Components of a PXIe-5841 System

PXIe-5841 is designed for use in a system that may require hardware, drivers, and software to optimize PXIe-5841 for your application. Use the minimum required PXIe-5841 system components as a starting point for building your system.

Table 3. Minimum Required PXIe-5841 System Components
Component Description and Recommendations
PXI Chassis

A PXI chassis houses the PXIe-5841 and supplies power for PXIe-5841 functions.
PXI Controller or PXI Remote Control Module

You can install a PXI controller or a PXI remote control (MXI) module depending on your system requirements. These components, installed in the same PXI chassis as the PXIe-5841, interface with the instrument using NI device drivers.
VST

Your VST instrument.
Cables and Accessories

Cables and accessories allow connectivity to/from your instrument for measurements. Refer to Cables and Accessories for cable and accessory recommendations and guidance.
Driver Software

Instrument driver software that provides functions to interact with the PXIe-5841 and execute measurements using the PXIe-5841.
Note For optimal performance, use the most current version of driver software with the PXIe-5841. You can find the driver requirements on ni.com.
NI Applications

Instrument driver software offers support for the following applications:
  • InstrumentStudio
  • LabVIEW
  • LabWindows/CVI
  • C/C++
  • .NET
  • Python