Description
The National Instruments PXI-8156 is a high-performance PXI/cPCI Embedded Controller designed to meet a wide range of automation and control applications. This controller is equipped with a 2 GB hard drive that is expandable to accommodate larger data and application needs. It also features a 3.5 in. 1.44 MB floppy drive for legacy support.
The PXI-8156 boasts a Super VGA display, providing clear and crisp visuals for user interfaces and data visualization. Connectivity options are robust, including two RS-232 serial ports, one Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, and one PS/2-style port each for a keyboard and mouse, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of peripherals.
Network connectivity is facilitated by one 10BaseT Ethernet port, and local device connection is supported through one Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) parallel port. For instrumentation connectivity, the controller features one GPIB port with a 24-pin standard GPIB connector, making it ideal for laboratory and industrial environments.
The front panel of the PXI-8156 includes LEDs for power and drive status, as well as Ethernet port status indicators (TX/RX & LINK LEDs), providing at-a-glance system monitoring. Its peripheral bus supports both the ISA bus and PCI local bus, offering flexibility for system expansion and integration.
Included with the PXI-8156 is the NI-488.2M software kit, which provides a comprehensive suite of utilities and drivers for system setup and operation. The controller also supports the NI-V programming API, enabling developers to create custom applications and control logic tailored to their specific requirements.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Model | PXI-8156 |
| Type | PXI/cPCI Embedded Controller |
| Hard Drive | 2 GB (expandable) |
| Floppy Drive | 3.5 in. 1.44 MB |
| Display | Super VGA |
| Serial Ports | 2 RS-232 |
| USB Ports | 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port |
| Keyboard and Mouse Port | 1 PS/2-style each |
| Ethernet Port | 1 10BaseT |
| Parallel Port | 1 Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) |
| GPIB Port | 1 (24-pin standard GPIB connector) |
| Front Panel LEDs | Power and Drive Status; Ethernet port status (TX/RX & LINK LEDs) |
| Peripheral Bus | ISA bus and PCI local bus |
| Software Kit | NI-488.2M |
| Programming API | NI-V
Question 1: What type of controller is the PXI-8156? Question 2: How big is the PXI-8156’s hard drive? Question 3: Does the PXI-8156 support a floppy drive? Question 4: What type of display does the PXI-8156 have? Question 5: Does the PXI-8156 have an Ethernet port? |
