Chapter 1
Introduction
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NI PXI-8186
Description
The NI PXI-8186 PXI/CompactPCI embedded computer is a
high-performance PXI/CompactPCI-compatible system controller.
The NI PXI-8186 controller integrates standard I/O features in a single unit
by using state-of-the-art packaging. Combining an NI PXI-8186 embedded
controller with a PXI-compatible chassis, such as the PXI-1042, results in
a fully PC-compatible computer in a compact, rugged package.
The NI PXI-8186 has a 2.2 GHz processor, all the standard I/O, a second
serial port, a PCI-based GPIB controller, and a 20 GB (or larger) hard drive.
Functional Overview
This section contains functional descriptions of each major logic block on
the NI PXI-8186 embedded computers.
NI PXI-8186 Functional Description
The NI PXI-8186 is a modular PC in a PXI 3U-size form factor. Figure 1-1
is a functional block diagram of the NI PXI-8186. Following the diagram
is a description of each logic block shown.
