or USB drives. This feature is especially useful for system recovery and maintenance.
The device is compatible with several Application Development Environments (ADEs), including LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio,
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Processor | 2.5 GHz Pentium 4-M |
| RAM | 256 MB |
| Operating System | Microsoft Windows XP |
| Part Numbers | 779755-00, 779755-01, 779755-02, 779755-33, 779842-00, 779842-01, 779842-02, 779842-33, 189792B-013 |
| Peripherals | VGA (15-pin DSUB), two 16550 RS-232 serial ports, 10/100 Ethernet Port, USB 2.0 Port, PS/2 (5-pin Din) Port, Parallel Port (36-pin champ), GPIB (25-pin Micro D) |
| Slots | 1 system slot, 3 controller expansion slots |
| Software Tools | Allows recovery of the factory condition of the hard drive, OS installation from external CD-ROM or USB |
| Compatible ADEs | LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio, NI-VISA |
| Operating Temperature Range | 0–55 °C |
| Obsolete Status | Announced by National Instruments, available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves |
Question 1: What processor does the PXI-8187 use?
Answer 1: 2.5 GHz Pentium 4-M
Question 2: How much RAM does the PXI-8187 have?
Answer 2: 256 MB
Question 3: What OS is pre-installed on the PXI-8187?
Answer 3: Windows XP
Question 4: Does the PXI-8187 support USB 2.0?
Answer 4: Yes, it has a USB 2.0 Port
Question 5: Can the PXI-8187 be used for instrument control?
Answer 5: Yes, via GPIB (25-pin Micro D)
