Description
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The PXI-8156 is an embedded controller tailored for PXI systems, identifiable by its part number 184596D-421. This controller falls under the category of PXI Embedded Controllers, designed to meet various system integration needs.
It features a 3.5 in. 1.44 MB floppy drive for legacy support and a 2 GB hard drive that is expandable, allowing for storage scalability based on the application requirements. The PXI-8156 is equipped with a Super VGA display interface, ensuring high-quality visual output.
Connectivity options are versatile, including two RS-232 serial ports and one Universal Serial Bus (USB) port, facilitating a broad range of peripheral connections. It also includes one PS/2-style keyboard port and one PS/2-style mouse port, supporting standard input devices. Additionally, there is one 10BaseT Ethernet port for network connectivity, alongside one Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) for enhanced peripheral integration.
A notable feature is the 24-pin standard GPIB connector, making this controller ideal for instrumentation and automation tasks that require General Purpose Interface Bus (GPIB) communication. The front panel of the PXI-8156 is designed with LEDs to indicate device power, drive status, and Ethernet port status (TX/RX & LINK LEDs), providing immediate visual feedback on the system’s operational status.
For system expansion, the controller supports both ISA bus and PCI local bus peripherals, offering flexibility in system configuration and future upgrades. The PXI-8156 is compatible with various software options, ensuring seamless integration into diverse operating environments and application scenarios.
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| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 184596D-421 |
| Category | PXI Embedded Controllers |
| Model | PXI-8156 |
| Floppy Drive | 3.5 in. 1.44 MB |
| Hard Drive | 2 GB (expandable) |
| Display | Super VGA |
| Serial Ports | 2 RS-232 |
| USB Port | 1 Universal Serial Bus (USB) port |
| Keyboard Port | 1 PS/2-style |
| Mouse Port | 1 PS/2-style |
| Ethernet Port | 1 10BaseT |
| Extended Capabilities Port (ECP) | 1 ECP |
| GPIB Port | 1 (24-pin standard GPIB connector) |
| Front Panel LEDs | Device power and drive status; Ethernet port status (TX/RX & LINK LEDs) |
| Peripheral Buses | ISA bus and PCI local bus |
| Software Options | Question 1: What is the part number of the PXI-8156? Answer 1: 184596D-421 Question 2: Does the PXI-8156 have a built-in floppy drive? Question 3: What type of display does the PXI-8156 support? Question 4: How many USB ports does the PXI-8156 have? Question 5: Is the PXI-8156’s hard drive expandable? |



