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What Is the Difference between the GPIB-PCII and the GPIB-PCIIA?

Hardware: GPIB

Problem:
What is the difference between the GPIB-PCII and the GPIB-PCIIA?

Solution:
These two cards are functionally identical, the only difference is the base I/O addressing scheme. The GPIB-PCII can occupy any address that is a multiple of 8 hex between 0x000 and 0x3F8.The GPIB-PCIIA can be set to 0x02E1, 0x22E1, 0x42E1 or 0x62E1.

The NI-488.2 GPIB-PCII/IIA can operate in either the PCII or PCIIA mode. To configure the mode of operation, set DIP switch 9 on the board.

For more information, use the first Related Link below to view a PDF version of the GPIB Hardware Guide.

Related Links:
Product Manuals: GPIB Hardware Guide and Specifications

KnowledgeBase 1P9D72PH: What Is the Difference Between PCII and PCIIA Mode on a GPIB-PCII/IIA?

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Report Date: 02/06/1996
Last Updated: 04/16/2008
Document ID: 0I59G5EO

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