Finding Your NI Device or Module Model Number

• Looking at hardware compatibility with cables, accessories, or software.
• Trying to identify your hardware in a software program or setup.
• Troubleshooting your device not appearing within the NI platform.

1. Looking at the physical device.
2. Using NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX).
   • This requires an installation of MAX.

Looking at the Physical Device

• PCI and PCI Express (PCIe) devices: Model numbers are typically found on the faceplate of the card near the connector. Click here for an example.  Some models also have the product family printed on the shielding of the card.
• PXI and PXI Express (PXIe) modules: Model numbers are typically found at the top of the faceplate of the card. Click here for an example.  Some models also have the product family printed on the shielding of the card. Click here for an example. 
• USB devices: Model numbers can be found on the enclosure.

Using NI Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX)

1. Open NI MAX from the Start Menu.
2. Select My System >> Devices and Interfaces.
   • PCI, PCI Express (PCIe), and USB devices are listed as NI PCI-, NI PCIe- or NI USB- followed by the model number.
   • PXI and PXI Express (PXIe) modules are listed under their chassis, which you will have to click to expand. Modules are listed as NI PXI- or NI PXIe- followed by the model number.