Description and Features
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Description and Features
MXI-Express x4 uses PCI Express signals over a cable of up to 7 m with PCI Express-to-PCI Express switches. You can do the following with MXI-Express x4:
- Control a PXI Express or CompactPCI Express backplane with a PCI Express-based PC
- Physically separate the measurement or automation system from a host PC
- Control multiple PXI Express or CompactPCI Express chassis with a single PCI Express-based PC or PXI Express embedded controller.
The following table lists the products and lists their features for comparison.
| Model | Slot Type | Number of Ports | Cable Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe-8371 | PCI Express x4 | 1 | MXI-Express x4 Copper |
| PCIe-8372 | PCI Express x4 | 2 | MXI-Express x4 Copper |
| PXIe-8370 | PXI Express Controller | 1 | MXI-Express x4 Copper |
| PXIe-8374 | PXI Express Peripheral | 1 | MXI-Express x4 Copper |
Note There are other products not listed in the table above that support MXI-Express x4 connectivity, such as the HDD-826x series of products. For installation instructions and other information concerning these products, refer to their respective manuals.