Keysight (Agilent) M9024A PXIe High Performance System Module

The Keysight M9024A is a 3U PXIe system module that establishes high-bandwidth connectivity between a host computer and PXIe chassis. It supports Gen 3 PCIe cable links at 8 GT/s with dual configurable ports, delivering up to 16 GB/s in x16 mode or 8 GB/s per port in dual x8 mode. The module integrates comprehensive I/O expansion - including 2× Gigabit Ethernet, 4× USB 2.0, 2× USB 3.0, and 1× GPIB port - extending host PC peripherals throughout the test system.

Port 1 operates as a fixed target; Port 2 configures as Host or Target via switch settings. Designed for multi-chassis configurations using daisy-chain topology in dual x8 mode, it occupies three PXIe slots and operates within standard chassis power budgets.

Technical Specifications

• Form Factor: 3U PXIe module (3 slots)


• PCIe Backplane Connection: Two PXI controller expansion slots; supports 4×4, x8, or x16 link configurations


• PCIe Link Speed: Gen 3 at 8 GT/s


• Data Bandwidth: 16 GB/s (x16 mode); 8 GB/s per port (dual x8 mode)


• PCIe Connectors: Standard x8 connectors


• Port Configuration: Port 1 fixed target; Port 2 configurable (Host/Target)

Key Features

• Flexible daisy-chain architecture for multi-chassis systems without requiring instrument slots


• Integrated I/O: 2× Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45), 4× USB 2.0 Type A, 2× USB 3.0 Type A, 1× GPIB


• Status indicators: Configuration LED (D3) and 1.0 VDC power LED (D4)


• I/O ports extend host PC functionality; not for chassis control


• Configurable dual x8 links combine into single x16 link

Typical Applications Aerospace, defense, and communications test environments requiring high-throughput data acquisition and synchronized multi-chassis measurement systems.

Compatibility & Integration Operated with M9048B and M9022A or M9023A modules in daisy-chain configurations. Requires proper chassis cooling and slot blockers in expansion slots for optimal thermal performance.