- **Four Full-Size PCI Slots:** Supports up to four long-size PCI add-on boards (5V/32-bit, 33MHz). - **Bus Extension Architecture:** Expands the host PC’s PCI bus externally using a dedicated expansion adapter (EAD series). - **Compact Industrial Design:** Constructed from durable steel with a black finish, combining portability and space efficiency. - **External Power Supply:** Operates via an included 60W AC adapter (100–240VAC input), eliminating the need for an internal PSU. - **Automatic Power Synchronization:** The chassis power turns on and off in sync with the host PC’s power state. - **Integrated Cooling System:** Equipped with a built-in cooling fan to maintain stable thermal performance during continuous operation. - **High Compatibility:** Compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3 (+5V type), supporting 32-bit addressing for both memory and I/O. - **Flexible Host Interface Options:** Compatible with multiple expansion adapters—PCI, Low Profile PCI, PCI Express, and CardBus types. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial automation, measurement, and control systems. - **RoHS Compliant:** Environmentally friendly design meeting Restriction of Hazardous Substances standards.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **13 PCI Expansion Slots:** Supports up to 13 short-size PCI add-on boards (5V/32-bit, 33MHz). - **PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3 Compliance:** Ensures compatibility with standard PCI bus architecture. - **Built-in Power Supply:** Integrated industrial-grade power unit with selectable 115/230VAC input and automatic synchronization with host PC power. - **Power Interlocking Function:** The chassis power can be turned on/off in synchronization with the host PC’s power supply. - **Industrial Steel Construction:** Rigid, vibration-resistant chassis suitable for factory and laboratory environments. - **Cooling System:** Equipped with internal cooling fans and ventilation slits to maintain stable thermal performance. - **Rack-Mountable Design:** Includes brackets and screws for both horizontal and vertical rack mounting configurations. - **Comprehensive Expansion Compatibility:** Works with CONTEC expansion adapters including EAD(PCI)BE, EAD(LPCI)BE, and EAD-BE-LPE. - **Automatic Device Recognition:** Detected as a PCI-to-PCI bridge by Windows operating systems, ensuring seamless integration. - **Safety and Reliability:** Designed for continuous industrial operation with replaceable power supply and fan components. - **RoHS Compliant:** Environmentally responsible design meeting hazardous substance restrictions.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dual PCI Slot Expansion:** Adds two PCI Local Bus (5V/32-bit, 33MHz) slots to a host PC via an optional expansion adapter (EAD-CE-LPE or EAD-CE-EC). - **Short-Size PCI Board Compatibility:** Supports installation of two short-size PCI boards with maximum dimensions of 176.5 mm (L) × 107 mm (H). - **Linked Power Control:** The chassis power can be synchronized with the host PC’s power state, allowing automatic ON/OFF control for seamless operation. - **Compact Industrial Design:** The chassis measures only 71 mm (W) × 144 mm (H) × 222 mm (D), enabling space-efficient installation adjacent to the host PC. - **Integrated Cooling System:** Equipped with a built-in cooling fan to maintain stable thermal conditions during continuous operation. - **External Power Supply:** Includes a lightweight 60W AC adapter (100–240VAC input) for flexible deployment in global environments. - **High Reliability and Durability:** Designed for industrial use with robust construction, long-life fan and power supply (approx. 5 years under standard office conditions). - **Ease of Integration:** Compatible with CONTEC’s PCI Express and ExpressCard expansion adapters, allowing flexible host connectivity. - **RoHS Compliant:** Manufactured in compliance with environmental standards for hazardous substance reduction.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Two PCI Expansion Slots:** Provides two half-size PCI slots (5V/32-bit, 33MHz) for additional peripheral boards. - **Bus Extension Architecture:** Extends the host PC’s PCI bus externally, maintaining direct signal transmission between the host and the expansion chassis. - **Built-in Power Supply:** Integrated 130W AC power supply (115/230VAC selectable) ensures stable operation of installed PCI boards. - **Compact Industrial Design:** Half-size, light-grey steel chassis optimized for space-saving installation in control panels or desktop environments. - **Automatic Power Synchronization:** The chassis power can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power supply. - **Cooling System:** Equipped with an internal cooling fan for continuous, reliable operation under industrial conditions. - **High Compatibility:** Complies with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3 (+5V type), supporting standard PCI add-on boards. - **Industrial Durability:** Designed for 0–50°C operating temperature and 20–80% RH humidity (non-condensing). - **Safety and Compliance:** CE-marked, RoHS-compliant, and designed for industrial EMC environments. - **Ease of Integration:** Compatible with CONTEC’s EAD series expansion adapters (EAD(PCI)BE, EAD(LPCI)BE, EAD-BE-LPE, EAD(CB)BE) for various host interfaces.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Bus Expansion Capability:** Adds four PCI (5V/32-bit, 33MHz) slots to a host PC via an optional expansion adapter (EAD-CE-LPE or EAD-CE-EC). Enables connection of additional PCI boards without modifying the host system. - **Short-Size PCI Board Compatibility:** Supports installation of up to four short-size PCI boards with maximum dimensions of 176.5(L) × 107(H) mm. - **Integrated Power Supply:** Built-in 130W AC power supply (115/230VAC switch-selectable) provides stable power to all PCI slots. Supports +5VDC, +3.3VDC, +12VDC, and -12VDC rails. - **Linked Power Control:** The chassis power can be synchronized with the host PC’s power state, allowing automatic ON/OFF control. - **Industrial-Grade Steel Construction:** Rigid steel chassis with light grey finish ensures durability and electromagnetic shielding in industrial environments. - **Cooling System:** Equipped with an internal cooling fan and air vents for stable thermal performance under continuous operation. - **Rack-Mountable Design:** Includes rack-mount brackets and screws for 19-inch rack installation. Rubber feet are also provided for desktop placement. - **Environmental Robustness:** Designed for operation in 0–50°C and 20–80%RH environments, suitable for factory and laboratory use. - **Safety and Compliance:** CE-marked, RoHS-compliant, and designed for industrial reliability. - **Maintenance-Friendly:** Power supply, fan, and fan filter are replaceable consumables with defined service life expectations.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Four PCI Expansion Slots:** Provides four user‑accessible PCI slots compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 2.3 (+5 V type). - **Short‑Size Board Compatibility:** Supports short‑size PCI add‑on boards (176.5 mm L × 107 mm H). - **External Power Supply:** Operates via an external 60 W AC adapter (100–240 VAC input). - **Automatic Power Synchronization:** The chassis power supply turns on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power state. - **Built‑in Cooling Fan:** Integrated fan ensures stable thermal performance during continuous operation. - **Compact Industrial Design:** Half‑size steel chassis with black finish, optimized for space‑saving installations. - **High‑Speed PCI Bus Extension:** Maintains 33 MHz bus clock operation with 32‑bit addressing for both memory and I/O spaces. - **Plug‑and‑Play Integration:** Automatically recognized by Windows operating systems via standard PCI‑to‑PCI bridge detection. - **Safety and Reliability:** Designed for industrial environments with wide operating temperature and humidity ranges. - **RoHS Compliant:** Environmentally friendly construction meeting RoHS directives.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Seven PCI Expansion Slots:** Provides seven short‑size PCI (5 V, 32‑bit, 33 MHz) slots for additional peripheral boards. - **Bus Extension Architecture:** Extends the host PC’s PCI bus via a dedicated expansion adapter and high‑speed connection cable. - **Built‑in Power Supply:** Integrated 130 W power supply with selectable 115 V/230 V AC input. - **Automatic Power Synchronization:** The chassis power turns on and off in synchronization with the host PC’s power supply. - **Industrial‑Grade Steel Construction:** Durable, light‑grey steel chassis suitable for factory and laboratory environments. - **Cooling System:** Equipped with a built‑in cooling fan and ventilation slits to maintain stable operation under continuous load. - **Rack‑Mountable Design:** Includes brackets and screws for horizontal or vertical rack mounting. - **Compatibility:** Supports standard PCI Local Bus Specification Rev 2.3 (+5 V type). - **Ease of Integration:** Works with CONTEC expansion adapters for PCI, Low‑Profile PCI, PCI Express, and CardBus host interfaces. - **Safety and Reliability:** Designed for 0 – 50 °C operation, 20 – 80 % RH (non‑condensing), with built‑in overcurrent protection and CE‑compliant power supply.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dual PCI Express (x1) Slot Expansion:** Adds two PCI Express (x1) compliant slots to a host PC via an optional expansion adapter. Compatible with PCI Express Base Specification Rev.1.0a. - **Support for Long-Size PCI Express Boards:** Accommodates two long-type PCI Express boards up to 312.00 mm (L) × 111.15 mm (H), suitable for full-length add-on cards. - **Linked Power Control:** The chassis power can be synchronized with the host PC’s power state, enabling automatic ON/OFF control for seamless system integration. - **Compact Industrial Design:** The black steel enclosure integrates a built-in cooling fan for efficient thermal management while maintaining a small footprint (71 × 360 × 144 mm). Ideal for space-constrained installations. - **External Universal Power Adapter:** Includes a 60W AC adapter supporting 100–240VAC input, ensuring global compatibility and stable operation. - **High-Speed PCI Express Data Transfer:** Supports up to 2.5 Gbps per lane (x1 link), providing reliable high-speed communication between the host and expansion boards. - **Environmental Durability:** Designed for industrial environments with operating temperature range 0–50°C and humidity tolerance of 20–80% RH (non-condensing). - **Ease of Maintenance:** The power supply and cooling fan are replaceable consumables with an expected service life of approximately five years under standard office conditions. - **Complete Accessory Package:** Supplied with AC adapter, power cable, slot covers, mounting screws, and user manual for immediate deployment.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dual PCI Express (x1) Slot Expansion:** Adds two PCI Express (x1) bus slots to a host PC, enabling the installation of additional PCIe boards for data acquisition, control, or communication applications. - **Short-Size PCI Express Board Compatibility:** Supports two short-type PCI Express boards with maximum dimensions of 167.65 mm (L) × 111.15 mm (H). Although x16 boards can be physically installed, they operate as x1 devices. - **Linked Power Control:** The chassis power can be turned on and off in synchronization with the host PC, ensuring seamless operation and preventing accidental power mismatches. - **Compact Industrial Design:** The small form factor (71 × 222 × 144 mm) and lightweight construction (1.2 kg) allow installation in space-constrained environments. The black steel enclosure provides durability and EMI shielding. - **Integrated Cooling System:** Equipped with a built-in cooling fan to maintain stable thermal performance during continuous operation, ensuring long-term reliability of installed PCIe boards. - **External AC Adapter Power Supply:** Includes a 60W universal AC adapter (100–240 VAC input) with a 1.2 m DC cable and 1.8 m grounded AC cable. The adapter weighs approximately 0.9 kg and supports global voltage ranges. - **High-Speed PCI Express Compliance:** Conforms to PCI Express Base Specification Rev.1.0a, supporting data transfer rates up to 2.5 Gbps per lane. - **Environmental Robustness:** Designed for industrial environments with operating temperature range 0–50°C and humidity tolerance of 20–80% RH (non-condensing). - **Ease of Integration:** Compatible with optional CONTEC expansion adapters for both desktop and notebook PCs, including: - EAD-CE-LPE (PCI Express slot adapter) - EAD-CE-EC (ExpressCard slot adapter) - **Maintenance-Friendly Design:** The power supply and cooling fan are replaceable consumables with an expected service life of approximately five years under standard office conditions (25°C, 60% RH).

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **ExpressCard‑to‑PCI/PXI Expansion:** Enables laptops or compact PCs with ExpressCard/34 or ExpressCard/54 slots to control external PCI or PXI devices. - **High‑Speed PCI Express Interface:** Utilizes a PCI Express x1 link with 250 MB/s throughput per direction (2.5 Gbps signaling rate). - **Transparent Bridge Architecture:** No additional drivers or software required; devices in the extension chassis appear as if installed directly in the host system. - **Extended Distance Operation:** Supports cable lengths of 1 m, 3 m, or 7 m without signal degradation. - **Multi‑Voltage PCI Bus Support:** Compatible with both 5 V and 3.3 V PCI signaling environments. - **Full 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI Bus Operation:** Ensures compatibility with standard PCI and PXI modules. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** Seamless integration with host BIOS and OS resource allocation. - **Compact and Portable Design:** Ideal for mobile test and measurement setups. - **Environmental Compliance:** Fully RoHS and WEEE compliant. - **Industrial‑Grade Reliability:** Designed for high‑density I/O, automation, and rugged field applications.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Local Bus Specification Compliance:** Fully compliant with PCI Local Bus Specification Revision 2.2 and PCI‑to‑PCI Bridge Architecture Specification Revision 1.2. - **Full Bandwidth Extension:** Supports 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI operation, delivering up to 132 MB/s throughput. - **StarFabric Serial Link Technology:** Employs a 5 Gbps serial link (4 × 622 Mbps LVDS pairs) for high‑integrity, low‑latency data transmission. - **Hardware/Software Transparency:** Appears to the host system as a local PCI bus; no additional drivers or software required. - **Robust Connectivity:** Utilizes a 24‑pin DVI‑D connector and shielded twisted‑pair copper cabling for reliable signal quality. - **Extended Distance:** Supports cable lengths up to 10 m between host and extension chassis. - **Multi‑Chassis and Star Topology Support:** Enables multi‑chassis configurations and star‑fabric architectures for scalable PCI expansion. - **Industrial‑Grade Design:** Suitable for industrial automation, test and measurement, aerospace, and video capture applications. - **Power Efficiency:** Low power consumption (+5 V @ 190 mA, +3.3 V @ 250 mA). - **Operating Environment:** 0 °C – 50 °C operating range, 10 – 90 % RH non‑condensing.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dedicated Compatibility:** Designed exclusively for the **CTOPBUF-Card** ISA Bus expansion interface, ensuring optimal signal integrity and plug-and-play compatibility. - **Optical Data Transmission:** Utilizes optical fiber technology to transmit data signals via light, providing complete galvanic isolation between connected devices. - **10-Meter Length:** Provides a fixed cable length of **10 meters**, ideal for interconnecting devices across racks, enclosures, or control cabinets while maintaining signal quality. - **High Immunity to EMI/RFI:** Optical transmission eliminates susceptibility to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), ensuring stable communication in industrial environments. - **Low Signal Attenuation:** Engineered for minimal optical loss over the 10-meter span, maintaining high data integrity and consistent performance. - **Durable Construction:** Built with robust fiber sheathing and protective outer jacket suitable for industrial and laboratory use. - **Plug-and-Play Integration:** Designed for direct connection to CTOPBUF optical ports without additional adapters or configuration. - **Safety and Isolation:** Provides electrical isolation between systems, protecting sensitive electronics from ground loops and voltage surges. - **Compact and Flexible:** The cable’s manageable diameter and flexibility allow easy routing through confined spaces or cable ducts.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dedicated Compatibility:** Designed exclusively for the **CTOPBUF-Card** system, ensuring seamless integration and optimal signal performance. - **100-Meter Optical Fiber Length:** Provides a total transmission distance of 100 meters, suitable for extended interconnections between ISA bus expansion modules or remote computing nodes. - **Optical Isolation:** Offers complete galvanic isolation between connected systems, eliminating ground loops and minimizing electromagnetic interference (EMI). - **High Signal Integrity:** Maintains stable data transmission over long distances with minimal attenuation and distortion. - **Industrial-Grade Construction:** Built with robust materials to withstand mechanical stress, temperature variations, and environmental factors typical in industrial and laboratory settings. - **Plug-and-Play Integration:** Designed for straightforward connection to CTOPBUF-Card optical ports without additional configuration. - **Low Latency Communication:** Optimized for high-speed data transfer with minimal propagation delay, ensuring reliable ISA bus extension performance. - **Durable Sheathing:** Protective outer jacket provides resistance to abrasion, bending, and environmental exposure. - **Lightweight and Flexible:** Despite its length, the cable maintains flexibility for easy routing and installation in constrained spaces. - **Signal Type:** Optical transmission medium for digital data signals between CTOPBUF modules.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dedicated Compatibility:** Engineered for direct use with the **CTOPBUF-Card** ISA bus expansion system, ensuring seamless integration and optimal signal performance. - **Optical Data Transmission:** Utilizes optical fiber technology to provide **galvanic isolation**, **electromagnetic immunity**, and **high-speed data transfer** over a 2-meter distance. - **High Signal Integrity:** Optical transmission eliminates ground loops and electrical noise, maintaining data integrity even in electrically noisy environments. - **Compact and Flexible Design:** The 2-meter length offers flexibility for installation within enclosures, racks, or between system modules without excessive slack or signal loss. - **Durable Construction:** Built with industrial-grade optical fiber and robust connectors to withstand mechanical stress, vibration, and temperature variations typical in industrial and embedded applications. - **Plug-and-Play Operation:** Designed for straightforward connection to the CTOPBUF-Card without additional configuration or calibration. - **Low Attenuation:** Optimized for minimal signal loss across the 2-meter span, ensuring consistent optical performance. - **Enhanced Safety:** Optical isolation provides protection against voltage surges and electrical interference, safeguarding both the CTOPBUF-Card and connected systems.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Dedicated Compatibility:** Designed exclusively for the CTOPBUF-Card ISA Bus expansion system, ensuring optimal performance and seamless integration. - **Optical Data Transmission:** Utilizes optical fiber technology to transmit data signals with immunity to electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI). - **Extended Communication Range:** Provides a **50-meter** transmission distance, enabling flexible system layouts and remote device placement. - **High Signal Integrity:** Maintains consistent signal quality over long distances, minimizing attenuation and distortion. - **Electrical Isolation:** Optical coupling ensures galvanic isolation between connected devices, protecting sensitive electronics from ground loops and voltage surges. - **Industrial-Grade Construction:** Built with durable materials suitable for demanding environments, offering mechanical robustness and long service life. - **Plug-and-Play Integration:** Designed for straightforward connection to CTOPBUF-Card optical ports without additional configuration. - **Low Maintenance:** Optical fiber design reduces wear and degradation compared to copper-based cabling. - **Compact and Lightweight:** Despite its 50-meter length, the cable remains flexible and easy to route within control cabinets or across installations.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **ISA AT Bus Extension:** Enables the physical and logical extension of an ISA AT bus between two separate systems or chassis. - **Opto-Fiber Isolation:** Utilizes optical fiber communication to achieve complete galvanic isolation between the two bus segments, protecting sensitive electronics from voltage surges, ground potential differences, and electromagnetic interference (EMI). - **Dual-Card System:** Comprises two half-length ISA cards—one transmitter and one receiver—forming a complete link for bus extension. - **5 VDC Operation:** Each card operates from a standard 5 VDC supply, drawing approximately 300 mA, compatible with standard ISA slot power rails. - **High Signal Integrity:** Optical transmission ensures minimal signal degradation over distance, maintaining timing accuracy and data integrity across extended bus lengths. - **Industrial Reliability:** Designed for continuous operation in industrial control systems, test benches, and embedded computing environments. - **Plug-and-Play ISA Compatibility:** Fully compatible with standard ISA AT bus architecture, requiring no modification to existing bus protocols or timing. - **Noise Immunity:** Optical isolation eliminates common-mode noise and cross-talk, improving system stability in electrically noisy environments. - **Compact Form Factor:** Half-length ISA cards allow installation in space-constrained enclosures or compact industrial PCs.

Manufacturer: Contec

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Express‑to‑PCI Expansion:** Extends PCI bus functionality from a host PC equipped with a PCI Express slot to a remote chassis containing up to 13 PCI devices. - **Transparent Operation:** Fully hardware‑transparent bridge; no additional drivers or software required. PCI devices in the extension chassis behave as if installed directly in the host system. - **High‑Speed Interface:** PCI Express x1 link supporting 2.5 Gbps per direction (250 MB/s throughput). - **Extended Distance:** Supports remote operation up to 7 meters using shielded twisted‑pair copper cables (ACL‑EXPRESS‑1/3/7). - **Industrial‑Grade Design:** Rugged 19" rack‑mount chassis with dual 120 mm ball‑bearing fans and 400 W auto‑switching power supply. - **Flexible Power Input:** 85 V AC – 265 V AC universal input range with auto‑switching. - **Environmental Resilience:** Designed for operation in 0 °C – 50 °C environments; suitable for high‑vibration or hazardous industrial conditions. - **Remote Power Control:** Optional remote power‑on/off functionality via BP‑8014 backplane and PCI‑8565 JP1/JP2 connectors. - **Compatibility:** Supports both 5 V and 3.3 V PCI buses, 32‑bit/33 MHz operation. - **Applications:** Ideal for industrial automation, test and measurement, military/aerospace systems, video capture, and high‑density I/O environments.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **PCI Express‑based Control of PCI Devices:** Provides seamless PCI bus expansion via a PCIe x1 interface, enabling remote management of PCI cards. - **High‑Speed PCI Express x1 Interface:** Supports 2.5 Gb/s signaling rate per direction with 250 MB/s data throughput. - **Full Hardware and Software Transparency:** No additional drivers or software required; devices appear natively to the host BIOS and OS. - **Compatibility:** Supports both 5 V and 3.3 V PCI signaling; compliant with 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI interface. - **Expansion Capacity:** - PCES‑8581‑4S / 4L: Four half‑size PCI slots in a compact wall‑mount chassis with integrated 200 W PSU. - PCES‑8581‑13S: Thirteen full‑size PCI slots in a 19‑inch rackmount chassis with 400 W PSU. - **Extended Distance Operation:** Supports cable lengths of 1 m, 3 m, and 7 m between host and expansion chassis. - **Environmental Robustness:** Designed for industrial, test, and measurement environments with high vibration or temperature extremes. - **Standards Compliance:** - PCI Express® Base Specification Rev. 1.0a - PCI‑to‑PCI Bridge Architecture Specification Rev. 1.2 - PCI Local Bus Specification Rev. 3.0 - **Integrated Cooling:** High‑efficiency ball‑bearing fans ensure stable thermal performance. - **Remote Power‑On/Off Capability:** Optional remote power control via backplane connectors (BP‑8014).

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Transparent PCI Express‑to‑PCI Bridge:** Provides complete hardware and software transparency; no additional drivers or software required. - **Remote PCI Device Control:** Operates up to 7 m away from the host PC using a shielded twisted‑pair copper cable. - **High‑Speed PCI Express x1 Interface:** 2.5 Gbps signaling rate per direction, 250 MB/s throughput. - **Four Available PCI Slots:** 32‑bit/33 MHz PCI bus supporting 5 V and 3.3 V PCI cards. - **Compact Industrial Chassis:** RK‑8005 shoebox‑size chassis (122 × 195 × 259 mm) with integrated 200 W power supply and 80 mm cooling fan. - **Extended Cable Options:** 1 m, 3 m, and 7 m shielded cables (ACL‑EXPRESS‑1/3/7). - **Rugged Design:** Suitable for high‑temperature, shock, and vibration environments. - **Plug‑and‑Play Operation:** Devices in the extension chassis behave as if installed directly in the host system. - **Compliance:** Conforms to PCI Express Base Specification 1.0a, PCI‑to‑PCI Bridge Architecture 1.2, and PCI Local Bus Specification 3.0. - **Applications:** Industrial automation, test and measurement, video capture, aerospace, and high‑density I/O systems.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Transparent PCI-to-PXI / PXI-to-PXI Extension:** Enables direct control of PXI or CompactPCI systems from a host PC or controller without additional drivers or software layers. - **Multi-Chassis Configuration:** Supports up to two PXI/CompactPCI chassis from a single PCI-8570 master card, allowing flexible system expansion. - **StarFabric Architecture:** Utilizes StarFabric serial interconnect technology with 622 Mbps LVDS signaling per differential pair, achieving up to 2.5 Gbps full-duplex bandwidth per link. - **High-Speed PCI Bus Support:** Compliant with 64-bit/66 MHz PCI local bus specifications (Rev. 2.2) and PCI-to-PCI bridge architecture (Rev. 1.1), providing up to 528 MB/s peak throughput. - **PXI Specification Compliance:** Fully compliant with PXI Specification Rev. 2.0, ensuring compatibility with standard PXI and CompactPCI chassis. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** Operates independently of operating systems and application software; all devices appear as local PCI devices to the host system. - **Seamless Interrupt Extension:** All interrupts from add-in cards in the extension chassis are passed through to the host system transparently. - **Shielded Copper Cabling:** Uses RJ-45 connectors with shielded twisted-pair copper cables for reliable data transmission up to 10 meters. - **Flexible Topologies:** Supports star and daisy-chain configurations for multi-chassis expansion. - **EMC/EMI Compliance:** Certified to CE and FCC Class A standards.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Transparent PCI-to-PXI and PCI-to-PCI Extension:** Provides seamless bus extension with no additional drivers or software required. All devices appear as local PCI devices to the host system. - **StarFabric High-Speed Serial Link:** Employs 622 Mbps LVDS signaling per pair, with four transmit and receive differential pairs providing 2.5 Gbps full-duplex bandwidth (5 Gbps total). - **Full PCI Bandwidth Support:** Supports 32-bit/33MHz (132 MB/s) and 64-bit/66MHz (528 MB/s) PCI bus operation. - **Multi-Chassis Capability:** One master module can control up to two slave PXI-8570 modules, enabling star or daisy-chain configurations for multi-chassis systems. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** 100% compatibility with existing PCI drivers, BIOS, and operating systems. - **Robust Connectivity:** Uses shielded twisted-pair copper cabling with DVI-D or RJ-45 connectors for reliable signal integrity up to 10 meters. - **Industrial-Grade Design:** Designed for industrial automation, test and measurement, and military/aerospace applications. - **Comprehensive System Options:** Available as 4-slot (PCIS-8580-4S) or 13-slot (PCIS-8580-13S) extension chassis with integrated power supplies and cooling systems.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **High-Speed PCI Express Connectivity:** Utilizes PCI Express Gen 2 x8 signaling to deliver up to **4 GB/s** system throughput, ensuring high data transfer rates between the host and PXI Express chassis. - **PXI Express Hardware Compliance:** Fully compliant with **PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification Rev. 1.0**, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of PXI Express modules and chassis. - **PCI Express Base Specification Compliance:** Meets **PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 1.0a**, guaranteeing interoperability with standard PCIe host systems. - **Flexible Link Configurations:** Supports multiple PXI Express link configurations for optimized performance: - Four-link configuration: **x4 x4 x4 x4** - Two-link configuration: **x16 x8** - **Extended Expansion Distance:** Supports cable lengths of **2 meters** or **5 meters**, enabling flexible system layouts and remote PXI chassis placement up to **5 meters** from the host PC. - **Comprehensive Hardware and Software Transparency:** The system automatically detects PXI modules installed in the chassis, requiring **no additional drivers or software installation**. This ensures plug-and-play operation and minimal setup time. - **Multi-Chassis Configuration Capability:** Enables control of multiple PXI Express chassis from a single host system, supporting complex test and measurement setups. - **Star Fabrics Architecture:** Employs a high-performance star fabrics topology for efficient data routing and reduced latency across multiple PXI Express segments. - **Shielded Copper Cable with RJ45 Connector:** Uses robust, shielded copper cabling with RJ45-style connectors for reliable, noise-resistant data transmission over extended distances.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **High-Speed PCI Express Gen 2 x8 Interface:** Provides up to 4 GB/s data throughput between the host system and PXI Express chassis, ensuring high-performance data transfer for demanding test and measurement applications. - **Comprehensive Hardware and Software Transparency:** The system automatically recognizes and configures PXI Express modules, eliminating the need for additional drivers or manual setup. - **Flexible Link Configurations:** Supports multiple PXI Express link configurations, including: - Four-link configuration: x4 x4 x4 x4 - Two-link configuration: x16 x8 - **Extended Expansion Distance:** Supports remote expansion distances of up to 5 meters, with available cable options of 2 meters (included in this kit) and 5 meters (optional). - **Standards Compliance:** Fully compliant with PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification Rev. 1.0 and PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 1.0a. - **Compact and Modular Design:** The PCIe-8638 host adapter features a low-profile PCIe form factor suitable for standard desktop or industrial PCs, while the PXIe-8638 remote controller fits into a 3U PXI Express chassis slot. - **High Reliability and Environmental Tolerance:** Designed for industrial and laboratory environments, with an operating temperature range of 0°C to 55°C and storage temperature range of -20°C to 70°C. - **Plug-and-Play Operation:** Enables immediate system expansion without complex configuration, ideal for test automation, data acquisition, and instrumentation control.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **High-Bandwidth PCI Express Connectivity:** Utilizes PCI Express Gen 2 x8 signaling to deliver up to **4 GB/s** system throughput between the host PC and PXI Express chassis. - **Full Hardware and Software Transparency:** The expansion kit operates as a natural extension of the host system’s PCIe bus, allowing automatic detection of PXI Express modules without requiring additional drivers or software. - **Flexible Link Configuration:** Supports multiple PXI Express link configurations for optimized performance: - Four-link configuration: **x4 x4 x4 x4** - Two-link configuration: **x16 x8** - **Extended Expansion Distance:** Provides reliable PCIe-to-PXIe connectivity over distances up to **5 meters**, ideal for remote or distributed test setups. - **Standards Compliance:** - **PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification Rev. 1.0** - **PCI Express Base Specification Rev. 1.0a** - **Comprehensive Kit Solution:** Includes all necessary components for immediate deployment: PCIe-8638 host card, PXIe-8638 remote controller, and 5-meter PCIe x8 cable. - **Robust Environmental Tolerance:** Designed for industrial and laboratory environments with an operating temperature range of **0°C to 55°C** and storage range of **-20°C to 70°C**.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions

- **Transparent PCIe-to-PXI Bridge:** Provides seamless communication between a PCI Express® host and PXI™ modules without additional drivers or software. - **High-Speed Interface:** Utilizes a PCI Express® x1 link supporting up to 2.5 Gbps per direction. - **Extended Distance:** Supports cable lengths of 1 m, 3 m, and 7 m using shielded twisted-pair copper cables. - **Full Compatibility:** Compliant with PCI Express® Base Specification Rev. 1.0a, PCI-to-PCI Bridge Architecture Specification Rev. 1.2, and PXI Specification 2.2. - **32-bit/33 MHz PCI Bus Support:** Ensures full data throughput for PXI™ devices. - **Hardware and Software Transparency:** No additional drivers required; devices appear as local PCI devices to the host. - **Signal Integrity Optimization:** Adjustable equalization, amplification, and de-emphasis circuits maintain signal quality over long distances. - **Spread Spectrum Clock Control:** Reduces EMI by modulating the PCI clock with a low-frequency carrier. - **Robust Industrial Design:** Suitable for industrial automation, test and measurement, and military/aerospace applications. - **LED Indicators:** Provide clear visual status of power and link activity.

Manufacturer: Adlink Technology Inc.

Category: Bus Extensions