Chapter 1
Introduction
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NI PXI-8183
Description
The NI PXI-8183 PXI/CompactPCI embedded computer is a
high-performance PXI/CompactPCI-compatible system controller. The
NI PXI-8183 controller integrates standard I/O features in a single unit by
using state-of-the-art packaging. Combining a NI PXI-8183 embedded
controller with a PXI-compatible chassis, such as the PXI-1036, results in
a fully PC-compatible computer in a compact, rugged package.
Modules
The standard I/O on this module includes video, RS-232 serial port, parallel
port, two USB ports, 10/100 ENET, PS/2 mouse and keyboard port, Reset
button, PXI Trigger, an 850 MHz processor, and a 40 GB (or larger) hard
drive.
Functional Overview
This section contains functional descriptions of each major logic block on
the NI PXI-8183 embedded computer.