National Instruments NI 9149 User Manual

USER MANUAL
NI 9149
Ethernet Expansion Chassis for C Series Modules
This document describes the features of the NI 9149 and contains information about mounting
and operating the device.
RJ-45
Ethernet1
256 MB
DDR3
512 MB
NAND Flash
GigE
MAC/PHY
Xilinx Zynq-7000
XC7Z020
All-Programmable SOC
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NI 9149
Hardware
Data
C Series
Module
C Series
Module
USB 2.0 Device Port
Contents
Configuring the NI 9149........................................................................................................... 2
Connecting the NI 9149 to the Host Computer or Network Using Ethernet.................... 2
Configuring Startup Options.............................................................................................3
NI 9149 Features.......................................................................................................................3
Ports and Connectors........................................................................................................ 3
Buttons.............................................................................................................................. 7
LEDs................................................................................................................................. 8
Chassis Grounding Screw............................................................................................... 10
Internal Real-Time Clock................................................................................................11
Battery............................................................................................................................. 11
Mounting the Device...............................................................................................................11
Dimensions......................................................................................................................12
Mounting Requirements..................................................................................................12

National Instruments NI 9149 Specifications

General

Product Name	NI 9149
Category	Adapter
Type	EtherCAT Expansion Chassis
Number of C Series Slots	8
Supported Modules	C Series I/O Modules
Connectivity	EtherCAT
Bus Type	EtherCAT
Operating Temperature	-40 °C to 70 °C
Operating Temperature Range	-40 °C to 70 °C
Storage Temperature Range	-40 °C to 85 °C
Power Supply	External
Power Requirements	9–30 VDC
Relative Humidity Range	10% to 90%, noncondensing
Weight	1.2 kg (2.6 lb)

Summary

Configuring the NI 9149

Connecting the NI 9149 to the Host Computer or Network Using Ethernet

Details on connecting the NI 9149 to a host computer or network using the RJ-45 Gigabit Ethernet port.

Configuring Startup Options

Steps to configure the NI 9149 startup options using MAX, including Force Safe Mode and SSH.

NI 9149 Features

Ports and Connectors

Overview of physical ports and connectors like USB, Ethernet, and power, with diagrams.

Buttons

Details about the RESET button and its function in troubleshooting network connectivity.

LEDS

Explanation of the POWER, STATUS, USER FPGA1, and Ethernet LEDs on the NI 9149.

Chassis Grounding Screw

Instructions on connecting the chassis grounding screw for EMC compliance using specific wire.

Internal Real-Time Clock

Information about the NI 9149's internal real-time clock and how to set it.

Battery

Details on the lithium cell battery for system clock, its drain, and replacement policy.

Mounting the Device

Dimensions

Front and side dimensions of the NI 9149, including reference to detailed drawings.

Mounting Requirements

Requirements for cooling and cabling clearance for proper installation and operation.

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