Components of a PXIe-6570 System
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The PXIe-6570 is designed for use in a system that includes other hardware components, drivers, and software.
Notice A system and the surrounding environment must meet the requirements
defined in PXIe-6570 Specifications.
The following list defines the minimum required hardware and software for a system that includes a PXIe-6570.
| Component | Description and Recommendations |
|---|---|
PXI Chassis |
A PXI chassis houses the PXIe-6570 and supplies power, communication, and timing for PXIe-6570 functions. |
PXI Controller or PXI Remote Control Module |
You can install a PXI controller or a PXI remote control (MXI) module depending on your system requirements. These components, installed in the same PXI chassis as the PXIe-6570, interface with the instrument using NI device drivers. |
Digital Pattern Instrument |
Your digital pattern instrument. |
Cables and Accessories |
Cables and accessories allow connectivity to/from your instrument for measurements. Refer to Cables and Accessories for recommended cables and accessories and guidance. |
NI-Digital Pattern Driver |
Instrument driver software that provides functions to interact with
the PXIe-6570 and execute measurements
using the PXIe-6570. Note NI recommends that
you always use the most current version of NI-Digital Pattern Driver with the PXIe-6570. You can find the NI-Digital Pattern Driver requirements in the
NI-Digital Pattern Driver
Readme. |
NI-DCPower Driver |
The NI-DCPower driver is required to use NI-DCPower modules within the Digital Pattern Editor. For more information about using NI-DCPower modules within the Digital Pattern Editor, refer to the Digital Pattern User Manual. |
NI-Sync Driver |
The NI-Sync driver is required to support operations using the PXIe-6674T timing and synchronization module, such as combining comparison results across digital pattern instruments. For more information about using the PXIe-6674T with digital pattern instruments, refer to the Digital Pattern User Manual. |
NI Applications |
NI-Digital Pattern Driver offers driver support for the
following applications:
|