Hi,
I have came across a case where the user wants to upgrade a simple multi-function DAQ card (USB-6215) with wi-fi capability. Looking at the compactDAQ product range, it would be very elegant to have: NI 9191 + NI9381. However, it is Not possible as NI9381 only works with compactRIO not compactDAQ.
These are the alternative options which I have considered:
Option 1: NI9191 + [CompactDAQ compatible C-Series Module]
=> Not possible. Such product does not exist.
Cost: $
Option2: [Single-slot CompactRIO with Wifi] + NI9181
=> Not possible. Such product does not exist.
Cost: $
Option3: [Generic Wi-Fi router with USB input] + USB-6215
=> Not possible. MOXA 3121 only takes ethernet inputs. Such product does not exist.
Cost: $$
Option4: [4-slot CompactDAQ/RIO] + [AI/AO/DI/DO/CTR modules] + [MOXA Wi-fi Router]
=> This is doable, but it is bulky, and you are looking at additional ~$5000USD just to add wi-fi capability and replace a simple DAQ device (USB-6215), which cost about $1500USD.
Cost: $$$
There is no simple solution with NI. I wonder is there a gap in NI's product profolio? Consider WSN would be a big part of IoT, it would make sense to develop a product that satisfy at least Option1 or Option2?
Regards
