Description
The National Instruments PXI-8104 is a high-performance embedded controller designed for a variety of industrial and scientific applications. This model features a robust Intel® Celeron® M 440 processor, which operates at 1.86 GHz on a single core, ensuring reliable and efficient processing capabilities for computationally demanding tasks.
It is equipped with 512 MB Dual-Channel DDR2 RAM, facilitating smooth multitasking and quick data access, and a sizable 60 GB SATA hard drive provides ample storage for software, data logging, and operating systems. The embedded controller boasts a large 1,024 KB L2 cache, enhancing the processing speed by storing frequently accessed data close to the processor.
Graphics are handled by an Intel Extreme Graphics Controller, which supports basic graphical needs, making this system suitable for applications requiring visual outputs. Connectivity options are extensive, including 1 DVI-I video port, 1 parallel port, 1 serial port, 1 Gigabit Ethernet port, and 4 Hi-Speed USB ports, along with a PXI trigger and a Reset button, providing versatile interfacing with a wide range of peripheral devices.
The PXI-8104’s 3U-size form factor makes it compact and suitable for integration into standard PXI racks, optimizing space without compromising on performance. Additionally, it is designed to be compatible with a variety of software including NI-DAQmx driver software, LabVIEW, NI Modular Instruments, LabWindows/CVI, and Measurement Studio, offering flexibility in application development and deployment.
This model comes with a pre-installed operating system, which users can replace with an OS of their choice, providing further customization based on specific project requirements. Weighing approximately 0.94 kg (2.1 lb.) and measuring 3.2 x 5.1 x 8.5 inches, it is both lightweight and compact, making it easy to handle and install. Finally, it operates within a temperature range of 5 to 50°C, ensuring reliability and stability in a wide range of environmental conditions.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | National Instruments |
| Model | PXI-8104 |
| Processor | Intel® Celeron® M 440 (1.86 GHz single-core) |
| Memory | 512 MB Dual-Channel DDR2 RAM |
| L2 Cache | 1,024 KB |
| Hard Drive | 60 GB (SATA) |
| Graphics Controller | Intel Extreme Graphics Controller |
| I/O Ports | 1 DVI-I video, 1 parallel port, 1 serial port, 1 Gigabit Ethernet port, 4 Hi-Speed USB ports, PXI trigger, Reset button |
| Form Factor | 3U-size |
| Software Compatibility | NI-DAQmx driver software, LabVIEW, NI Modular Instruments, LabWindows/CVI, Measurement Studio |
| Operating System | Pre-installed OS (user can switch to the operating system of their choice) |
| Weight | Approx. 0.94 kg (2.1 lb.) |
| Physical Dimensions | 3.2 x 5.1 x 8.5 in. |
| Operating Temperature Range | 5 to 50
Question 1: What processor does the PXI-8104 use? Question 2: How much RAM is in the PXI-8104? Question 3: What is the storage capacity of PXI-8104? Question 4: What graphical support does PXI-8104 have? Question 5: What operating temperature range can PXI-8104 operate in? |


