National Instruments PXIe-1095, PXIe-1084 User Manual

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PXIe-1095 User Manual

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Contents

About This Manual

Related Documentation .................................................................................................... vii

Chapter 1
Getting Started

Unpacking......................................................................................................................... 1-1

What You Need to Get Started ......................................................................................... 1-1

Key Features ..................................................................................................................... 1-2

Chassis Description .......................................................................................................... 1-3

Optional Equipment.......................................................................................................... 1-5

Timing and Synchronization .................................................................................... 1-5

EMC Filler Panels .................................................................................................... 1-5

Slot Blockers............................................................................................................. 1-5

Replacement Power Supply ...................................................................................... 1-5

Replacement Fan Kit ................................................................................................ 1-5

Rack Mount Kits....................................................................................................... 1-5

PXIe-1095 Backplane Overview ...................................................................................... 1-5

Interoperability with CompactPCI............................................................................ 1-5

System Controller Slot.............................................................................................. 1-6

Hybrid Peripheral Slots ............................................................................................ 1-7

PXI Express Peripheral Slots.................................................................................... 1-7

System Timing Slot .................................................................................................. 1-8

PXI Local Bus .......................................................................................................... 1-9

PXI Trigger Bus........................................................................................................ 1-9

System Reference Clock........................................................................................... 1-10

Chapter 2
Installation and Configuration

Safety Information ............................................................................................................ 2-1

Chassis Cooling Considerations ....................................................................................... 2-2

Providing Adequate Clearance ................................................................................. 2-2

Chassis Ambient Temperature Definition ................................................................ 2-5

Setting Fan Speed ..................................................................................................... 2-5

Power Supply Filler Panel ........................................................................................ 2-5

Installing Filler Panels .............................................................................................. 2-5

Installing Slot Blockers ............................................................................................ 2-5

Rack Mounting ................................................................................................................. 2-6

Connecting the Safety Ground ......................................................................................... 2-7

Connecting to a Power Source.......................................................................................... 2-7

Installing a PXI Express System Controller ..................................................................... 2-8

Installing Peripheral Modules........................................................................................... 2-9

LED Indicators ................................................................................................................. 2-10

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DIP Switches..................................................................................................................... 2-11

Inhibit Mode ..................................................................................................................... 2-12

Inhibit Mode Selection..............................................................................................2-12

Fan Mode .......................................................................................................................... 2-13

Cooling Profiles ........................................................................................................ 2-13

Fan Mode Selection .................................................................................................. 2-13

PXI Express System Configuration with MAX................................................................ 2-13

Trigger Configuration in MAX................................................................................. 2-15

PXI Trigger Bus Routing .......................................................................................... 2-16

Fan Configuration in MAX....................................................................................... 2-16

Using System Configuration and Initialization Files........................................................ 2-17

Chapter 3
Maintenance

Service Interval .................................................................................................................3-1

Preparation ........................................................................................................................ 3-1

Cleaning ............................................................................................................................ 3-1

Interior Cleaning ....................................................................................................... 3-1

Exterior Cleaning ...................................................................................................... 3-2

Replacing the Power Supply ............................................................................................. 3-2

Removal ....................................................................................................................3-3

Installation ................................................................................................................ 3-3

Connecting Safety Ground........................................................................................ 3-4

Connecting to Power Source..................................................................................... 3-4

Installing Replacement Fan Assemblies ........................................................................... 3-5

Replacing the PXI Module Fan Assembly ...............................................................3-5

Replacing the Side Fan Assembly ............................................................................ 3-7

Appendix A
Pinouts

Appendix B
NI Services

Glossary

Index

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About This Manual

The PXIe-1095 Series User Manual describes the features of the PXIe-1095 chassis and contains
information about configuring the chassis, installing the modules, and operating the chassis.

Related Documentation

The following documents contain information that you might find helpful as you read this
manual:

• IEEE 1101.1-1991, IEEE Standard for Mechanical Core Specifications for

Microcomputers Using IEC 603-2 Connectors

• IEEE 1101.10, IEEE Standard for Additional Mechanical Specifications for

Microcomputers Using IEEE 1101.1 Equipment Practice

• PICMG EXP.0 R1.0 CompactPCI Express Specification, PCI Industrial Computers

Manufacturers Group

• PCI Express Base Specification, Revision 1.1, PCI Special Interest Group

• PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification, Revision 2.0, PXI Systems Alliance

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1

Getting Started

This chapter describes the key features of the PXIe-1095 chassis and lists the kit contents and
optional equipment you can order from National Instruments.

Unpacking

Carefully inspect the shipping container and the chassis for damage. Check for visible damage
to the metal work. Check to make sure all handles, hardware, and switches are undamaged.
Inspect the inner chassis for any possible damage, debris, or detached components. If damage
appears to have been caused during shipment, file a claim with the carrier. Retain the packing
material for possible inspection and/or reshipment.

What You Need to Get Started

The PXIe-1095 chassis kit contains the following items:

 PXIe-1095 chassis

 Filler panels

 PXIe-1095 Safety, Environmental, and Regulatory Information

 Software media with PXI Platform Services 17.3 or newer

 Chassis number labels

Note You will also need an AC power cable, sold separately. Refer to Table 1-1 for

more information about AC power cables.

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Table 1-1. AC Power Cables

Power Cable Plug Types

Standard 120 V (USA) ANSI C73.11/NEMA 5-15-P

Switzerland 220 V SEV 6534-2

Australia 240 V AS C112

Universal Euro 230 V CEE (7), II, IV, VII

United Kingdom 230 V BS 1363

Japan 100 V JIS 8303

If you are missing any of the items listed in Table 1-1, or if you have the incorrect AC power
cable, contact National Instruments.

Key Features

The PXIe-1095 chassis combines a high-performance 18-slot PXI Express backplane with a
high-output power supply and a structural design that has been optimized for maximum usability
in a wide range of applications. The chassis’ modular design ensures a high level of
maintainability, resulting in a very low mean time to repair (MTTR). The PXIe-1095 chassis
fully complies with the PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification, offering advanced timing
and synchronization features.

The key features of the PXIe-1095 chassis include the following:

High Performance for Instrumentation Requirements

• Up to 8 GB/s (single direction) per PXI Express slot dedicated bandwidth
(x8 Gen-3 PCI Express).

• 58 W per slot cooling meets increased PXI Express cooling requirements

• Low-jitter internal 10 MHz reference clock for PXI/PXI Express slots with ± 25 ppm
stability

• Low-jitter internal 100 MHz reference clock for PXI Express slots with ± 25 ppm stability

• Quiet operation for 0 to 30 °C at 37.7 dBA

• Variable speed fan controller optimizes cooling and acoustic emissions

• Complies with PXI and CompactPCI Specifications

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High Reliability

• 0 to 55 °C extended temperature range

• Power supply, temperature, and fan monitoring

• Field replaceable fans

• Dual redundant, hot-swappable power supplies

Multi-Chassis Support

• PXI Express System Timing Slot for tight synchronization across multiple chassis

• Switchless CLK10 routing

Optional Features

• Timing and synchronization upgrade

• Front and rear rack-mount kits

• Replacement power supply

• EMC filler panels

• Slot blockers for improved cooling performance

• Factory installation services

• Replacement fan kit

Chassis Description

Figures 1-1 and 1-2 show the key features of the PXIe-1095 chassis front and back panels.
Figure 1-1 shows the front view of the chassis. Figure 1-2 shows the rear view of the chassis.

Refer to Figure 2-2, PXIe-1095 Chassis Vents, for chassis vent locations.

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Figure 1-1. Front View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis

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9 Power Inhibit Switch
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5 Chassis Protective Earth Terminal
6 Fan Module

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Optional Equipment

Contact National Instruments to order the following options for the PXIe-1095 chassis.

Timing and Synchronization

An optional timing and synchronization accessory available from National Instruments provides
trigger routing capability, higher accuracy CLK10/CLK100, connectors for 10 MHz reference
clock input and output, and remote chassis monitoring and inhibit control.

EMC Filler Panels

EMC filler panel kits are available from National Instruments.

Slot Blockers

PXI Slot Blocker kits are available from National Instruments for improved thermal
performance when all slots are not used.

Replacement Power Supply

Replacement power supply kits are available from National Instruments. You easily can install
replacement power supplies without powering off the system.

Replacement Fan Kit

A fan kit is available from National Instruments, includes both side and PXI module fan assemblies.

Rack Mount Kits

Rack mounting kits are available from National Instruments that can accommodate a variety of
rack depths.

PXIe-1095 Backplane Overview

This section provides an overview of the backplane features for the PXIe-1095 chassis.

Interoperability with CompactPCI

The design of the PXIe-1095 chassis provides you the flexibility to use the following devices in
a single PXI Express chassis:

• PXI Express compatible products

• CompactPCI Express compatible 2-Link system controller products

• CompactPCI Express compatible Type-2 peripheral products

• PXI peripheral products modified to fit in a hybrid slot

• Standard CompactPCI peripheral products modified to fit in a hybrid slot

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System Controller Slot

The system controller slot is Slot 1 of the chassis and is a 2-Link configuration system slot as
defined by the CompactPCI Express and PXI Express specifications. It has three system
controller expansion slots for system controller modules that are wider than one slot. These slots
allow the system controller to expand to the left to prevent the system controller from using
peripheral slots.

The backplane connects the system slot to two PCI Express switches using a Gen-3 x8 and a
Gen-3 x16 PCI Express link. These switches distribute PCI Express connections to the
peripheral slots and to a PCI Express-to-PCI bridge to provide a PCI bus to the hybrid peripheral
slots. Refer to Figure 1-3 for an overview of the PXIe-1095 architecture.

System slot link 1 is a Gen-3 x8 PCI Express link to PCI Express switch 1, providing a nominal
bandwidth of 8 GB/s (single direction) between the system controller and PCI Express switch 1.
PXI Express peripheral slots 2-10 are connected to PCI Express switch 1 with Gen-3 x8
PCI Express links and are downstream of system slot link 1. The PCI Express-to-PCI bridge is
connected to PCI Express switch 1 and provides a 32-bit, 33 MHz PCI bus for hybrid peripheral
slots 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12. PCI Express switch 1 also is connected to PCI Express switch 2 with a
Gen-3 x8 PCI Express link for advanced backplane configurations.

System slot link 2 is a Gen-3 x16 PCI Express link to PCI Express switch 2, providing a nominal
bandwidth of 16 GB/s (single direction) between the system controller slot and PCI Express
switch 2. PXI Express peripheral slots 11-18 are connected to PCI Express switch 2 with Gen-3
x8 PCI Express links and are downstream of system slot link 2.

The system controller slot also has connectivity to some PXI features such as: PXI_CLK10,
PXI Star, PXI Trigger Bus and PXI Local Bus 6.

By default, the system controller will control the power supply with the PS_ON# signals. A logic
low on this line will turn the power supply on.

Note The chassis Inhibit Mode must be set to Default mode for the system

controller to control the power supply. Refer to the Inhibit Mode section of Chapter 2,
Installation and Configuration, for details about configuring Inhibit Mode.

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Hybrid Peripheral Slots

The chassis provides five (5) hybrid peripheral slots as defined by the PXI-5 PXI Express
Hardware Specification: slots 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12. A hybrid peripheral slot can accept the

following peripheral modules:

• A PXI Express peripheral with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link through a switch to the
system slot. Each PXI Express peripheral slot can link up to a Gen-3 x8 PCI Express,
providing a maximum nominal single-direction bandwidth of 8 GB/s.

• A CompactPCI Express Type-2 Peripheral with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link through a
switch to the system slot.

• A hybrid-compatible PXI Peripheral module that has been modified by replacing the J2
connector with an XJ4 connector installed in the upper eight rows of J2. Refer to the
PXI Express Specification for details. The PXI Peripheral communicates through the
backplane’s 32-bit PCI bus.

• A CompactPCI 32-bit peripheral on the backplane’s 32-bit PCI bus.

The hybrid peripheral slots provide full PXI Express functionality and 32-bit PXI functionality except
for PXI Local Bus. The hybrid peripheral slot only connects to PXI Local Bus 6 left and right.

PXI Express Peripheral Slots

There are eleven (11) PXI Express peripheral slots: slots 2 to 6 and 13 to 18. PXI Express
peripheral slots can accept the following peripheral modules:

• A PXI Express peripheral with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link to the system slot through a
PCIe switch. Each PXI Express peripheral slot can link up to a Gen-3 x8 PCI Express,
providing a maximum nominal single-direction bandwidth of 8 GB/s.

• A CompactPCI Express Type-2 Peripheral with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link to the system
slot through a PCIe switch.

Figure 1-3. PXIe-1095 PCI Express Backplane Diagram

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System Timing Slot

The System Timing Slot is slot 10. The system timing slot will accept the following peripheral
modules:

• A PXI Express System Timing Module with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link to the system
slot through a PCI Express switch. Each PXI Express peripheral or hybrid peripheral slot
can link up to a Gen-3 x8 PCI Express, providing a maximum nominal single-direction
bandwidth of 8 GB/s.

• A PXI Express Peripheral with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link to the system slot through a
PCI Express switch.

• A CompactPCI Express Type-2 Peripheral with x8, x4, or x1 PCI Express link to the system
slot through a PCI Express switch.

The system timing slot has 3 dedicated differential pairs (PXIe_DSTAR) connected from the
TP1 and TP2 connectors to the XP3 connector for each PXI Express peripheral or hybrid
peripheral slot, as well as routed back to the XP3 connector of the system timing slot as shown
in Figure 1-4. The PXIe_DSTAR pairs can be used for high-speed triggering, synchronization
and clocking. Refer to the PXI Express Specification for details.

The system timing slot also has a single-ended (PXI Star) trigger connected to every slot. Refer
to Figure 1-4 for details.

The system timing slot has a pin (PXI_CLK10_IN) through which a system timing module may
source a 10 MHz clock to which the backplane will phase-lock. Refer to the System Reference
Clock section for details.

Figure 1-4. PXI Express Star Connectivity Diagram

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PXI Local Bus

The PXI backplane local bus is a daisy-chained bus that connects each peripheral slot with
adjacent peripheral slots to the left and right.

The backplane routes PXI Local Bus 6 between all slots. The left local bus 6 from slot 1 is not
routed anywhere and the right local bus 6 from slot 18 is not routed anywhere.

Local bus signals may range from high-speed TTL signals to analog signals as high as 42 V.

Initialization software uses the configuration information specific to each adjacent peripheral
module to evaluate local bus compatibility.

PXI Trigger Bus

All slots on the same PXI bus segment share eight PXI trigger lines. You can use these trigger
lines in a variety of ways. For example, you can use triggers to synchronize the operation of
several different PXI peripheral modules. In other applications, one module located in the
system timing slot can control carefully timed sequences of operations performed on other
modules in the system. Modules can pass triggers to one another, allowing precisely timed
responses to asynchronous external events the system is monitoring or controlling.

The PXI trigger lines from adjacent PXI trigger bus segments can be routed in either direction
across the PXI trigger bridges through buffers. This allows you to send trigger signals to, and
receive trigger signals from, every slot in the chassis. Static trigger routing (user-specified line
and directional assignments) can be configured through Measurement & Automation Explorer
(MAX). Dynamic routing of triggers (automatic line assignments) is supported through certain
National Instruments drivers like NI-DAQmx.

Note Although any trigger line may be routed in either direction, it cannot be

routed in more than one direction at a time.

Figure 1-5. PXI Trigger Bus Connectivity Diagram

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System Reference Clock

The PXIe-1095 chassis supplies PXI_CLK10, PXIe_CLK100, and PXIe_SYNC100
independently driven to each peripheral slot.

An independent buffer (having a source impedance matched to the backplane and a skew of less
than 250 ps between slots) drives PXI_CLK10 to each slot. You can use this common reference
clock signal to synchronize multiple modules in a measurement or control system.

An independent buffer drives PXIe_CLK100 to each peripheral slot. These clocks are matched
in skew to less than 100 ps. The differential pair must be terminated on the peripheral with
LVPECL termination for the buffer to drive PXIe_CLK100 so that when there is no peripheral
or a peripheral that does not connect to PXIe_CLK100, there is no clock being driven on the pair
to that slot.

An independent buffer drives PXIe_SYNC100 to each peripheral slot. The differential pair must
be terminated on the peripheral with LVPECL termination for the buffer to drive
PXIe_SYNC100 so that when there is no peripheral or a peripheral that does not connect to
PXIe_SYNC100, there is no SYNC100 signal being driven on the pair to that slot.

PXI_CLK10, PXIe_CLK100 and PXIe_SYNC100 have the default timing relationship
described in Figure 1-6.

Figure 1-6. System Reference Clock Default Behavior

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PXIe_CLK100

PXI_CLK10

PXIe_SYNC100

To synchronize the system to an external clock, you can drive PXI_CLK10 from an external
source through the PXI_CLK10_IN pin on the System Timing Slot, or from an external SMA
connector on the rear of the chassis (Timing and Synchronization upgrade). Refer to Table A-8,
XP4 Connector Pinout for the System Timing Slot, for the pinout. When an external clock is
detected, the backplane automatically phase-locks the PXI_CLK10, PXIe_CLK100, and
PXIe_SYNC100 signals to this external clock and distributes these signals to the slots. Refer to
the PXIe-1095 Specifications for the specification information for an external clock provided on
the PXI_CLK10_IN pin of the system timing slot or rear panel SMA.

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Installation and Configuration

This chapter describes how to prepare and operate the PXIe-1095 chassis.

Before connecting the chassis to a power source, read this chapter and the Read Me First: Safety
and Electromagnetic Compatibility document included with your kit.

Safety Information

Caution Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory

procedure, carefully read the following caution notices.

Protection equipment may be impaired if equipment is not used in the manner
specified.

This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and is capable of inflicting
personal injury.

Caution High leakage current present when operating dual power supplies at 400

to 440 Hz. Connect the chassis to earth ground before connecting to AC power.

• The facility installation shall provide a means for connection to protective earth; and

• Qualified personnel shall install a protective earthing conductor from the chassis
protective earth terminal (# 8 -32 SEMS screw) on the rear to the protective earth
wire in the facility.

Protective earth terminal wiring

Grounding wire 2.1 mm2 (14 AWG)
Ring lug # 8
Protective earth terminal torque 1.13 N

• Chassis Grounding—The chassis requires a connection from the premise wire safety
ground to the chassis ground. The earth safety ground must be connected during use of this
equipment to minimize shock hazards. Refer to the Connecting the Safety Ground section
for instructions on connecting safety ground.

• Live Circuits—Operating personnel and service personnel must not remove protective
covers when operating or servicing the chassis. Adjustments and service to internal
components must be undertaken by qualified service technicians. During service of this

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product, the mains connector to the premise wiring must be disconnected. Dangerous
voltages may be present under certain conditions; use extreme caution.

• Explosive Atmosphere—Do not operate the chassis in conditions where flammable gases are
present. Under such conditions, this equipment is unsafe and may ignite the gases or gas fumes.

• Part Replacement—Only service this equipment with parts that are exact replacements,
both electrically and mechanically. Contact National Instruments for replacement part
information. Installation of parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause
harm to personnel operating the chassis. Furthermore, damage or fire may occur if
replacement parts are unsuitable.

• Modification—Do not modify any part of the chassis from its original condition.
Unsuitable modifications may result in safety hazards.

Chassis Cooling Considerations

The PXIe-1095 Series chassis is designed to operate on a bench or in an instrument rack.
You must adhere to the cooling clearances as outlined in the following section.

Providing Adequate Clearance

The module and power supply exhaust vents for the PXIe-1095 are on the top of the chassis. The
module intake vents are on the rear of the chassis. There are also intake and exhaust vents located
along the sides of the chassis. The vent locations are shown in Figure 2-2, PXIe-1095 Chassis
Vents.

Adequate clearance between the chassis and surrounding equipment, heat generating devices,
and air flow blockages must be maintained to ensure proper cooling. Minimum cooling
clearances are shown in Figure 2-1, PXIe-1095 Chassis Minimum Cooling Clearances.
For rack mount applications adequate forced air ventilation is required. For benchtop
applications additional cooling clearances may be required for optimal air flow and reduced hot
air recirculation to the air inlet fans.

Caution Failure to provide these clearances may result in undesired

thermal-related issues with the chassis or modules.

To aid in thermal health monitoring for either rack or benchtop use you can monitor the chassis
intake temperatures in Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to ensure the temperatures
do not exceed the ratings in the Operating Environment section of the PXIe-1095 Specifications.

Additionally, many PXI modules provide temperature values you can monitor to ensure critical
temperatures are not exceeded. Increasing chassis clearances, ventilation, reducing external
ambient temperatures, and removing nearby heat sources are all options for improving overall
chassis thermal performance.

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Figure 2-1. PXIe-1095 Chassis Minimum Cooling Clearances

44.45 mm
(1.75 in.)

44.45 mm
(1.75 in.)

PS TEMP FANS

USE ONLY COMPATIBLE RACK MOUNT KITS.
COOLING CLEARANCE REQUIRED. SEE MANUAL.

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Figure 2-2. PXIe-1095 Chassis Vents

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1 PXI Module Air Intake (3x)
2 Power Supply Intake (2x)
3 PXI Module Air Exhaust Vent
4 Power Supply Air Exhaust Vent (2x)

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6 Timing and Synchronization Upgrade Air Intake
7 Side Air Intake Vent (Right)/Side Air Exhaust Vent (Left)

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Chassis Ambient Temperature Definition

The chassis fan control system uses ambient intake air temperatures for controlling fan speeds
when in Auto mode. These temperatures may be higher than ambient room temperature
depending on surrounding equipment and/or blockages. Ensure ambient intake temperatures do
not exceed the ratings in the Operating Environment section of the PXIe-1095 Specifications.
The module and side ambient intake temperatures can be monitored in National Instruments
Measurement and Automation Explorer (MAX).

Setting Fan Speed

The PXIe-1095 chassis supports multiple fan operating modes. Refer to the Fan Mode section
for more information.

Power Supply Filler Panel

To maintain proper chassis cooling performance a power supply filler panel must be used when
operating with a single power supply. Refer to Replacing the Power Supply in Chapter 3,
Maintenance for more information.

Installing Filler Panels

To maintain proper module cooling performance, install filler panels (provided with the chassis)
in unused or empty slots. Secure with the captive mounting screws provided.

Installing Slot Blockers

The cooling performance of the chassis can be improved by installing optional slot blockers.
Refer to the National Instruments website at

slotblocker for more information about slot blockers.

ni.com/info and enter the Info Code

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Rack Mounting

Rack mount applications require optional rack mount kits available from National Instruments.
Refer to the instructions supplied with the rack mount kits to install your PXIe-1095 chassis in
an instrument rack.

Note You may want to remove the feet or carrying handle from the PXIe-1095

chassis when rack mounting.

Figure 2-3. PXIe-1095 Rack Mount Kit Components

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1 Front Rack Mount 2 Rear Rack Mount

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Connecting the Safety Ground

Caution The PXIe-1095 chassis are designed with a three-position IEC 60320 C14

inlet for the U.S. that connects the ground line to the chassis ground. For proper
grounding, a suitable cordset must be used to connect this inlet to an appropriate earth
safety ground.

If your power outlet does not have an appropriate ground connection, you must connect the
premise safety ground to the chassis grounding screw located on the rear panel. Refer to
Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis, to locate the chassis grounding screw.
To connect the safety ground, complete the following steps:

1. Connect a 14 AWG (2.1 mm2) wire to the chassis grounding screw (# 8-32 SEMS) using a
grounding lug. The wire must have green insulation with a yellow stripe or must be
noninsulated (bare).

2. Attach the opposite end of the wire to permanent earth ground using toothed washers or a
toothed lug.

Connecting to a Power Source

Cautions Do not install modules prior to performing the following power-on test.

To completely remove power, you must disconnect all power cords.

Attach input power through the rear AC inlet using the appropriate AC power cable supplied.
Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis, to locate the AC inlet.

The Power Inhibit switch allows you to power on the chassis or place it in standby mode.
With an empty chassis in Default Mode, press down the Power Inhibit button and hold it down
for four seconds. Observe that all fans become operational and all three front panel LEDs are a
steady green. Pressing and holding the Power Inhibit button again for four seconds will return
the chassis to standby.

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Installing a PXI Express System Controller

This section contains general installation instructions for installing a PXI Express system
controller in a PXIe-1095 chassis. Refer to your PXI Express system controller user manual for
specific instructions and warnings. To install a system controller, complete the following steps:

1. Connect the AC power source to the PXI Express chassis before installing the system
controller. The AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage
while you install the system controller.

2. Install the system controller into the system controller slot (slot 1, indicated by the red card
guides) by first placing the system controller PCB into the front of the card guides (top
and bottom). Slide the system controller to the rear of the chassis, making sure that the
injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in Figure 2-4.

Figure 2-4. Installing a PXI Express System Controller

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2

3

4

1 System Controller Front Panel Mounting Screws (4x)
2 PXI Express System Controller

3 Injector/Ejector Handle
4 PXIe Chassis

3. When you begin to feel resistance, pull up on the injector/ejector handle to seat the system
controller fully into the chassis frame. Secure the system controller front panel to the
chassis using the system controller front-panel mounting screws.

4. Connect the keyboard, mouse, and monitor to the appropriate connectors. Connect devices
to ports as required by your system configuration.

5. Power on the chassis. Verify that the system controller boots. If the system controller does
not boot, refer to your system controller user manual.

You can place CompactPCI, CompactPCI Express, PXI, or PXI Express modules in other slots
depending on the slot type.

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Installing Peripheral Modules

Caution The PXIe-1095 chassis has been designed to accept a variety of peripheral

module types in different slots. To prevent damage to the chassis, ensure that the
peripheral module is being installed into a slot designed to accept it. Refer to
Chapter 1, Getting Started, for a description of the various slot types.

This section contains general installation instructions for installing a peripheral module in a
PXIe-1095 chassis. Refer to your peripheral module user manual for specific instructions and
warnings. To install a module, complete the following steps:

1. Connect the AC power source to the PXI Express chassis before installing the module. The
AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage while you install
the module.

2. Ensure that the chassis is powered off.

3. Install a module into a chassis slot by first placing the module card PCB into the front of
the card guides (top and bottom), as shown in Figure 2-5. Slide the module to the rear of
the chassis, making sure that the injector/ejector handle is pushed down as shown in
Figure 2-5.

4. When you begin to feel resistance, push up on the injector/ejector handle to fully seat the
module into the chassis frame. Secure the module front panel to the chassis using the
module front-panel mounting screws.

Figure 2-5. Installing PXI, PXI Express, or CompactPCI Peripheral Modules

1 Injector/Ejector Handle
2 PXI Peripheral Module
3 Peripheral Module Front Panel Mounting Screws (2x)

4 PXIe Chassis
5 Injector/Ejector Rail

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PS TEMP FANS

LED Indicators

Figure 2-6 shows the front panel LEDs. Table 2-1 describes the front panel LED states. Refer to
Figure 1-1, Front View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis for LED locations.

Figure 2-6. Front Panel LEDs

1 Power Supply LED 2 Temperature LED 3Fan LED

Table 2-1. Front Panel LED States

LED State Description

Power Supply LED Off Chassis is powered off.

Steady green Chassis power supply or supplies are active, and

operating normally.

Blinking red In a redundant power setup, one power supply has failed.

Temperature LED Off Chassis is powered off.

Fan LED Off Chassis is powered off.

All LEDs Blinking red An internal chassis fault has occurred.

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Steady red The chassis power supply or supplies have failed.

Steady green Intake or exhaust temperature is within chassis

operating range.

Steady red Intake or exhaust temperature is outside of chassis

operating range.

Steady green All chassis fans are enabled and operating normally.

Steady red One or more chassis fans have failed.

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Each power supply has a single LED that indicates the health of that supply. Table 2-2 describes
the rear panel LED states. Refer to Figure 1-2, Rear View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis for LED
location.

Table 2-2. Rear Power Supply LED States

State Description

Off Power supply is unplugged or in standby.

Steady green Main power is active and supply is operating normally.

Blinking red Power supply is operating outside of specification.

Steady red Power supply has failed.

DIP Switches

The backplane has a DIP switch that may be used to control chassis behavior. Refer to
Figure 1-1, Front View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis for the backplane DIP switch location.

DIP switch #1 (first from the bottom) controls the chassis fan mode. When this switch is in the
off (right) position, Auto mode is selected. When this switch is in the on (left) position,
High mode is selected.

DIP switch #2 (second from the bottom) controls the chassis Inhibit Mode. When this switch is
in the off (right) position, Default mode is selected. When this switch is in the on (left) position,
Manual mode is selected.

Figure 2-7. Backplane DIP Switches

1 Switch #1 (Fan) 2 Switch #2 (PWR) 3 Switch #3 (NC) Switch #4 (NC)

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Table 2-3. DIP Switch States

Location Switch State Description

1 FAN Off (Right) Set chassis fan mode to Auto. Refer to the

Fan Mode section for information.

On (Left) Set chassis fan mode to High.

2 PWR Off (Right) Set chassis inhibit mode to Default. Refer to

the Inhibit Mode section for information.

On (Left) Set chassis inhibit mode to Manual.

3 NC — —

4 NC — —

Inhibit Mode

The PXIe-1095 chassis supports operation in two inhibit modes. Default mode is used when
normal power inhibit button functionality is desired. In Default mode, when a system controller is
installed in Slot 1 of the chassis, the user can press the power inhibit button to power on the chassis.

Note In Default mode, you can also power on the chassis without a system

controller installed in slot 1. To power on the chassis from standby, press and hold the
power inhibit button for 4 seconds. To power off the chassis, again press and hold the
power inhibit button for 4 seconds.

Manual mode is used when you would like to manually control the inhibit state of the chassis.
In Manual mode, driving the Remote Inhibit signal high or floating it will cause the chassis to
be powered on. Driving the Remote Inhibit signal low or shorting it to ground will cause main
power to be inhibited.

Note The Timing and Synchronization upgrade is required for access to the Remote

Inhibit signal. Without this upgrade, a chassis in Manual mode will always be
powered on when AC power is connected.

Inhibit Mode Selection

The chassis Inhibit Mode on the PXIe-1095 chassis is selected using a DIP switch on the
backplane. Refer to the DIP Switches section for more information about the DIP switch.
Refer to Figure 1-1, Front View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis for the location of this switch.

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Fan Mode

The PXIe-1095 chassis operates in two main fan modes.

In Auto mode, the speed of the chassis fans is determined by chassis intake air temperature.
Select Auto mode for improved acoustic performance.

In High mode, the speed of the chassis fans is fixed at high speed regardless of chassis intake
air temperature. Select High mode for maximum cooling performance.

Cooling Profiles

Both fan modes are available within the 38 W and 58 W cooling profiles.

• 38 W cooling profile—Supports NI modules up to 38 W max power dissipation

•58 W cooling profile—Supports NI modules up to 58 W max power dissipation

Fan Mode Selection

The chassis fan mode can be selected using Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX). Refer
to the Fan Configuration in MAX section for more information.

Alternatively, the fan mode on the PXIe-1095 chassis is selected using a DIP switch on the
backplane. Refer to the DIP Switches section for more information about the DIP switch.
Refer to Figure 1-1, Front View of the PXIe-1095 Chassis for the location of this switch.

Note The DIP switch must be in the Auto position for software configuration in

MAX to work. If the DIP switch is in the High position, the chassis Fan Mode will
be High regardless of the software setting.

PXI Express System Configuration with MAX

The PXI Platform Services software included with your chassis automatically identifies your
PXI Express system components to generate a pxiesys.ini file. You can configure your
entire PXI system and identify PXI-1 chassis through Measurement & Automation Explorer
(MAX), included with your system controller. PXI Platform Services creates the
and pxisys.ini file, which define your PXI system parameters.

Note The configuration steps for single or multiple-chassis systems are the same.

MAX provides the following chassis information:

• Asset information, such as serial number or part number

• Chassis number

• Voltages, temperatures, and fan speeds

• Fan and cooling settings

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• Number and type of power supplies

• Slot details

• Chassis self-test

• Firmware Update

Figure 2-8. Chassis Settings in MAX

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Trigger Configuration in MAX

PXI Platform Services provides an interface to route and reserve triggers so dynamic routing,
through drivers such as DAQmx, avoids double-driving and potentially damaging trigger lines.
For more information about routing and reserving PXI triggers, refer to KnowledgeBase
3TJDOND8 at

Each chassis has one or more trigger buses, each with eight lines numbered 0 through 7 that can
be reserved and routed statically or dynamically. Static reservation pre-allocates a trigger line
to prevent its configuration by a user program. Dynamic reservation/routing/deallocation is on
the fly within a user program based upon National Instruments APIs such as NI-DAQmx.
NI recommends dynamic reservations and routing are used whenever possible. If static
reservations are required, static reservation of trigger lines can be implemented by the user in
MAX through the Triggers tab. Reserved trigger lines will not be used by PXI modules
dynamically configured by programs such as NI-DAQmx. This prevents the instruments from
double-driving the trigger lines, possibly damaging devices in the chassis. In the default
configuration, trigger lines on each bus are independent. For example, if trigger line 3 is asserted
on trigger bus 0, by default it will not be automatically asserted on any other trigger bus.

Complete the following steps to reserve these trigger lines in MAX.

1. In the Configuration tree, click on the PXI chassis branch you want to configure.

2. Then, in the right-hand pane, toward the bottom, click on the Triggers tab.

3. Select which trigger lines you would like to statically reserve.

4. Click the Save button.

ni.com/support.

Figure 2-9. Trigger Configuration in MAX

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PXI Trigger Bus Routing

Some National Instruments chassis, including the PXIe-1095, have the capability to route
triggers from one bus to others within the same chassis using the Trigger Routing tab in MAX,
as shown in Figure 2-9.

Note Selecting any non-disabled routing automatically reserves the line in all

trigger buses being routed to. If you are using NI-DAQmx, it will reserve and route
trigger lines for you, so you won’t have to route trigger lines manually.

Complete the following steps to configure trigger routings in MAX.

1. In the Configuration tree, select the chassis in which you want to route trigger lines.

2. In the right-hand pane, select the Trigger Routing tab near the bottom.

3. For each trigger line, select Away from Bus 1, Away from Bus 2, or Away from Bus 3 to
route triggers on that line in the described direction, or select Dynamic for the default
behavior with no manual routing.

4. Click the Save button.

Fan Configuration in MAX

You can configure fan behavior using software settings in MAX.

The PXIe-1095 supports both Auto and High fan modes for both the 38 W and 58 W cooling
profiles. Refer to the Fan Mode section for more information on these modes.

The user may also select a Manual fan mode. In this mode, the user may manually set the fan
speeds to achieve the desired performance.

Note You may not set the fan speeds or power settings lower than the minimum

level required to maintain required cooling levels.

Complete the following steps to change the fan settings in MAX.

1. In the Configuration tree, click on the PXI chassis you want to configure.

2. In the right-hand pane, click on the Settings tab.

3. In the Fans group, select the desired Mode and Cooling Profile using the drop-down
menus.

4. Click the Save button. Shortly after clicking the Save button, you should see the fan speeds
change.

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Using System Configuration and Initialization Files

The PXI Express specification allows many combinations of PXI Express chassis and system
modules. To assist system integrators, the manufacturers of PXI Express chassis and system
modules must document the capabilities of their products. The minimum documentation
requirements are contained in
configuration utilities, and device drivers can use these

The capability documentation for the PXIe-1095 chassis is contained in the chassis.ini file
on the software media that comes with the chassis. The information in this file is combined with
information about the system controller to create a single system initialization file called

pxisys.ini (PXI System Initialization). The system controller manufacturer either provides

a pxisys.ini file for the particular chassis model that contains the system controller or
provides a utility that can read an arbitrary

pxisys.ini file. System controllers from NI provide the pxisys.ini file for the PXIe-1095

chassis, so you should not need to use the chassis.ini file. Refer to the documentation
provided with the system controller or to

pxisys.ini and chassis.ini files.

Device drivers and other utility software read the pxisys.ini file to obtain system
information. The device drivers should have no need to directly read the
detailed information regarding initialization files, refer to the PXI Express specification at

www.pxisa.org.

.ini files, which consist of ASCII text. System integrators,

.ini files.

chassis.ini file and generate the corresponding

ni.com/support for more information on

chassis.ini file. For

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Maintenance

This chapter describes basic maintenance procedures you can perform on the PXIe-1095 chassis.

Caution Disconnect all power cables prior to servicing a PXIe-1095 chassis.

Service Interval

Clean dust from the chassis exterior (and interior) as needed, based on the operating
environment. Periodic cleaning increases reliability.

Preparation

The information in this section is designed for use by qualified service personnel. Read the Read
Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document included with your kit before

attempting any procedures in this chapter.

Caution Many components within the chassis are susceptible to static discharge

damage. Service the chassis only in a static-free environment. Observe standard
handling precautions for static-sensitive devices while servicing the chassis. Always
wear a grounded wrist strap or equivalent while servicing the chassis.

Cleaning

Cleaning procedures consist of exterior and interior cleaning of the chassis. Refer to your
module user documentation for information on cleaning the individual CompactPCI or
PXI Express modules.

Caution Always disconnect the AC power cables before cleaning or servicing the

chassis.

Interior Cleaning

Use a dry, low-velocity stream of air to clean the interior of the chassis. Use a soft-bristle brush
for cleaning around components.

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Exterior Cleaning

Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a soft-bristle brush. If any
dirt remains, wipe with a cloth moistened in a mild soap solution. Remove any soap residue by
wiping with a cloth moistened with clear water. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of
the chassis.

Cautions Avoid getting moisture inside the chassis during exterior cleaning,

especially through the top vents. Use just enough moisture to dampen the cloth.

Do not wash the front- or rear-panel connectors or switches. Cover these components
while cleaning the chassis.

Do not use harsh chemical cleaning agents; they may damage the chassis. Avoid
chemicals that contain benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or similar solvents.

Replacing the Power Supply

This section describes how to remove, configure, and install the AC power supply in the
PXIe-1095 chassis.

Caution Disconnect the power cable and wait 30 seconds prior to removing the

power supply.

Before connecting the power supply to a power source, read this section and the Read Me First:
Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility document included with the kit.

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Removal

The PXIe-1095 power supply is a replacement part for the PXIe-1095 chassis. Before attempting
to replace the power supply, verify that there is adequate clearance behind the chassis.
Disconnect the power cables from the power supplies on the back of the chassis, or, if operating
in redundant mode and you wish to replace a single supply, only disconnect the power cable to
the supply being replaced. If operating in redundant power mode, wait at least 30 seconds for the
supply's internal power to dissipate. Identify the two #6-32 mounting screws that attach the
power supply to the chassis. Refer to Figure 3-1, Removing PXIe-1095 Power Supply, for the
screw locations. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the screws. Pull on the rear handle of the
power supply to remove it from the back of the chassis, as shown in Figure 3-1.

Figure 3-1. Removing PXIe-1095 Power Supply

1 Power Supply
2 Power Supply Screws (2x)

3 PXIe-1095 Chassis

Installation

Note The power supply should be disconnected from AC power for at least

30 seconds before it is installed in the chassis.

Ensure that there is no visible damage to the new power supply. Verify that the housing and
connector on the new power supply have no foreign material inside. Install the new power
supply into the chassis in the reverse order of removal. Replace and tighten two #6-32 screws
with a Phillips screwdriver. Connect the AC inlet power cable.

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To meet the Shock and Vibration specifications listed in the PXIe-1095 Specifications, tighten
screws to 11.5 in · lb (1.3 N · m) of torque.

Connecting Safety Ground

Refer to the Connecting the Safety Ground section of Chapter 2, Installation and Configuration.

Connecting to Power Source

Refer to the Connecting to a Power Source section of Chapter 2, Installation and Configuration.

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Installing Replacement Fan Assemblies

This section describes how to remove and install fan assemblies in the PXIe-1095 chassis.

Caution Disconnect all power cables and wait at least 30 seconds prior to replacing

fan assemblies.

Replacing the PXI Module Fan Assembly

Before attempting to replace the rear module fan assembly, verify that there is adequate
clearance behind the chassis. Disconnect all power cables from the power supplies on the back
of the chassis. Wait at least 30 seconds for the supplies’ internal power to dissipate.

Follow these steps to remove the fan assembly:

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the eight #6-32 mounting screws and #8-32 ground
screw that attach the fan panel to the chassis.

2. Remove rear chassis feet.

3. With internal fan harness still connected, carefully pull and rotate fan assembly from rear
cavity of chassis. Use caution when removing the fan assembly to avoid damaging the fan
wire harness.

4. Disconnect fan harness from the internal chassis receptacle as shown in Figure 3-3.

Follow these steps to install a new fan assembly:

1. Angle the fan assembly to install the fan harness plug into the internal chassis receptacle.
Use care to avoid damaging the fan harness or receptacle.

2. Connect the internal fan harness and install fan assembly into rear cavity of chassis as
shown in Figure 3-3, Internal Fan Harness. Use caution when installing the fan panel
assembly to avoid pinching or damaging the wire harness.

3. Replace chassis feet.

4. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the eight #6-32 mounting screws and #8-32 ground
screw into the rear of the chassis. To meet Shock and Vibration specifications listed in the
PXIe-1095 Specifications, tighten screws to 11.5 in · lb (1.3 N · m) of torque.

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Figure 3-2. Replacing Rear Fan Module

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2 PXIe-1095 Chassis
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4 Rear Chassis Feet (2x)
5 Mounting Screws (8x)

Figure 3-3. Internal Fan Harness

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Replacing the Side Fan Assembly

Before attempting to replace the side fan assembly, verify that there is adequate clearance to the
side of the chassis. Disconnect all power cables from the power supplies on the back of the
chassis. Wait at least 30 seconds for the power supplies’ internal power to dissipate.

Complete the following steps to remove the side fan assembly:

1. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four mounting screws that attach the side fan
cover.

2. Remove side fan cover from chassis.

3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two mounting screws that hold the side fan
assembly onto the chassis.

4. Locate side fan assembly harness in internal chassis cavity and disconnect the fan from the
chassis receptacle. Use caution when removing the fan assembly to avoid damaging the
internal wire harness.

5. Pull side fan assembly straight from chassis and remove.

Complete the following steps to install a new side fan assembly.

1. Plug side fan assembly plug into internal chassis fan receptacle.

2. Set side fan assembly into chassis side fan cavity. Use caution when placing wire harness
into chassis to avoid damaging the internal or fan wire harness.

3. Using a Phillips screwdriver, hand tighten two side assembly mounting screws. Use the side
fan cutout to pull clear extra cable from chassis side panels to prevent pinching.

4. Place all extra cable into chassis side fan cavity.

5. Using a Phillips screwdriver, tighten the four side fan cover mounting screws to the chassis.
To meet Shock and Vibration specifications listed in the PXIe-1095 Specifications, tighten
screws to 6.7 in · lb (0.8 N · m) of torque.

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Figure 3-4. Replacing Side Fan Assembly

1

2

3

4

1 Chassis Side Fan Cavity
2 Side Fan Assembly

3 Side Fan Cover
4 Side Fan Cover Mounting Screws (4x)

Pinouts

This appendix describes the connector pinouts for the PXIe-1095 chassis backplane.

Table A-1 shows the XP1 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.

Table A-2 shows the XP2 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.

Table A-3 shows the XP3 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.

Table A-4 shows the XP4 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.

Table A-5 shows the TP1 Connector Pinout for the System Controller slot.

Table A-6 shows the TP2 Connector Pinout for the System Timing slot.

Table A-7 shows the XP3 Connector Pinout for the System Timing slot.

Table A-8 shows the XP4 Connector Pinout for the System Timing slot.

Table A-9 shows the P1 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid peripheral slots.

Table A-10 shows the XP3 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid peripheral slots.

Table A-11 shows the XP4 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid peripheral slots.

A

For more detailed information, refer to the PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification,
Revision 2.0. Contact the PXI Systems Alliance for a copy of the specification.

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Appendix A Pinouts

System Controller Slot Pinouts

Table A-1. XP1 Connector Pinout for the System Controller Slot

Pins Signals

A GND

B 12V

C 12V

D GND

E 5V

F 3.3V

G GND

Table A-2. XP2 Connector Pinout for the System Controller Slot

Pin A B ab C D cd E F ef

1 2PETp1 2PETn1 GND 2PERp1 2PERn1 GND 2PETp2 2PETn2 GND

2 2PETp3 2PETn3 GND 2PERp3 2PERn3 GND 2PERp2 2PERn2 GND

3 2PETp4 2PETn4 GND 2PERp4 2PERn4 GND 2PETp5 2PETn5 GND

4 2PETp6 2PETn6 GND 2PERp6 2PERn6 GND 2PERp5 2PERn5 GND

5 2PETp7 2PETn7 GND 2PERp7 2PERn7 GND 2PETp8 2PETn8 GND

6 2PETp9 2PETn9 GND 2PERp9 2PERn9 GND 2PERp8 2PERn8 GND

7 2PETp10 2PETn10 GND 2PERp10 2PERn10 GND 2PETp11 2PETn11 GND

8 2PETp12 2PETn12 GND 2PERp12 2PERn12 GND 2PERp11 2PERn11 GND

9 2PETp13 2PETn13 GND 2PERp13 2PERn13 GND 2PETp14 2PETn14 GND

10 2PETp15 2PETn15 GND 2PERp15 2PERn15 GND 2PERp14 2PERn14 GND

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Table A-3. XP3 Connector Pinout for the System Controller Slot

Pin A B ab C D cd E F ef

1 RSV RSV GND RSV RSV GND RSV RSV GND

2 RSV RSV GND PWR_OK PS_ON# GND LINKCAP PWRBTN# GND

3 SMBDAT SMBCLK GND RSVD RSVD GND RSVD RSVD GND

4 RSV PERST# GND 2RefClk+ 2RefClk- GND 1RefClk+ 1RefClk- GND

5 1PETp0 1PETn0 GND 1PERp0 1PERn0 GND 1PETp1 1PETn1 GND

6 1PETp2 1PETn2 GND 1PERp2 1PERn2 GND 1PERp1 1PERn1 GND

7 1PETp3 1PETn3 GND 1PERp3 1PERn3 GND 1PETp4 1PETn4 GND

8 1PETp5 1PETn5 GND 1PERp5 1PERn5 GND 1PERp4 1PERn4 GND

9 1PETp6 1PETn6 GND 1PERp6 1PERn6 GND 1PETp7 1PETn7 GND

10 2PETp0 2PETn0 GND 2PERp0 2PERn0 GND 1PERp7 1PERn7 GND

Table A-4. XP4 Connector Pinout for the System Controller Slot

Pin Z A B C D E F

1 GND GA4 GA3 GA2 GA1 GA0 GND

2 GND 5Vaux GND SYSEN# WA K E # ALERT# GND

3 GND RSV RSV RSV RSV RSV GND

4 GND RSV RSV RSV RSV RSV GND

5 GND PXI_TRIG3 PXI_TRIG4 PXI_TRIG5 GND PXI_TRIG6 GND

6 GND PXI_TRIG2 GND RSV PXI_STAR PXI_CLK10 GND

7 GND PXI_TRIG1 PXI_TRIG0 RSV GND PXI_TRIG7 GND

8 GND RSV GND RSV RSV PXI_LBR6 GND

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System Timing Slot Pinouts

Table A-5. TP1 Connector Pinout for the System Timing Slot

Pin A B ab C D cd E F ef

1 PXIe_DSTARA3+ PXIe_DSTARA3- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

2 PXIe_DSTARC4+ PXIe_DSTARC4- GND PXI_STAR12 PXI_STAR13 GND NC NC GND

3 PXIe_DSTARB4+ PXIe_DSTARB4- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

4 PXIe_DSTARA4+ PXIe_DSTARA4- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

5 PXIe_DSTARC5+ PXIe_DSTARC5- GND PXI_STAR14 PXI_STAR15 GND NC NC GND

6 PXIe_DSTARB5+ PXIe_DSTARB5- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

7 PXIe_DSTARA5+ PXIe_DSTARA5- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

8 PXIe_DSTARC6+ PXIe_DSTARC6- GND PXI_STAR16 RSV GND NC NC GND

9 PXIe_DSTARB6+ PXIe_DSTARB6- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

10 PXIe_DSTARA6+ PXIe_DSTARA6- GND NC NC GND NC NC GND

Appendix A Pinouts

Table A-6. TP2 Connector Pinout for the System Timing Slot

Pin A B ab C D cd E F ef

1 NC NC GND PXIe_DSTARC8+ PXIe_DSTARC8- GND PXIe_DSTARB8+ PXIe_DSTARB8- GND

2 NC NC GND NC NC GND PXIe_DSTARA8+ PXIe_DSTARA8- GND

3 NC NC GND PXIe_DSTARC1+ PXIe_DSTARC1- GND NC NC GND

4 PXIe_DSTARB1+ PXIe_DSTARB1- GND PXI_STAR0 PXI_STAR1 GND NC NC GND

5 PXIe_DSTARA1+ PXIe_DSTARA1- GND PXI_STAR2 PXI_STAR3 GND NC NC GND

6 PXIe_DSTARC2+ PXIe_DSTARC2- GND PXI_STAR4 PXI_STAR5 GND NC NC GND

7 PXIe_DSTARB2+ PXIe_DSTARB2- GND PXI_STAR6 PXI_STAR7 GND NC NC GND

8 PXIe_DSTARA2+ PXIe_DSTARA2- GND PXI_STAR8 PXI_STAR9 GND PXIe_DSTARC11+ PXIe_DSTARC11- GND

9 PXIe_DSTARC3+ PXIe_DSTARC3- GND PXI_STAR10 PXI_STAR11 GND PXIe_DSTARA11+ PXIe_DSTARA11- GND

10 PXIe_DSTARB3+ PXIe_DSTARB3- GND NC NC GND PXIe_DSTARB11+ PXIe_DSTARB11- GND

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Pin A B ab C D cd E F ef

1 PXIe_CLK100+ PXIe_CLK100- GND PXIe_SYNC100+ PXIe_SYNC100- GND PXIe_DSTARC+ PXIe_DSTARC- GND

2 PRSNT# PWREN# GND PXIe_DSTARB+ PXIe_DSTARB- GND PXIe_DSTARA+ PXIe_DSTARA- GND

3 SMBDAT SMBCLK GND RSV RSV GND RSV RSV GND

4 MPWRGD* PERST# GND RSV RSV GND 1RefClk+ 1RefClk- GND

5 1PETp0 1PETn0 GND 1PERp0 1PERn0 GND 1PETp1 1PETn1 GND

6 1PETp2 1PETn2 GND 1PERp2 1PERn2 GND 1PERp1 1PERn1 GND

7 1PETp3 1PETn3 GND 1PERp3 1PERn3 GND 1PETp4 1PETn4 GND

8 1PETp5 1PETn5 GND 1PERp5 1PERn5 GND 1PERp4 1PERn4 GND

9 1PETp6 1PETn6 GND 1PERp6 1PERn6 GND 1PETp7 1PETn7 GND

10 RSV RSV GND RSV RSV GND 1PERp7 1PERn7 GND

Table A-7. XP3 Connector Pinout for the System Timing Slot

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Table A-8. XP4 Connector Pinout for the System Timing Slot

Pin Z A B C D E F

1 GN D GA4 GA3 GA2 GA1 GA0 GND

2 GN D 5Vaux GND SYSEN# WAKE# ALERT# GND

3 GN D 12V 12V GND GND GND GND

4 GN D GND GND 3.3V 3.3V 3.3V GND

5 GN D PXI_TRIG3 PXI_TRIG4 PXI_TRIG5 GND PX I_TRIG6 GND

6 GN D PXI_TRIG2 GND ATNLED PXI_CLK10_IN PXI_CLK10 GND

7 GN D PXI_TRIG1 PXI_TRIG0 AT N SW # GND PXI_TRIG7 GND

8 GN D PXIe_SYNC_CTRL GND RSV PXI_LBL6 PXI_LBR6 GND

Hybrid Slot Pinouts

Table A-9. P1 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid Slot

Pin Z A B C D E F

25 GND 5V REQ64# ENUM# 3.3V 5V GND

24 GND AD[1] 5V V(I/O) AD[0] ACK64# GND

23 GND 3.3V AD[4] AD[3] 5V AD[2] GND

22 GND AD[7] GND 3.3V AD[6] AD[5] GND

21 GND 3.3V AD[9] AD[8] M66EN C/BE[0]# GND

20 GND AD[12] GND V(I/O) AD[11] AD[10] GND

19 GND 3.3V AD[15] AD[14] GND AD[13] GND

18 GND SERR# GND 3.3V PA R C/BE[1]# GND

17 GND 3.3V IPMB_SCL IPMB_SDA GND PERR# GND

16 GND DEVSEL# GND V(I/O) STOP# LOCK# GND

15 GND 3.3V FRAME# IRDY# BD_SEL# TRDY# GND

12 to 14 Key Area

11 GND AD[18] AD[17] AD[16] GND C/BE[2]# GND

10 GND AD[21] GND 3.3V AD[20] AD[19] GND

9 GND C/BE[3]# IDSEL AD[23] GND AD[22] GND

8 GND AD[26] GND V(I/O) AD[25] AD[24] GND

7 GND AD[30] AD[29] AD[28] GND AD[27] GND

6 GND REQ# GND 3.3V CLK AD[31] GND

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Table A-9. P1 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid Slot (Continued)

Pin Z A B C D E F

5 GND BRSVP1A5 BRSVP1B5 RST# GND GNT# GND

4 GND IPMB_PWR HEALTHY# V(I/O) INTP INTS GND

3 GND INTA# INTB# INTC# 5V INTD# GND

2 GND TCK 5V TMS TDO TDI GND

1 GND 5V -12V TRST# +12V 5V GND

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Table A-10. XP3 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid Slot

Pin A B ab C D cd E F ef

1 PXIe_CLK100+ PXIe_CLK100- GND PXIe_SYNC100+ PXIe_SYNC100- GND PXIe_DSTARC+ PXIe_DSTARC- GND

2 PRSNT# PWREN# GND PXIe_DSTARB+ PXIe_DSTARB- GND PXIe_DSTARA+ PXIe_DSTARA- GND

3 SMBDAT SMBCLK GND RSV RSV GND RSV RSV GND

4 MPWRGD* PERST# GND RSV RSV GND 1RefClk+ 1RefClk- GND

5 1PETp0 1PETn0 GND 1PERp0 1PERn0 GND 1PETp1 1PETn1 GND

6 1PETp2 1PETn2 GND 1PERp2 1PERn2 GND 1PERp1 1PERn1 GND

7 1PETp3 1PETn3 GND 1PERp3 1PERn3 GND 1PETp4 1PETn4 GND

8 1PETp5 1PETn5 GND 1PERp5 1PERn5 GND 1PERp4 1PERn4 GND

9 1PETp6 1PETn6 GND 1PERp6 1PERn6 GND 1PETp7 1PETn7 GND

10 RSV RSV GND RSV RSV GND 1PERp7 1PERn7 GND

Table A-11. XP4 Connector Pinout for the Hybrid Slot

Pin Z A B C D E F

1 GND GA4 GA3 GA2 GA1 GA0 GND

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2 GND 5Vaux GND SYSEN# WAKE# ALERT# GND

3 GND 12V 12V GND GND GND GND

4 GND GND GND 3.3V 3.3V 3.3V GND

5 GND PXI_TRIG3 PXI_TRIG4 PXI_TRIG5 GND PXI_TRIG6 GND

6 GND PXI_TRIG2 GND ATN L E D PXI_STAR PXI_CLK10 GND

7 GND PXI_TRIG1 PXI_TRIG0 AT N S W # GND PXI_TRIG7 GND

8 GND RSV GND RSV PXI_LBL6 PXI_LBR6 GND

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Glossary

Symbol Prefix Value

ppico10

nnano10

µmicro10

m milli 10

k kilo 10

Mmega10

Ggiga10

Ttera10

Symbols

°Degrees.

≥ Equal or greater than.

≤ Equal or less than.

-12

-9

-6

-3

3

6

9

12

% Percent.

A

AAmperes.

AC Alternating current.

ANSI American National Standards Institute.

Auto Automatic fan speed control.

AWG American Wire Gauge.

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B

backplane An assembly, typically a printed circuit board, with connectors and

signal paths that bus the connector pins.

C

C Celsius.

cfm Cubic feet per minute.

CFR Code of Federal Regulations.

cm Centimeters.

CompactPCI An adaptation of the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI)

Specification 2.1 or later for industrial and/or embedded applications
requiring a more robust mechanical form factor than desktop PCI. It
uses industry standard mechanical components and high-performance
connector technologies to provide an optimized system intended for
rugged applications. It is electrically compatible with the PCI
Specification, which enables low-cost PCI components to be utilized
in a mechanical form factor suited for rugged environments.

CSA Canadian Standards Association.

D

daisy-chain A method of propagating signals along a bus, in which the devices are

prioritized on the basis of their position on the bus.

DC Direct current.

DoC Declaration of Conformity.

E

efficiency Ratio of output power to input power, expressed as a percentage.

EIA Electronic Industries Association.

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EMC Electromagnetic Compatibility.

EMI Electromagnetic Interference.

F

FCC Federal Communications Commission.

filler panel A blank module front panel used to fill empty slots in the chassis.

G

g (1) grams; (2) a measure of acceleration equal to 9.8 m/s2.

GPIB General Purpose Interface Bus (IEEE 488).

g

RMS

A measure of random vibration. The root mean square of acceleration
levels in a random vibration test profile.

H

hr Hours.

Hz Hertz; cycles per second.

I

IEC International Electrotechnical Commission; an organization that sets

international electrical and electronics standards.

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

I

MP

in. Inches.

inhibit To turn off.

Mainframe peak current.

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J

jitter A measure of the small, rapid variations in clock transition times from

their nominal regular intervals. Units: seconds RMS.

K

kg Kilograms.

km Kilometers.

L

lb Pounds.

LED Light emitting diode.

line regulation The maximum steady-state percentage that a DC voltage output will

change as a result of a specified change in input AC voltage (step
change from 90 to 132 VAC or 180 to 264 VAC).

load regulation The maximum steady-state percentage that a DC voltage output will

change as a result of a step change from no-load to full-load output
current.

M

m Meters.

MHz Megahertz. One million Hertz; one Hertz equals one cycle per second.

mi Miles.

ms Milliseconds.

MTBF Mean time between failure.

MTTR Mean time to repair.

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N

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association.

NI National Instruments.

P

power supply shuttle A removable module that contains the chassis power supply.

PXI PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation.

PXI_CLK10 10 MHz PXI system reference clock.

R

RH Relative humidity.

RMS Root mean square.

S

s Seconds.

skew Deviation in signal transmission times.

slot blocker An assembly installed into an empty slot to improve the airflow in

adjacent slots.

SMA SubMiniature version A connector; a commonly used coaxial

connector.

standby The backplane is unpowered (off), but the chassis is still connected to

AC power mains.

System controller A module configured for installation in Slot 1of a PXI chassis. This

device is unique in the PXI system in that it performs the system
controller functions, including clock sourcing and arbitration for data
transfers across the backplane. Installing such a device into any other
slot can damage the device, the PXI backplane, or both.

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Glossary

system reference
clock

System Timing slot This slot is located at slot 4 and has dedicated trigger lines to other

A 10 MHz clock, also called PXI_CLK10, that is distributed to all
peripheral slots in the chassis, as well as a BNC connector on the rear
of chassis labeled 10 MHz REF OUT. The system reference clock can
be used for synchronization of multiple modules in a measurement or
control system. The 10 MHz REF IN and OUT BNC connectors on the
rear of the chassis can be used to synchronize multiple chassis to
one reference clock. The PXI backplane specification defines
implementation guidelines for PXI_CLK10.

slots.

T

TTL Transistor-transistor logic.

U

UL Underwriter’s Laboratories.

V

V Volts.

VAC Volts alternating current.

V

pp

Peak-to-peak voltage.

W

W Watts.

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Index

A

AC power cables (table), 1-2

B

backplane

hybrid peripheral slots, 1-7
interoperability with CompactPCI, 1-5
overview, 1-5
PXI local bus, routing, 1-9
system controller slot, 1-6
system reference clock, 1-10
system timing slot, 1-8
trigger bus, 1-9

C

cables, power (table), 1-2
chassis ambient temperature definitions, 2-5
chassis cooling considerations

ambient temperature definitions, 2-5

clearances, 2-2
chassis initialization file, 2-17
clearances for chassis cooling, 2-2
CompactPCI

interoperability with PXIe-1095

backplane, 1-5

configuration. See installation, configuration,

and operation

cooling

filler panel installation, 2-5

slot blocker installation, 2-5

E

EMC filler panel kit, 1-5

H

hybrid peripheral slots, description, 1-7
hybrid slot pinouts

P1 connector (table), A-7
XP3 connector (table), A-9
XP4 connector (table), A-9

I

IEC 320 inlet, 2-7
installation, configuration, and operation

chassis initialization file, 2-17
connecting safety ground, 2-6
filler panel installation, 2-5
installing a PXI Express system

controller, 2-7
peripheral module installation, 2-9
PXI Express configuration in MAX,

2-13
rack mounting, 2-5
site considerations, 2-2
slot blocker installation, 2-5
testing power up, 2-7
unpacking the PXIe-1095, 1-1

interoperability with CompactPCI, 1-5

K

key features, 1-2
kit contents, 1-1

L

LED indicators, 2-10

front panel LED states (table), 2-10,

2-11, 2-12

F

fan module, replacing, 1-5
filler panel installation, 2-5

G

ground, connecting, 2-6

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M

maintenance of PXIe-1095 chassis, 3-1

cleaning

exterior cleaning, 3-2

interior cleaning, 3-1
preparation, 3-1
service interval, 3-1
static discharge damage (caution), 3-1

O

optional equipment, 1-5

P

peripheral module installation, 2-9
pinouts, A-1
power cables (table), 1-2
power supply

connecting to, 2-7
replacement, 1-5
replacing, 3-2

connecting safety ground, 3-3

connecting to power source, 3-3

installation, 3-3

removal, 3-2

power up, testing, 2-7
PXI Express configuration in MAX, 2-13
PXI Express system controller, 2-7
PXI local bus, routing, 1-9
PXIe-1095 backplane

hybrid peripheral slots, 1-7
interoperability with CompactPCI, 1-5
overview, 1-5
PXI local bus, routing, 1-9
system controller slot, 1-6
system reference clock, 1-10
system timing slot, 1-8
trigger bus, 1-9

PXIe-1095 chassis

installation. See installation,

configuration, and operation

key features, 1-2

maintenance. See maintenance of

PXIe-1095 chassis
optional equipment, 1-5
rack mounting, 2-5
safety ground, connecting, 2-6
unpacking, 1-1

R

rack mounting, 2-5

kit, 1-5

replacement power supply, 1-5
replacing the power supply, 3-2

S

safety and caution notices, 2-1
safety ground, connecting, 2-6
service interval, 3-1
slot blocker

installation, 2-5
kit, 1-5

static discharge damage (caution), 3-1
system controller slot

description, 1-6
pinouts

XP1 connector (table), A-2
XP2 connector (table), A-2
XP3 connector (table), A-3

XP4 connector (table), A-3
system reference clock, 1-10
system timing slot

description, 1-8
pinouts

TP1 connector (table), A-4

TP2 connector (table), A-5

XP3 connector (table), A-6

XP4 connector (table), A-7

T

testing power up, 2-7
trigger bus, 1-9

U

unpacking the PXIe-1095 chassis, 1-1

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