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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
PCIe-6593
PCIe, 16 Gbps, 8-Channel High-Speed Serial Instrument
This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PCIe-6593. You can
program the PCIe-6593 with the following software options.
•
FlexRIO driver software
•
NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for FlexRIO (instrument design libraries)
Note
Adapter modules are not installable or interchangeable on the PCIe-6593.
Contents
FlexRIO Documentation and Resources...................................................................................1
Unpacking the Kit..................................................................................................................... 2
Verifying the Kit Contents........................................................................................................ 3
Recommended Cables (Not Included)...................................................................................... 3
Installing the Software.............................................................................................................. 4
Installing the PCIe-6593 Module into PCIe Chassis................................................................ 4
Configuring the PCIe-6593 in MAX........................................................................................ 5
PCIe-6593 Front Panel and Pinouts.......................................................................................... 6
Block Diagrams.......................................................................................................................10
Accessing FlexRIO with Integrated I/O Examples................................................................. 11
Common FlexRIO with Integrated I/O Examples.......................................................... 12
Component-Level Intellectual Property (CLIP)..................................................................... 12
RTSI (Real-Time System Integration).............................................................................. 12
Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 15
What Should I Do if the PCIe-6593 Doesn't Appear in MAX?......................................15
What Should I Do if the PCIe-6593 Fails the Self-Test?................................................ 15
NI Services.............................................................................................................................. 15
FlexRIO Documentation and Resources
Use the following resources to find more information about the PCIe-6593.
All documentation can be found at
ni.com/manuals
or in LabVIEW by clicking Help.
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
GETTING STARTED GUIDE PCIe-6593 PCIe, 16 Gbps, 8-Channel High-Speed Serial Instrument This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PCIe-6593. You can program the PCIe-6593 with the following software options. • FlexRIO driver software • NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for FlexRIO (instrument design libraries) Note Adapter modules are not installable or interchangeable on the PCIe-6593. -
Page 2: Unpacking The Kit
Touch the antistatic package to a metal part of the computer chassis. Remove the device from the package and inspect the device for loose components or any other sign of damage. Notice Never touch the exposed pins of connectors. 2 | ni.com | PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 3: Verifying The Kit Contents
Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit. Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use. Verifying the Kit Contents Verify that the following items are included in the PCIe-6593 kit. Figure 1. PCIe-6593 Kit Contents PCIe-6593... -
Page 4: Installing The Software
Locate a compatible slot and remove the corresponding slot cover on the computer back panel. Touch any metal part of the computer to discharge any static electricity. Insert the module into the slot you selected. Gently rock the module into place without forcing it. 4 | ni.com | PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 5: Configuring The Pcie-6593 In Max
If you do not see your module listed, press <F5> to refresh the list of installed modules. If the module is still not listed, power off the system, ensure the module is correctly installed, and restart. PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 5... -
Page 6: Pcie-6593 Front Panel And Pinouts
Test in the MAX toolbar. The MAX self-test performs a basic verification of hardware resources. PCIe-6593 Front Panel and Pinouts Figure 3. PCIe-6593 Front Panel PCIe-6593 PORT 0 REF/ CLK IN PORT 1 6 | ni.com | PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide... - Page 7 DIO 3 MGT Rx+ 2 MGT Tx+ 2 MGT Rx– 2 MGT Tx– 2 MGT Rx+ 3 MGT Tx+ 3 MGT Rx– 3 MGT Tx– 3 5.0 V Reserved PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 7...
- Page 8 Table 4. Available Pins on the QSFP+ Connectors Symbol Name/Description Ground Tx2n Transmitter Inverted Data Input Tx2p Transmitter Non-Inverted Data Input Ground Tx4n Transmitter Inverted Data Input Tx4p Transmitter Non-Inverted Data Input 8 | ni.com | PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide...
- Page 9 Receiver Inverted Data Output Rx4p Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output Ground ModPrsL Module Present IntL Interrupt Vcc Tx +3.3V Power Supply Transmitter Vcc1 +3.3V Power Supply LPMode Low Power Mode PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 9...
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Page 10: Block Diagrams
Gen3 x8 PCIe Flash GPIO MGTs +1.8 V +12 V FPGA Triggers Configuration, GPIO MGTs Module Clocking Clk 100 Synchronization Clk 10 DRAM Bank 0 DRAM Bank 1 (2 GB) (2 GB) Reference Clock 10 | ni.com | PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide... -
Page 11: Accessing Flexrio With Integrated I/O Examples
Online examples are also available to demonstrate FlexRIO basics, such as using DRAM, acquiring data, and performing high throughput streaming. To access these examples, search in the Search the community field at ni.com/examples. FlexRIO examples PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 11... -
Page 12: Common Flexrio With Integrated I/O Examples
CLIP allows your IP to communicate directly with both the FPGA VI and the external adapter module connector interface. The PCIe-6593 ships with socketed CLIP items that add module I/O to the LabVIEW project. Synchronizing FlexRIO PCI Express Devices... -
Page 13: Sharing Reference Clocks And Triggers With Pci Express Devices Using Rtsi
Compact Synchronization Interface to RTSI Adapter, NI part number 787214-01, and a RTSI cable, NI part number 776249-02. Affix the RTSI adapter to the top of the PCIe-6593 using the attached mounting screws. Install the PCIe-6593 and up to five additional PCI Express devices in one PCI Express backplane. - Page 14 Connect one RTSI female connector on the RTSI cable to the RTSI male connector on the compact synchronization interface to RTSI adapter on the PCIe-6593. Connect the remaining RTSI female connectors on the RTSI cable to the male RTSI connectors on the other PCI Express devices.
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
NI product. Product registration facilitates technical support and ensures that you receive important information updates from NI. NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 N Mopac Expwy, Austin, TX, 78759-3504, USA. PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide | © National Instruments Corporation | 15... - Page 16 NI trademarks. Other product and company names mentioned herein are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies. For patents covering NI products/technology, refer to the appropriate location: Help»Patents in your software, the file on your media, or the National Instruments Patent Notice at . You can find patents.txt ni.com/patents...
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