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PCI-GPIB for Solaris 2
Specifications
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Appendix
This appendix describes the physical characteristics of the PCI-GPIB and
the transfer rates of the NI-488.2M software, along with the
recommended operating conditions.
Table A-1. PCI-GPIB Hardware Characteristics
Characteristic
Specification
Dimensions
13.3 by 10.7 cm (5.25 by 4.20 in.)
Power Requirement
+5 VDC, 600 mA Maximum
I/O Connector
IEEE 488 Standard 24-Pin
Operating Environment
Component Temperature
Relative Humidity
0° to 55° C
5% to 90%, Noncondensing
Storage Environment
Temperature
Relative Humidity
-20° to 70° C
5% to 90%, Noncondensing
EMI
FCC Class A Verified
Table A-2. NI-488.2M Software Transfer Rates for the PCI-GPIB
Transfer Method
Maximum GPIB Transfer Rate
3-Wire (IEEE 488)
HS488
1.3 Mbytes/s*
7.2 Mbytes/s*
* Actual speed may vary considerably from speed shown because of
system and instrumentation capabilities.
