What You Need to Install the NI-9157/9159

• NI-9157/9159 reconfigurable embedded chassis with integrated MXI-Express (x1)
• One of the following MXI-Express (x1) host systems:
  • PXI system with MXI-Express device installed
  • PC with MXI-Express PCI or PCIe device installed
  • NI Industrial Controller
  Note

  The NI-9157/9159 requires a host system with a PCI Express clock that complies with the PCI Express Specification. The NI-9157/9159 may not be compatible with systems using noncompliant clocks, particularly clocks with peak frequencies higher than 100 MHz. For more information about PCI Express clock compatibility with the NI-9157/9159, refer to PCI Express Clock Specifications and Effect on NI MXI-Express RIO Interoperability.

• C Series I/O modules
• MXI-Express (x1) cable(s) up to 7 m long
• DIN rail mount kit (for DIN rail mounting only)
• Panel mount kit (for panel mounting only)
• Three M4 or number 8 panhead screws (for mounting the chassis without one of the listed mounting kits)
• Number 2 Phillips screwdriver
• Power supply
• MXI-Express (x1) Series User Manual

Refer to Software Support for CompactRIO, CompactDAQ, Single-Board RIO, R Series, and EtherCAT to confirm software support compatibility for the NI-9157/9159.