User's Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction
NI PXI-8108 User Manual 1-2 ni.com
NI PXI-8108
Description
The NI PXI-8108 PXI/CompactPCI embedded computer is a
high-performance PXI/CompactPCI system controller. The NI PXI-8108
controller integrates standard I/O features in a single unit by using
state-of-the-art packaging. Combining an NI PXI-8108 embedded
controller with a PXI-compatible chassis, such as the NI PXI-1042, results
in a fully PC-compatible computer in a compact, rugged package.
The NI PXI-8108 has an Intel
®
Core
™
2 Duo processor T9400 (2.53 GHz
dual core processor), all the standard I/O, and a 80 GB (or larger) hard
drive. It also has a PCI-based GPIB controller and an ExpressCard/34
expansion slot.
The standard I/O on each module includes DVI-I (Digital Video Interface
Integrated Analog/Digital) video, one RS-232 serial port, a parallel port,
four Hi-Speed USB ports, Gigabit Ethernet, a reset button, and a PXI
trigger.
Functional Overview
This section contains functional descriptions of each major logic block on
the NI PXI-8108 embedded computer.
NI PXI-8108 Functional Description
The NI PXI-8108 is a modular PC in a PXI 3U-size form factor. Figure 1-1
is a functional block diagram of the NI PXI-8108. Following the diagram
is a description of each logic block shown.