Chapter 1 Introduction; What You Need To Get Started - VXI VXIpc-486 Model 200 Series Getting Started

Chapter 1
Introduction
This chapter describes the VXIpc-486 Model 200 Series kit for Microsoft Windows, lists what
you need to get started, and lists optional equipment and software.
The VXIpc-486, an embedded computer based on the Industry Standard Architecture (ISA), is
a high-performance, easy-to-use platform for VXIbus systems, featuring complete VXI
functionality through interactive utilities and C function calls. In addition, the VXIpc-486 has
an IEEE 488 interface that is compatible with the NI-488.2 architecture.
This manual describes VXIpc-486 Models 200 and 240 as the Model 200 Series. The major
difference in the two models is the type and speed of the microprocessor.
• The Model 200 uses the 20 MHz Cyrix 80486SLC microprocessor
• The Model 240 uses the 40 MHz Cyrix 80486SLC2 microprocessor

What You Need to Get Started

Microsoft Windows version 3.1 or higher, and MS-DOS version 5.0 or higher installed on
your computer
VXIpc-486 Model 200 Series Module (one of the following):
Model 200 one-slot (with onboard video)
Model 200 two-slot (with onboard video)
Model 200 two-slot (without onboard video)
Model 240 one-slot (with onboard video)
Model 240 two-slot (with onboard video)
Model 240 two-slot (without onboard video)
Keyboard adapter cable
NI-VXI distribution disks for the VXIpc-486 200/500 Series and Microsoft Windows
© National Instruments Corporation 1-1 VXIpc-486 Model 200 Series for MS Windows