One of the most critical factors is the operating system that controls the test environment. As Windows 10 support ends in October 2025, PXI systems that remain locked to this OS face a loss of security updates, driver maintenance, and software toolchain compatibility.

Technical Gap in Existing PXI Hardware

A large portion of existing PXI controllers on the market was released before Windows 11 certification requirements, such as TPM 2.0 and UEFI Secure Boot, became mandatory. These platforms can continue to operate, but they cannot natively support Windows 11. This means:

• No access to updated driver stacks for PCIe-based modules.
• Limited support for modern software development kits.
• Non-compliance with IT security standards in regulated industries.

DEICO PXI Solutions: Windows 11 Integration

Our PXI embedded controller modules are designed to meet the technical requirements of modern operating systems without compromise. Each controller includes:

• Full Windows 11 support with TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot enabled.
• 13th Gen Intel® processors with PCIe Gen 4 connectivity, supporting higher data throughput for PXI Express modules.
• Linux RT compatibility, allowing deterministic execution for automated test equipment (ATE) and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) setups.
• DDR5 memory and NVMe storage, ensuring low-latency data access in high-channel-count measurements.

Why Windows 11 Matters for PXI

1. Driver and API Continuity

   New versions of development environments such as LabVIEW, TestStand, and Python libraries are tested and optimized for Windows 11. Controllers without native support cannot guarantee full compatibility with these environments.

2. System Security

   Windows 10 systems will no longer receive monthly security patches after October 2025. In environments where PXI hardware is connected to corporate networks, this creates a direct security liability.

Conclusion

Operating system support is no longer optional in test system design. It is a technical requirement. Windows 11 introduces platform constraints that older PXI embedded controllers cannot meet, including TPM 2.0, Secure Boot, and updated driver frameworks.

All DEICO PXI embedded controllers are designed and manufactured to meet these requirements natively. With 13th Gen Intel processing power, Linux RT compatibility, and complete Windows 11 support, our solutions provide measurable technical advantages in performance, compliance, and integration.

Available now at https://deico.com.tr/product-category/pxie/chassis-and-controllers/.

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