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NVMe Storage up to 60 TB Per Slot
NI PXIe-8267 and PXIe-8269 Storage Alternative: Conduant NVMe PXI Storage Modules
Conduant PXI storage modules replace NI PXIe-8267 and PXIe-8269 storage with current-generation NVMe SSDs, PCIe Gen3 interfaces, and significantly higher capacity per slot. Fixed and removable drive options available. Compatible with all major NI and Keysight PXIe chassis.
NI does not publish list pricing for storage modules. Contact us for a direct price comparison against your NI quote.
Conduant PXI-DM-U.2F — NVMe PXI storage replacement for NI PXIe-8267 and PXIe-8269
What Engineers Are Looking For
Four Reasons PXI Storage Buyers Evaluate Conduant
NI's storage modules serve the PXI platform well. Engineers look at Conduant when capacity, throughput, removability, or total cost become the primary driver.
Capacity per Slot
Conduant modules reach 60 TB in a single PXIe slot. When chassis slots are constrained, maximizing storage per slot directly affects system design.
NVMe Throughput
Sequential read and write rates up to 7.1 GB/s on the PXI-DM-4M.2 via PCIe Gen3 x8. NVMe bypasses traditional storage controllers for lower latency and higher IOPS.
Removable Media
The PXI-DM-U.2 provides tool-free U.2 drive removal for recording missions requiring quick media swap, physical data security, or archival between sessions.
Data Security
Drive encryption options are available on U.2 models for classified or sensitive data environments. Removable drive trays allow physical media lockup when systems are left unattended.
Conduant NI Storage Replacements
Three NVMe PXI Storage Options
The right Conduant module depends on whether your priority is maximum throughput, maximum capacity, or removable media. All three fit standard PXIe chassis including NI and Keysight.
PXI-DM-4M.2
Up to 32 TB (consumer) or 15.2 TB (enterprise)
Four M.2 NVMe SSDs on a PCIe Gen3 x8 backplane interface. Sequential read and write up to 7.1 GB/s when configured as a striped array. Single PXI Express slot. Software RAID capable for combining multiple units. Enterprise-grade drives available for end-to-end data protection and power loss protection.
Key Specs
Max Capacity: 32 TB (consumer) / 15.2 TB (enterprise)
Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 x8 (8 GB/s)
Drive Type: M.2 NVMe SSD (up to 4 drives)
Sequential Read: 7.1 GB/s
Sequential Write: 7.1 GB/s
Form Factor: Single slot PXIe
- ›High-speed data acquisition and recording
- ›Real-time signal processing with large datasets
- ›Available on Digi-Key for immediate procurement
PXI-DM-U.2F
Up to 60 TB per slot
A single U.2 NVMe drive directly connected to the PXIe backplane via PCIe Gen3 x4. Reaches 60 TB in one slot. Drive encryption options available for sensitive data environments. The right choice when capacity per slot is the primary requirement and media removal is not needed.
Key Specs
Max Capacity: up to 60 TB
Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4
Drive Type: U.2 NVMe SSD
Sequential Read: up to 3,400 MB/s
Sequential Write: up to 3,400 MB/s
Encryption: available on select models
- ›Large dataset capture — telemetry, radar, scientific
- ›Classified environments requiring drive encryption
- ›Chassis slot-constrained systems needing maximum TB
PXI-DM-U.2
Up to 15.36 TB removable (30 TB non-removable option)
Tool-free U.2 drive removal for recording missions where media must be swapped between sessions, archived, or secured when a system is left unattended. Additional drive trays allow media rotation without downtime. A data-safe version using an internal M.2 device guards against connector wear from repeated insertions.
Key Specs
Max Capacity: 15.36 TB (removable) / 30 TB (fixed)
Host Interface: PCIe Gen3 x4
Drive Type: U.2 NVMe SSD (removable)
Sequential Read: up to 3,400 MB/s
Sequential Write: up to 3,400 MB/s
Data-safe version: available
- ›Multi-mission recording with media swap between runs
- ›Physical media lockup for unattended system security
- ›Archival workflows requiring offline media management
All modules support software RAID — combine multiple units in a single chassis for additional capacity and throughput. Read the PXIe data storage buying guide for configuration guidance.
Compatibility
Works in Your Existing NI Chassis
All Conduant PXI storage modules are compatible with all major PXI Express chassis brands, including National Instruments and Keysight Technologies.
Validated NI Chassis
PXIe-1073, PXIe-1078, PXIe-1083, PXIe-1085, PXIe-1086, PXIe-1090, PXIe-1092, PXIe-1095. Modules connect via standard PXIe backplane — no adapters, no chassis modifications.
Validated Keysight Chassis
M9010A, M9018A, M9019A, M9046A. Conduant is a Keysight Solutions Partner. Storage modules are fully validated in Keysight test environments.
Operating System Support
Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux using standard OS-provided NVMe drivers. Compatible with LabVIEW Real-Time systems. No proprietary drivers required.
StreamStor Integration
Conduant storage modules pair directly with the StreamStor Cobra recording system for sustained high-speed data capture. Combine with Conduant FPGA boards for a complete PXIe signal acquisition and storage solution.
Ready to Replace Your NI PXIe-8267 or 8269?
Tell us your NI module, your capacity requirements, and whether you need removable media. Our engineers will identify the right Conduant option and provide pricing that competes directly with NI.
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