Use this guide to select the correct USB configuration cable for your CompactDAQ Controller and Chassis. Whether you are creating a new configuration, replacing or expanding your current CompactDAQ System, or verifying that existing parts can be used in a different configuration, this guide can help.
Note: The USB configuration cable is included when you order your CompactDAQ Controller.
This page is part of the CompactDAQ System Accessory Compatibility Guide.
Tip Refer to the getting started guide on ni.com/manuals for basic configuration instructions and information about connecting to a host computer using the USB device port. NI recommends using the USB device port for configuration, debug, and maintenance.
This guide is intended to cover USB configuration cables for use with your CompactDAQ Controller and CompactDAQ Chassis. It does not explicitly cover other NI product families such as CompactRIO System or C Series Module. It also does not cover legacy or End of Life (EOL) parts or products.
Note: Using the page search functionality in your browser to locate your model may speed up this process. This is typically CTRL+F on Windows or ⌘+F on MacOS.
Note: N/A = Not Applicable
Note: P/N = Part Number
| Chassis | USB Configuration Cable |
|---|---|
| cDAQ-9171 cDAQ-9174 cDAQ-9178 |
P/N: 198506-01 (1 m) |
| cDAQ-9172 | P/N: 192256-02 (2 m) |
cDAQ-9179
|
P/N: 157930A-01 (1 m) P/N: 157930A-02 (2 m) |
| cDAQ-9181 cDAQ-9184 cDAQ-9188/9188XT cDAQ-9191 |
N/A |
For more information on any of the listed NI orderable parts, please visit http://www.ni.com/contact-us/ to contact an NI representative. Most NI orderable parts listed in this guide without a product page can still be purchased by contacting NI.