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Troubleshooting (FAQ) 15
PCIe/PXIe-8638
Appendix A Troubleshooting (FAQ)
This chapter describes frequently asked questions that may assist
in solving minor problems that may be encountered.
Question: What is the maximum extension length of
PCIe-PXIe-8638?
Answer: ADLINK provides cable accessories for PCIe-PXIe-8638
in 2 and 5 meter lengths, with maximum cable length 5
meters.
Question: When using ADLINK PCIe-PXIe-8638, are there any
additional drivers or software required to install?
Answer: Yes, ADLINK PXI Platform Services supports
PCIe-PXIe-8638 including PCIe-PXIe-8638 SMBus control-
ler drivers and PXI software framework.
ADLINK PXI Platform Services can be downloaded from
PCIe-PXIe-8638 product page of ADLINK website.
Question: Which link configuration of the PXI Express system slot
does the PCIe-PXIe-8638 support, 4- or 2-link? How are the
associated settings configured?
Answer: The PCIe-PXIe-8638 acts as a generic PXI Express sys-
tem controller that supports both 4-link and 2-link PXI
Express system slots. It detects the backplane and config-
ures automatically without any settings required.
Question: Are there any compatibility concerns with the
PCIe-PXIe-8638? How can a host PCbe selected that will
be most compatible with the PCIe-PXIe-8638?