HDD-8261

The HDD‑8261 in-chassis PXI Express high-speed data storage module features an onboard PCI Express SATA controller. The module fits into a PXI Express chassis, and it occupies only three PXI slots. With the HDD‑8261, you can choose between hard-disk drives (HDDs) or solid-state drives (SSDs) for increased ruggedness. It is ideal for field testing or signal recording applications. You can use this module to not only stream high-speed data, but also to easily move data between multiple test setups or supplement the PXI system controller’s storage capacity.

Applications and Use Cases of HDD-8261

The HDD-8261 Removable Hard Drive Carrier is a removable hard drive carrier designed for use with NI PXI/PXIe systems, particularly with embedded controllers that support removable storage options. It allows users to easily install, swap, and manage hard drives or solid-state drives (SSDs), providing flexibility for data storage, system deployment, and maintenance.

1. Removable Data Storage for PXI Systems
HDD-8261 enables quick installation and removal of storage drives, making it easy to transfer large amounts of data between PXI systems or external environments.

2. System Image Management and Deployment
It is ideal for managing multiple system images. Users can prepare different OS or application environments on separate drives and switch them as needed.

3. Data Logging and High-Volume Data Storage
The carrier is suitable for applications that require large data storage capacity, such as long-duration testing, data logging, and high-speed data acquisition systems.

4. System Maintenance and Backup
HDD-8261 simplifies system maintenance by allowing users to quickly replace or upgrade storage drives, as well as perform backups and recovery operations.

5. Test System Configuration Switching
It enables rapid switching between different test configurations or projects by swapping drives with preconfigured software and data.

6. Secure Data Handling
Removable drives allow sensitive data to be physically removed and secured, making it suitable for applications with strict data security requirements.

7. Research, Development, and Field Testing
HDD-8261 is widely used in engineering labs and field testing environments where flexibility, portability, and ease of data handling are important.