multiple processors in a single pxi

[435]

Hello all,

I would like to know if it is possible to use two or more outputs for several displays from a single PXI, with two independent opertaing systems in each. For example by inserting two CPU cards or something similar.

Thanks in advance,

Alex

[Sean_C.]

Hello Alex,

I am not entirely sure what it is that you are asking...

"I would like to know if it is possible to use two or more outputs for several displays from a single PXI, with two independent operating systems in each."
Are you asking if it is possible to have more than one controller in a single PXI chassis?  If so, then no, it is not.  You can only have a single Operating System controlling the PXI chassis at any time.

Please let me know if this does not answer your question.

Regards,
Sean C.

[Adam_U]

Alex,

I assume you are coming from the VME/VXI world where this was possible and often used when more processing power was required. PXI's architecture is different in that it can only have one host PC for a given backplane. You can, however, have multiple PXI chassis and synchronize them over ethernet or other communication methods. LabVIEW 8's shared variable makes this type of configuration even easier.

May I ask why you are hoping to use multiple hosts?

Thanks,

-Adam