The National Instruments NI-8262 Expansion Module is designed for PXI Express systems and functions as a cabled PCI Express module, part number 780064-01. This module interfaces seamlessly with NI-8264 and NI-8263 RAID HDD enclosures, enabling a total storage capacity of 3 TB and 1 TB, respectively. Equipped with an x4 PCIe slot, the NI-8262 supports data transfer over four lanes, making it an essential component in PXI Express-based data streaming systems. It is installed in a hybrid peripheral or PXIe slot within a chassis and connects to an external hard drive enclosure via a PCIe x4 cable, facilitating coupling with SATA II hard drives and a RAID controller. It is compatible with any CompactPCI standard peripheral slot, with x4 cables that feature a non-polarized design, allowing for flexible connectivity. The NI-8262 is classified as a CompactPCI Express or 3U PXI Express module, requiring one peripheral slot and necessitating slots that support the x4 PCIe connection. According to PXI and CompactPCI Express specifications, this module operates under typical conditions while drawing approximately 1.80 amperes of current. Two status LEDs on the front panel provide easy monitoring and visual communication. Although the NI-8262 has been designated obsolete by National Instruments, it remains available for purchase and repair through Apex Waves. For detailed information, the user manual and maintenance manual can be downloaded, and interested customers are encouraged to contact a sales representative for pricing.