PXI-8101RT Datasheet, PDF (2/5 Pages) National Instruments Corporation – 2.0 GHz Intel Celeron 575 Real-Time Embedded Controllers for PXI

2.0 GHz Intel Celeron 575
Real-Time Embedded Controllers for PXI
Create Reliable Stand-Alone Systems
To ensure reliable operation, embedded LabVIEW Real-Time applications
continue to run even if the host PC is interrupted or rebooted. Because the
PXI-8101 RT embedded controller runs in a separate chassis with a dedicated
power supply, the operator can shut down the host computer entirely without
disrupting the real-time program.
For stand-alone operation, you can embed code in the system so that it starts
automatically when the system boots, requiring no human interaction. Use the
LabVIEW Professional Development System and LabVIEW Real-Time Module to
compile your LabVIEW application into an executable and download it to your
PXI-8101 RT controller.
Dual-Boot Option
You can configure NI PXI embedded controllers to boot into Windows or the
real-time OS. NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) includes features
for installing and configuring PXI embedded controllers as LabVIEW Real-Time
targets. The controllers use a hardware switch or BIOS setting to boot into the
desired OS.
The result is a PXI embedded controller that can run embedded LabVIEW
Real-Time or Windows applications. When the controller is in real-time mode,
you need another Windows computer to develop and debug the LabVIEW
Real-Time code for the PXI controller. To enable a Windows PXI embedded
controller to dual boot with the real-time OS, you must purchase the
LabVIEW Real-Time embedded deployment software for the controller.
Benchmark
Analog Input
and Output
Processing
PID
Channels
1
1
4
4
16
16
DAQ
I/O Mode
Polling
Interrupt
Polling
Interrupt
Polling
Interrupt
Loop Rates (kHz)
NI PXI-8101 RT NI PXI-8104 RT
112
93
39
37
66
55
28
26
30
27
24
22
Table 1. Maximum loop rates for LabVIEW Real-Time PXI systems are shown. All
benchmarks use the LabVIEW Real-Time Module Version 8.6.1 with NI-DAQmx Version 8.9.
Benchmarks that do not test network performance run on a headless target without a
direct Ethernet connection for maximum performance. Benchmarks that do test network
performance use interrupt-mode Ethernet via a direct connection between the host PC and
real-time target with a crossover cable. Visit ni.com or contact National Instruments for
additional benchmarks.
Ordering Information
To order a complete PXI system based on a LabVIEW Real-Time
embedded controller, visit ni.com/pxiadvisor.
Controller Model
NI PXI-8101 RT............................................................................... 780955-33
Step 1. Select Memory Upgrade
Standard
1 GB (1 x 1 GB DIMM)
Recommended upgraded memory configurations
2 GB (1 x 2 GB DIMM must be purchased)
2 GB DDR2 RAM.........................................................................780446-2048
Step 2. Select Storage Options
250 GB standard temperature HDD................................................779175-06
32 GB solid-state HDD....................................................................779175-08
Step 3. Select Accessories
IEEE 1284 parallel port cable adapter (6 in.)..................................777169-01
NI PXI-8252 IEEE 1394 interface module.......................................778925-01
BUY NOW
For complete product specifications, pricing, and accessory information,
call 800 813 3693 (U.S.) or go to ni.com/pxi.
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