USER MANUAL
MXI-Express Gen-3 x16
MXI-Express Gen-3 x16 Multisystem eXtension Interface for PCI
Express, CompactPCI Express, and PXI Express Bus Systems
This document provides installation, configuration, and reference information for MXI-
Express Gen-3 x16 controllers.
Caution
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avoid injury, loss of data, or a system crash.
Caution
Using the MXI-Express Gen-3 x16 controllers in a manner not described
in this document may impair the protection the controllers provide.
Contents
Overview...................................................................................................................................2
Description and Features...........................................................................................................3
Functional Block Diagram........................................................................................................ 4
Basic MXI-Express Gen-3 x16 Systems...................................................................................6
Larger MXI-Express Gen-3 x16 Systems................................................................................. 7
Connection Options...................................................................................................................8
Compatibility with Host PCs.................................................................................................. 10
Installation and Configuration.................................................................................................11
Unpacking............................................................................................................................... 11
Hardware Installation..............................................................................................................12
Installing a PCIe-8398.................................................................................................... 12
Installing the Low-Profile Bracket on the PCIe-8398 (Optional)...................................13
Installing a PXIe-8398, PXIe-8399, or PXIe-8394.........................................................14
Cabling............................................................................................................................ 16
Powering On the MXI-Express Gen-3 x16 System........................................................ 17
Powering Off the MXI-Express Gen-3 x16 System....................................................... 17
PXI Express Onboard LEDs........................................................................................... 19
PCIe-8398 Onboard LEDs.............................................................................................. 21