PXI(e) Controller and Chassis Compatibility

Updated Jul 31, 2020

Reported In

Hardware

PXI Controller
PXI Chassis

Driver

PXI Platform Services

Issue Details

Will my NI PXI Express (PXIe) controller work with any PXIe chassis?
Will my NI PXI controller work with any PXI chassis?
Can I use a PXIe controller on a PXI chassis or vice versa?

Solution

PXIe - PXIe: Any NI PXIe controller (including remote, embedded, and rackmount) is compatible with any NI PXIe chassis.

PXI - PXI: All NI PXI controllers are compatible with all NI PXI chassis, although bandwidth limitations of older controllers should be taken into account. The maximum bandwidth for PXI chassis is 132MB/s. If more bandwidth is needed, consider upgrading to PXIe.

PXIe - PXI: PXIe and PXI use different bus architectures. A PXIe controller will not fit into a PXI chassis nor will a PXI controller fit into a PXIe chassis. If you have the wrong chassis/controller combination then the chassis will not power on.

Note: This does not necessarily apply PXI peripheral modules. Most NI PXI modules are hybrid-slot compatible PXI-1 cards and are designed to work in the hybrid slots of a PXIe chassis. Consult your peripheral module's product manual to confirm if it is hybrid-slot compatible.

Additional Information

You should also confirm that a version of PXI Platform services compatible with your chassis will also support your Operating System.
For more information on PXI(e) controller and chassis compatibility, refer to the National Instruments PXI Advisor.

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