Description
The PXI Embedded Controller, model PXI-8156, carries the part number 184596C-321 and is manufactured by National Instruments. This controller is designed to meet the demands of a wide range of industrial and laboratory applications, featuring a 3.5 in. 1.44 MB floppy drive and a 2 GB hard drive that is expandable, catering to various data storage needs.
It boasts a Super VGA display for clear and sharp visuals. The connectivity options are comprehensive, including two RS-232 Serial ports, one USB port, one PS/2-style keyboard port, one PS/2-style mouse port, one 10BaseT Ethernet port, one ECP port, and one GPIB port, providing flexibility in connecting different peripherals and devices.
The front panel of the PXI-8156 is equipped with LEDs that indicate device power, drive status, and Ethernet port status (TX/RX & LINK), allowing for easy monitoring of the controller’s operation. It supports both ISA and PCI local bus for peripheral expansion, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of devices.
This controller comes with a software kit that includes NI-488.2M, and it supports the NI-VISA programming API, facilitating the development of custom applications and system integration. Despite being announced as obsolete by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repairs through Apex Waves, ensuring continued support for users of this robust and versatile controller.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 184596C-321 |
| Category | PXI Embedded Controllers |
| Model | PXI-8156 |
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Drive | 3.5 in. 1.44 MB floppy, 2 GB hard drive (expandable) |
| Display | Super VGA |
| Ports | 2 RS-232 Serial, 1 USB, 1 PS/2-style keyboard, 1 PS/2-style mouse, 1 10BaseT Ethernet, 1 ECP, 1 GPIB |
| Front Panel LEDs | Device power, Drive status, Ethernet port status (TX/RX & LINK) |
| Peripheral Expansion Bus | ISA 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: 184596C-321
Question 2: Who manufactures the PXI-8156?
Answer 2: National Instruments
Question 3: Does the PXI-8156 have an Ethernet port?
Answer 3: Yes, one 10BaseT Ethernet port.
Question 4: What type of ports does the PXI-8156 include?
Answer 4: RS-232, USB, PS/2, ECP, GPIB
Question 5: Is the PXI-8156 still serviced despite being obsolete?
Answer 5: Yes, serviced by Apex Waves.
