Description
The PXI Embedded Controller, part number 159572A-112L, is a high-performance module designed for demanding test, measurement, and control applications. This controller, model PXIe-8861, features an assembly that includes the NI PXIE-8861, Skylake H, running on Windows 10.
At the heart of the PXIe-8861 is an Intel Xeon 4-Core, Quad-Core processor operating at 2.8 GHz, providing robust performance for complex computational tasks. The controller’s memory capabilities are substantial, with up to 24 GB of user-accessible and upgradeable RAM, ensuring smooth execution of memory-intensive applications.
Designed with flexibility in mind, the PXIe-8861 operates on Windows 10, which is user replaceable through USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM, allowing for easy updates or changes to the operating system as required by the user’s needs.
Connectivity options on the PXIe-8861 are comprehensive, featuring 2 x USB 3.0 and 4 x USB 2.0 ports for connecting a wide range of peripherals. Additionally, it comes equipped with 2 x Gigabit Ethernet ports (10/100/1000BASE-TX compatible) for network connections and 2 x Thunderbolt 3 ports for high-speed external data communication. A serial port is also included for traditional serial communications, and a Display Port v1.2 supports high-resolution displays.
For precise timing and synchronization, the module includes a 100 MHz differential system reference clock and 3 x differential Star Trigger busses, ensuring accurate coordination across multiple modules within a PXI system.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 159572A-112L |
| Category | PXI Embedded Controllers |
| Model | PXIe-8861 |
| Description | MODULE ASSY,NI PXIE-8861,SKYLAKE H,WINDOWS 10 |
| Processor | Intel Xeon 4-Core, Quad-Core 2.8 GHz |
| Memory (RAM) | Up to 24 GB, User Accessible/Upgradeable |
| Operating System | Windows 10, User Replaceable through USB CD-ROM or DVD-ROM |
| USB Ports | 2 x USB 3.0, 4 x USB 2.0 |
| Ethernet Ports | 2 x Gigabit Ethernet Ports (10/100/1000BASE-TX compatible) |
| Thunderbolt Ports | 2 x Thunderbolt 3 |
| Serial Port | 1 |
| Display Port | v1.2 |
| Reference Clock | 100 MHz, Differential System |
| Star Trigger Busses | 3 x Differential |
Question 1: What is the model number of the Windows 10 PXI Embedded Controller?
Answer 1: PXIe-8861
Question 2: How many cores does the Intel Xeon processor in the PXIe-8861 have?
Answer 2: 4-Core
Question 3: What is the maximum RAM capacity of the PXIe-8861?
Answer 3: Up to 24 GB
Question 4: How many USB 3.0 ports does the PXIe-8861 include?
Answer 4: 2 x USB 3.0
Question 5: What high-speed ports are available on the PXIe-8861?
Answer 5: 2 x Thunderbolt 3


