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Fiber-Optic MXI-Express x4 for PXI Express User Manual
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Introduction
This chapter describes the Fiber-Optic MXI-Express x4 series of products,
lists what you need to get started, and explains how to unpack and set up
your hardware.
The Fiber-Optic MXI-Express x4 series is an extension of the
MXI-Express series of remote controllers. The two products in this series
are the NI PCIe-8375 and NI PXIe-8375.
Fiber-Optic MXI-Express x4 cards must always be installed as a
PCI Express card and one or more PXI Express cards.
About the Fiber-Optic MXI-Express x4 Series
Description and Features
Fiber-Optic MXI-Express x4 uses PCI Express signals over a cable of up
to 100 m. You can do the following with Fiber Optic MXI-Express x4:
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Control one or more PXI Express or CompactPCI Express chassis with
a PCI Express-based PC
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Physically separate the measurement or automation system from
a host PC (up to 100 m)
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Electrically isolate the measurement or automation system from
a host PC
