PXIe-6591 Getting Started

This document explains how to install your PXIe-6591 high-speed serial module.

The PXIe-6591 provides access to FPGA multi-gigabit transceivers (MGTs) via Component Level IP (CLIP) for use in the following applications:
  • Functional test for semiconductor production
  • Protocol functional test
  • Device interfacing
  • High performance embedded systems

For more information about features and programming, refer to the NI High-Speed Serial Instruments User Manual. For device specifications, refer to the PXIe-6591 Specifications.

Caution The protection provided by this product may be impaired if it is used in a manner not described in this document.

How to Use Your Documentation Set

Refer to the following table to learn how to use your documentation set.
Table 1. PXIe-6591 Documentation
Document Description
NI High-Speed Serial Instruments User Manual Information about developing applications for the PXIe-6591.
NI High-Speed Serial Instruments Help Hardware and programming support for the driver software and the PXIe-6591.

This documentation is installed with the driver software.
PXIe-6591 Specifications Specifications for the PXIe-6591 module.