Note
The following requires the PXI Platform Services software and Measurement
& Automation Explorer (MAX), included on your
PXI Platform Services
CD or
your driver CD.
For information about configuring your system in MAX, open MAX and navigate to
Help»Help Topics»PXI
.
Common Questions
This section lists common questions related to the use of the MXI-Express Thunderbolt
controllers.
General Hardware
Can I daisy-chain multiple chassis using a PXIe-8301 device?
NI officially supports only one chassis configuration. While it may be possible to connect
additional chassis, this capability will vary across your specific hardware setup.
Will my PC work with MXI-Express Thunderbolt products?
Your PC will work with MXI-Express Thunderbolt products if it has a Thunderbolt port or a
port with a Thunderbolt marking.
Can I use the PXIe-8301 with any USB or USB Type-C port on my PC?
No. The PXIe-8301 requires your host PC to have a Thunderbolt 3 port.
How is Thunderbolt 3 different from USB Type-C?
Although Thunderbolt 3 uses the same physical USB Type-C connector, it is a superset
solution which includes USB 3.1, Thunderbolt, and DisplayPort 1.2. For more information,
refer to
thunderbolttechnology.net/tech/faq
.
What is the difference between the two ports on the PXIe-8301?
Both ports are functionally equivalent, and you can choose either port to connect to your PC.
You can use the remaining port to daisy-chain Thunderbolt or other devices including storage,
display, and dock.
General Software
Under which operating systems will MXI-Express Thunderbolt products work?
MXI-Express Thunderbolt is recognized as a collection of PCI-to-PCI bridges to the majority
of operating systems. It should automatically have CompactPCI Express support with most
systems such as Windows and Macintosh OS X. For full PXI Express functionality, PXI
Platform Services software is required.
What software is required to use my MXI-Express Thunderbolt kit?
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