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PXI-8186, 2.2 GHz Pentium 4 Processor, 30 GB Hard Drive, PXI Controller

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National Instruments PXI-8186 PXI Controller

Featured with an integrated GPIB (IEEE 488.2) interface, the National Instruments PXI-8186 (Part Numbers: 778755-00, 778755-01, 778755-02, 778755-33, 778842-00, 778842-01, 778842-02, 778842-33) is a Pentium 4 based Embedded Controller that can be used in any PXI or CompactPCI system. The powerful hardware configuration of this Controller makes it a viable solution for a broad range of intensive applications. The NI PXI-8186 comes equipped with a 2.2 GHz Pentium 4-M CPU and a 30 GB hard drive.

To deliver realistic, intense 3D graphics, fast rendering, high detail, and smooth motion, the PXI-8186 Controller features an integrated Intel Extreme Graphics core. Thus, the user will not need an additional video card. This Controller utilizes double-data-rate SDRAM (DDR-SDRAM). The SDRAM doubles memory bandwidth since it transfers data twice per cycle. The NI PXI-8186 comes equipped with one 10/100BaseTX Port, one IEEE 1284 Parallel Port, one PCI-GPIB/TNT Port, two USB 2.0 Ports, one PS/2 connector, two Serial Ports, and a 2.5 in., 9.5 mm 30 GB Internal Hard Drive.

The standard version of the NI PXI-8186 has an operating temperature of 5 to 40 °C. However, this PXI Embedded Controller is also offered in an extended-temperature version (Part Number: 778842-01), which has an operating temperature of 0 to 55 °C. As far as its physical dimensions are concerned, it is a 3U-size PXI module, with dimensions of 8.1 by 13 by 21.6 cm. Also, the device has a weight of 2.2 lbs. The NI PXI-8186 requires one system slot and three controller slots to be installed in a compatible PXI chassis.

The PXI-8186 operates using multiple software options. One of them is NI-DAQ which hosts a library of functions which can be utilized from your application development environment (ADE) of choice-ADEs such as LabVIEW, Measurement Studio, and LabWindows/CVI. Another software which the device operates on is the NI-VISA which is in creating applications and instrument drivers.

Obsolete Status has been announced for the PXI-8186 by National Instruments, but the Controller will still be available for purchase and repairs by Apex Waves.

ModelPXI-8186
Part Numbers778755-00, 778755-01, 778755-02, 778755-33,
778842-00, 778842-01, 778842-02, 778842-33
ManufacturerNational Instruments
TypePXI Controller
Slot Requirements1 System Slot and 3 Controller Expansion Slots
CPU2.2 GHz Pentium 4
MTBF170,248 h
Operational Shock30 g (Peak), 11 ms pulse, half-sine
Operating Temp Range5–40 °C or 5–45 °C, chassis dependent
Storage Temp Range–20 to 65 °C
Extended Temp OptionOperating: 0–35 °C or 0–55 °C, chassis dependent
Storage: –40 to 85 °C
Dimensions3.2 x 5.1 x 8.5 in.
Weight2.2 lb.
WarrantyThree Year Warranty
PXI-8186 ManualUser Manual and Maintenance Manual Available for Download
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National Instruments PXI-8186 Frequently Asked Questions

 

Question: Why are there so many part numbers for the PXI-8186?

Answer: There is a base model and an extended temperature version for the PXI-8186 with various operating systems. Part number 778755-01 is a base model with Windows XP (English) installed, while part number 778842-01 is an extended temperature version with Windows XP (English) installed. Next, part number 778755-02 is the base model with Windows 2000 (English) installed and part number 778842-02 is the extended temperature version with Windows 2000 (English) installed. Part number 778755-33 is the base model with LabVIEW Real-Time embedded software, while part number 778842-33 is the extended temperature version with LabVIEW Real-Time embedded software. Lastly, part number 778755-00 is the base model with Localized OS installed and part number 778842-00 is the extended temperature model with Localized OS installed.

 

Question: Can the RAM be upgraded on the NI PXI-8186?

Answer: Yes, on this Embedded Controller, the RAM can be upgraded to either 512 MB or 1 GB.

 

Question: What is the size of the hard drive on the PXI-8186?

Answer: The hard drive is 30 GB minimum for the base unit and 20 GB minimum for the extended temperature option.

 

Question: What is the difference in the temperature range for the base model and the extended temperature version of the NI PXI-8186?

Answer: The base model of the NI PXI-8186 has an operating temperature ranging from 5 to 40 degrees C and a storage temperature ranging from -20 to 60 degrees C. The extended temperature model of the controller has an operating temperature ranging from 0 to 55 degrees C and a storage temperature ranging from -40 to 85 degrees C.

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