Description
The National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller is a robust embedded control solution that features a 2.0 GHz Intel Celeron 575 processor and is available in several part numbers including 780955-01, 780955-02, 780956-33, and 780955-33. Designed to fit into a 2-slot embedded space within a PXI system, this controller boasts a 3U-size form factor, making it suitable for a variety of compact setups.
This controller is well-equipped with connectivity options, including two high-speed USB ports and a gigabit Ethernet port, ensuring quick and efficient data transfer and networking capabilities. Moreover, it includes an integrated hard drive for additional storage and supports USB storage devices for flexible data management.
On its front panel, the PXI-8101 offers a variety of connectors such as a 24-pin D-SUB, a 9-pin D-SUB, an RJ45, a 36-pin champ, an SMB, and a USB 4-pin series A stacked receptacle, which facilitate convenient and versatile connections to a wide range of peripherals. Additionally, the front panel features two LEDs that provide real-time PC status information, and a controller reset button for easy system resets.
Internally, the device accommodates a 2.5-inch SATA notebook type hard drive, ensuring reliable and fast data storage. Its lightweight design, with a weight specification not provided in the given data, adds to the controller’s appeal for applications requiring a portable and efficient data acquisition and control system. The PXI-8101’s comprehensive features and solid construction make it an ideal choice for demanding test, measurement, and industrial control environments.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Product Name | PXI-8101 PXI Controller |
| Processor | 2.0 GHz Intel Celeron 575 |
| Part Numbers | 780955-01, 780955-02, 780956-33, 780955-33 |
| Slot Requirement | 2-slot embedded |
| Form Factor | 3U-size |
| USB Ports | Two Hi-Speed USB ports |
| Ethernet | 0/100/1000BASE-TX (Gigabit) Ethernet |
| Integrated Hard Drive | Yes |
| Front Panel Connectors | 24-pin D-SUB, 9-pin D-SUB, RJ45, 36-pin champ, SMB, USB 4-pin series A stacked receptacle |
| Front Panel LEDs | Two LEDs for PC status |
| Controller Reset Button | Yes |
| Internal Hard Drive Type | One 2.5 in. SATA notebook type |
| USB Storage Support | Yes |
| Weight | Question 1: What are the main features and connectivity options of the National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller, and in what type of environments is it particularly suited for use? Answer 1: The National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller uses a 2.5-inch SATA notebook-type hard drive for reliable and fast data management. Question 2: What type of processor is featured in the National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller, and what are its various part numbers? Question 3: What type of indicators does the National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller feature on its front panel to provide real-time PC status information? Question 4: What type of storage does the National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller use to ensure reliable and fast data management? Question 5: What range of peripherals can be connected to the National Instruments PXI-8101 PXI Controller given its front panel connectors, and how does its form factor contribute to its suitability for compact setups? |
