Laptop Control of PXI with ExpressCard (ExpressCard MXI)
NI PXI-ExpressCard8360,
NI ExpressCard-8360, NI PXI-8360
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Laptop control of PXI/CompactPCI
ExpressCard-to-PXI remote control
110 MB/s sustained throughput
ExpressCard/34 module, compatible
with both ExpressCard/34 and
ExpressCard/54 slots
• Cabling up to 7 m with rugged
screw-in connectors
• Ability to use the same PXI module
and cable as MXI-Express
• Software-transparent link that
requires no programming
Overview
The National Instruments ExpressCard MXI interface kit gives you direct
control of PXI systems via your laptop computer. The ExpressCard-to-PXI
link is transparent to software applications and drivers, therefore, it
provides the ability to use laptop computers to control PXI systems.
The NI ExpressCard MXI interface kit is ideal for portable systems such
as those used for field tests, and you can pair it with DC-powered
chassis to provide mobile solutions for applications such as
in-vehicle data logging.
Compatibility with MXI-Express
The ExpressCard MXI kit uses the same PXI module and cable as the
MXI-Express kits (NI PXI-PCIe836x) that provide PCI Express control of
PXI from desktop computers, servers, and workstations. Because of this,
you can use both your laptop and desktop computers to control the same
PXI system without having to replace the PXI controller module or cable.
Ordering Information
For online configuration of a complete PXI system, including chassis,
modules, and all accessories, visit
ni.com/pxiadvisor.
ExpressCard MXI Kit for PXI/CompactPCI
NI PXI-ExpressCard8360 with 3 m cable ..............................779507-03
Kit includes one ExpressCard card (NI ExpressCard-8360),
one PXI module (PXI-8360), and one cable.
ExpressCard Control of PXI
With an ExpressCard MXI link, you can transparently control a PXI system
from a laptop computer with either an ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54
slot. The ExpressCard MXI link consists of an NI ExpressCard-8360 card
in the laptop computer connected via an ExpressCard MXI cable to an
NI PXI-8360 module in slot 1 of a PXI chassis. The NI ExpressCard-8360 card
provides a x1 (by one) PCI Express link that is cabled to the PXI-8360 module.
The PXI-8360 module includes a bridge that converts the PCI Express
link to the PCI bus that is used in PXI. Thus, all PXI modules appear as if
they are PCI boards within the computer itself. However, you benefit
from the increased number of slots, power and cooling per slot,
module selection, and synchronization features provided by PXI.
For a list of compatible laptop computers, visit the
NI PXI-ExpressCard8360 model page on ni.com/pxi.
PXI Interface Module
NI PXI-8360............................................................................779501-01
ExpressCard MXI Interface
NI ExpressCard-8360 ............................................................779507-01
ExpressCard MXI Cables
3 m ......................................................................................779500-03
7 m ......................................................................................779500-07
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For complete product specifications, pricing, and accessory
information, call (800) 813 3693 (U.S.) or go to
ni.com/pxi.
NI [ NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS CORPORATION ]
