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PCIe-6593
Getting
Started Guide
2024-04-26

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  • Page 1 PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide 2024-04-26...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Installing the Software............6 Installing the PCIe-6593 Module into PCIe Chassis....... 6 Configuring the PCIe-6593 in MAX.
  • Page 3: Getting Started With The Pcie-6593

    PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide Getting Started with the PCIe-6593 This document explains how to install, configure, test, and use the PCIe-6593. You can program the PCIe-6593 with the following software options. FlexRIO driver software ■ NI LabVIEW Instrument Design Libraries for FlexRIO (instrument design ■...
  • Page 4: Unpacking The Kit

    PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide Document Contents LabVIEW FPGA Module Help Basic functionality of the FPGA module ■ Instructions for developing and ■ debugging custom hardware logic FlexRIO Readme Minimum system requirements ■ Supported Application Development ■ Environments (ADEs) Known issues and bug fixes ■...
  • Page 5: Verifying The Kit Contents

    3. Unpack any other items and documentation from the kit. Store the device in the antistatic package when the device is not in use. Verifying the Kit Contents Verify that the following items are included in the PCIe-6593 kit. Kit Contents 1. PXIe-1487 Module 2.
  • Page 6: Installing The Software

    To convert a QSFP28 signal to a Molex Nano-Pitch signal compatible with other NI modules, use the SCB-12, NI part number 787419-01. To purchase high-speed serial cables and the SCB-12, search the NI part number at ni.com. Installing the Software You must be an Administrator to install NI software on your computer.
  • Page 7: Configuring The Pcie-6593 In Max

    Configuring the PCIe-6593 in MAX Use Measurement & Automation Explorer (MAX) to configure your NI hardware. MAX informs other programs about which NI hardware products are in the system and how they are configured. MAX is automatically installed with FlexRIO.
  • Page 8: Pcie-6593 Front Panel And Pinouts

    4. Self-test the hardware by selecting the item in the configuration tree and clicking Self-Test in the MAX toolbar. The MAX self-test performs a basic verification of hardware resources. PCIe-6593 Front Panel and Pinouts Figure 1. PCIe-6593 Front Panel PCIe-6593...
  • Page 9 PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide Table 2. Signal Connectors for the PCIe-6593 Connector Description Function Molex Nano-Pitch DIO Multi-signal DIO connector that connector provides access to FPGA multi- gigabit transceivers (MGTs) and general-purpose LVCMOS signals PORT 0 QSFP, SFF-8436 compliant High-speed serial interfacing...
  • Page 10 PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide Signal Type Direction MGT Rx± <0..3> Xilinx UltraScale GTH Input DIO <0..7> Single-ended Bidirectional 5.0 V Output Ground — Figure 4. QSFP+ Connector Pinout Rx2n Rx1n Rx2p Rx1p Rx4n Rx3n Rx4p Rx3p ModPrsL IntL Vcc Tx...
  • Page 11 PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide Symbol Name/Description Ground Rx3p Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output Rx3n Receiver Inverted Data Output Ground Rx1p Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output Rx1n Receiver Inverted Data Output Ground Ground Rx2n Receiver Inverted Data Output Rx2p Receiver Non-Inverted Data Output...
  • Page 12: Block Diagrams

    Clk 100 Synchronization Clk 10 DRAM Bank 0 DRAM Bank 1 (2 GB) (2 GB) Reference Clock Figure 1. PCIe-6593 Block Diagram MgtPortRx(7:4), MgtPortTx(7:4) PORT 0 to Bank 227 MgtRefClk(2) (User Clock 3) MgtRefClk(1) (User Clock 2) to Bank 226...
  • Page 13: Common Flexrio With Integrated I/O Examples

    Common FlexRIO with Integrated I/O Examples In addition to the examples within the FlexRIO with Integrated IO Project Creator, NI provides several examples that apply to all FlexRIO with Integrated I/O modules to help you perform common tasks.
  • Page 14: Synchronizing Flexrio Pci Express Devices Using Compact Synchronization And Rtsi (Real-Time System Integration)

    FPGA. Adapter module socketed CLIP allows your IP to communicate directly with both the FPGA VI and the external adapter module connector interface. The PCIe-6593 ships with socketed CLIP items that add module I/O to the LabVIEW project. Synchronizing FlexRIO PCI Express Devices Using Compact...
  • Page 15: Sharing Reference Clocks And Triggers With Pci Express Devices Using Rtsi

    Compact Synchronization Interface to RTSI Adapter, NI part number 787214-01, and a RTSI cable, NI part number 776249-02. 1. Affix the RTSI adapter to the top of the PCIe-6593 using the attached mounting screws. 2. Install the PCIe-6593 and up to five additional PCI Express devices in one PCI Express backplane.
  • Page 16 PCIe-6593 Getting Started Guide 3. Insert one end of the compact synchronization interface cable into the synchronization connector on the PCIe-6593. Ensure the contacts on the cable are facing the PCIe-6593. 4. Insert the other end of the compact synchronization interface cable into the closest synchronization connector on the RTSI adapter.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    KnowledgeBase for additional information our technical support engineers create as they answer common user questions and resolve unexpected issues. What Should I Do if the PCIe-6593 Doesn't Appear in MAX? 1. In the MAX configuration tree, expand Devices and Interfaces.
  • Page 18 NI product. Product registration facilitates technical support and ensures that you receive important information updates from NI corporate headquarters is located at 11500 N Mopac Expwy, Austin, TX, 78759-3504, USA. ni.com © 2024 National Instruments Corporation.

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