Description
The MXIe PXI-Express Bus Expander allows for direct control of PXI-Express systems from any PCI Express slot in a desktop computer or server. MXIe-Express configurations are available for supporting both the x1 and x4 PCI-Express lane configurations. Either lane configuration can remotely control one or two PXIExpress chassis. The MXIe-Express technology utilizes a high bandwidth link that is transparent to software applications and drivers, providing the ability to use high performance desktop computers or servers to control PXI-Express systems.
Features
Since PXI-Express is based on the industry-standard PCI-Express bus, the MXIe-Express Bus Expanders provide a transparent link where all PXI and PXI-Express modules appear to the user as if they were PCI or PCI-Express boards within the computer itself. However, with PXI technology, users benefit from an increased number of slots, power and cooling per slot, module selection, and synchronization features. The MXIe-Express employs a high speed serial link to control the PXI-Express chassis. Interfacing cables for the MXIe-Express are available in 1, 3 and 7 meter lengths for the x1 interface and 3 and 7 meter lengths for the x4 interface.
The MXIe-Express is available in several configurations. A x1 lane configuration supports a sustained data throughput rate of 192 MB/s and the x4 lane configuration supports a sustained data throughput rate of 798 MB/s. Optionally, the x1 and x4 configurations can control two PXI-Express chassis by utilizing a two-port, PCI-Express interface card. The basic MXIe-Express kit consists of a single port PCI-Express interface card, a 3 meter interface cable, and a PXI-Express interface card. Individual kit components may be purchased separately for spares or to meet your specific requirements.
Applications
- Remote control of PXIe chassis
- Remote control of cPCIe chassis
MXIe-Express Series Specifications
| Power Requirements |
|---|
| +5 V | PXIe (x1): 0.3 A (typ); 0.4 A (max), 5 V (aux)
PXIe (x4): 1 mA (typ); 3 mA (max) |
| +3.3 V | PXIe (x1): 2.5 A (typ); 3 A (max)
PXIe (x4): 2.2 A (typ); 2.8 A (max)
PCIe (x1): 1.8 A (typ); 2.0 A (max), (x1 or x2 config.)
PCIe (x4): 2.5 A (typ); 3 A (max), (x1 or x2 config.) |
| +3.3 V aux | 1 mA (typ); 10 mA (max) |
| +12 V | PXIe (x4): 0.3 A (typ); 0.4 A (max) |
| Environmental Temperature Range |
|---|
| Operating | 0 °C to +55 °C |
| Storage | -20 °C to +70 °C |
| Relative Humidity |
|---|
| Operating | 10 to 90%, non-condensing |
| Storage | 5 to 95%, non-condensing |
| Shock and Vibration |
|---|
| Operational Shock | 30 g peak, half-sine, 11 ms pulse
(Tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-27. Test profile developed in accordance with MIL-PRF-28800F.) |
| Random Vibration (operating) | 5 to 500 Hz, 0.3 G rms |
| Random Vibration (non-operating) | 5 to 500 Hz, 2.4 G rms
(Tested in accordance with IEC 600060-2-64. Non-operating profile exceeds the requirements of MIL-PRF 28800F, Class 3.) |
| Dimensions |
|---|
| PXI-Express I/F | 3U PXI slot, 10.0 x 16.0 cm (3.9" x 6.3") |
| PCI-Express | 10.7 x 17.5 cm (4.4" x 6.9") |
| General |
|---|
| Maximum Cable Length | 7 meters |
| Compatibility | Fully compatible with PXI Express Hardware Specification 1.0 and PICMG CompactPCI Express EXP.0 R1.0 Specifications. |
Note: Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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