NI PXIe-8881 Chassis Controller



  • Product Code: PXIe-8881
  • Availability: In Stock


PXIe-8881 Intermediate Documentation
NI PXIe-8881 Chassis Controller
1. Key Specifications
• Form Factor: 3U PXI Express controller, compatible with PXIe chassis (8-slot maximum support)
• Processor: Intel Xeon E3-1505M v6 (Quad-core, 3.0 GHz base frequency, up to 4.0 GHz turbo)
• Memory: Up to 32 GB DDR4-2400 ECC SODIMM (2 x 16 GB slots)
• Storage: 1 x M.2 SATA (6 Gb/s) slot, 1 x 2.5" SATA III drive bay
• I/O Interfaces: 2 x USB 3.0 ports, 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 BASE-T), 1 x DisplayPort 1.2
• Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 55 °C (32 °F to 131 °F)
2. Installation Guidelines
• Ensure the PXIe chassis is powered off and disconnected from AC power before installation.
• Align the controller’s PXI Express connector with the chassis slot (slot 1 recommended for system controller).
• Secure the controller to the chassis using the front-panel locking screws (torque to 0.8 N·m).
• Connect peripheral devices (monitor, keyboard, network) only after mechanical installation is complete.
⚠️ Critical Warnings
• Do not operate the PXIe-8881 in environments with excessive dust or humidity (> 90% non-condensing).
• Avoid static discharge (ESD) by wearing an anti-static wrist strap during handling.
• Do not exceed the maximum power consumption (90 W) to prevent overheating.
3. Compatibility
• Compatible Operating Systems: Windows 10 (64-bit), Linux (Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8, Ubuntu 18.04 LTS)
• Compatible NI Software: NI MAX 19.0+, LabVIEW 2018+, NI-VISA 18.0+, NI-DAQmx 18.0+
• Chassis Compatibility: NI PXIe-1082, PXIe-1085, PXIe-1088, PXIe-1090

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