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Summary of Contents for National Instruments PXI-8840 RT
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NI PXI-8840 / PXI-8840 RT PXI Embedded Controller Limited Availability New From Surplus Stock Open Web Page https://www.artisantg.com/94988-1 A l l t r a d e m a r k s , b r a n d n a m e s , a n d b r a n d s a p p e a r i n g h e r e i n a r e t h e p r o p e r t y o f t h e i r r e s p e c t i v e o w n e r s .
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Contents Related Documentation ......................2 PXI Features..........................2 Benefits of PXI........................2 NI PXI-8840..........................3 Description........................3 Functional Overview......................3 National Instruments Software....................5 Configuration..........................6 BIOS Setup Utility......................6 BIOS Diagnostic Utilities....................16 System CMOS.........................16 ExpressCard........................17 Boot Options........................18 Hard Drive Recovery...................... 18 Upgrade Information.......................19...
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Related Documentation The following documents contain information you may find helpful as you read this manual: • IEEE Standard 488.1-2003, IEEE Standard for Higher Performance Protocol for the Standard Digital Interface for Programmable Instrumentation • PICMG 2.0 R3.0 CompactPCI Specification, PCI Industrial Computers Manufacturers Group •...
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Figure 1. NI PXI-8840 Block Diagram x1 PCIE PCI Express SO-DIMM Processor to PCI Bridge Memory Bus Ch. A DDR3L SDRAM Intel Core PC3 12800 x4 DDI DisplayPort USB 3.0 x2 x4 DDI DisplayPort USB 2.0 x4 USB 3.0 x2 Intel I217-V RJ45 USB 2.0 x4...
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The PXI Connectors connect the NI PXI-8840 to the PXI/CompactPCI backplane. National Instruments Software National Instruments has developed several software tools you can use with the NI PXI-8840. National Instruments hardware and software work together to help you make the most of your ™ ™...
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NI-Sync. For more information, visit ni.com/pxi NI-VISA is the National Instruments implementation of the VISA specification. VISA is a uniform API for communicating and controlling USB, Serial, GPIB, PXI, VXI, and various other types of instruments. This API aids in the creation of portable applications and instrument drivers.
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The Main setup menu also includes the following settings: • System Date—This setting controls the date, which is stored in a battery-backed real- time clock. Most operating systems also include a way to change this setting. Use <+> and <-> in conjunction with <Enter> and <Tab> to change these values. •...
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line prefetching can increase system performance for some applications, but can cause control algorithms to behave less deterministically. Video Configuration Submenu Use this submenu to apply alternate settings to the video configuration. Normally, you do not need to modify these settings, as the factory default settings provide the most compatible and optimal configuration possible.
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Serial Port Configuration Submenu Use this submenu to apply alternate configurations to the serial port. Normally, you do not need to modify these settings, as the factory default settings provide the most compatible and optimal configuration possible. • Serial Port Configuration—Use this setting to access the Serial Port Configuration submenu.
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devices. Refer to the CD/DVD ROM Drive BBS Priorities Submenu section for more information. • Floppy Drive BBS Priorities—Use this setting to access the Floppy Drive BBS Priorities submenu to re-order or disable bootable floppy drive devices. Refer to the Floppy Drive BBS Priorities Submenu section for more information.
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BIOS Diagnostic Utilities You can test the hard drive and memory of your controller with the included BIOS diagnostic utilities. Accessing BIOS Diagnostic Utilities Complete the following steps to start the BIOS Diagnostic Utility. Power on or reboot your controller. When the message appears, press the <F2>...
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The NI PXI-8840 automatically recognizes the ExpressCard and loads the appropriate driver(s). Third-party cards may require that you install additional drivers. Contact your ExpressCard vendor for more information. Removing an ExpressCard To remove an ExpressCard, complete the following steps. Push in the module and then release to eject the card. Slide the card out of the slot.
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You can change the amount of installed RAM on the NI PXI-8840 by upgrading the SO- DIMM. National Instruments offers the following SO-DIMMs for use with the NI PXI-8840 controller. • 1600 MHz DDR3L PC3-12800 4 GB, 512 MB × 64, 1.18 in. max (NI part number 782341-4096) •...
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Figure 3. Installing a DDR3L SO-DIMM in an NI PXI-8840 Controller 1. DDR3L SO-DIMM Socket 2. DDR3L SO-DIMM Module Installing an OS NI PXI-8840 controllers may include a preinstalled OS. In some cases, you may want to install a different OS. When doing so, consider the following guidelines. Installing from a USB CD/DVD-ROM The NI PXI-8840 supports the installation of Windows 7 from a USB CD/DVD-ROM.
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Front Panel Dimensions The following figure shows the front panel layout and dimensions of the NI PXI-8840. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters). Figure 4. NI PXI-8840 Front Panel Layout and Dimensions 4.393 in. (111.58 mm) 3.750 in. (95.25 mm) 3.554 in. (90.27 mm) 3.289 in.
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5% to 95%, noncondensing (Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-56.) For chassis that are not available in the online catalog at ni.com, contact National Instruments for supported operating temperatures. Processor should not throttle CPU frequency under reasonable, worst case processor work loads in high operating temperatures.
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Battery Replacement and Disposal This device contains a long-life coin cell battery. If you need to replace it, use the Return Material Authorization (RMA) process or contact an authorized National Instruments service representative. For more information about compliance with the EU Battery Directive 2006/66/EC about Batteries and Accumulators and Waste Batteries and Accumulators, visit ni.com/environment/batterydirective...
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Table 1. DisplayPort Connector Signals (Continued) Signal Name ML_Lane3(p) ML_Lane3(n) CONFIG1 CONFIG2 AUX CH (p) AUX CH (n) Hot Plug Detect Return DP_PWR COM1 The following figure shows the location and pinouts for the COM1 connector on the NI PXI-8840. The following table lists and describes the COM1 connector signal. Figure 6.
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Table 3. Ethernet Connector Signals Fast Ethernet Gigabit Ethernet TX_A+ TX_A- RX_B+ TX_C+ TX_C- RX_B- RX_D+ RX_D- Note The Ethernet controller can perform an automatic crossover, thus eliminating the need for crossover cables. The following table lists and describes the 10/100/1000 LAN connector LED states. Table 4.
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Table 6. USB 3.0 Connector Signals (Continued) Signal Name Signal Description Ground StdA_SSRX– USB Data Receive- StdA_SSRX+ USB Data Receive+ GND_DRAIN Ground StdA_SSTX– USB Data Transmit- StdA_SSTX+ USB Data Transmit+ Trigger The TRIG connector is the software-controlled trigger connection for routing PXI triggers to or from the backplane trigger bus.
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The following figure shows the location and pinouts for the GPIB connector on the NI PXI-8840. The following table lists and describes the GPIB connector signals. National Instruments provides a GPIB mating connector, part number 183285-0R2. Figure 10. GPIB Connector Location and Pinout GPIB Table 8.
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Table 8. GPIB Connector Signals (Continued) Signal Name Signal Description NRFD# Not Ready for Data NDAC# Not Data Accepted IFC# Interface Clear SRQ# Service Request ATN# Attention SHIELD Chassis ground DIO5# Data Bit 5 DIO6# Data Bit 6 DIO7# Data Bit 7 DIO8# Data Bit 8 REN#...
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Ground Note: The pound symbol (#) indicates an active low signal. Worldwide Support and Services The National Instruments website is your complete resource for technical support. At ni.com/ support, you have access to everything from troubleshooting and application development self-help resources to email and phone assistance from NI Application Engineers.
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National Instruments corporate headquarters is located at 11500 North Mopac Expressway, Austin, Texas, 78759-3504. National Instruments also has offices located around the world. For telephone support in the United States, create your service request at ni.com/support dial 1 866 ASK MYNI (275 6964). For telephone support outside the United States, visit the Worldwide Offices section of ni.com/niglobal...
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