How do I upgrade my N9000B CXA Signal Analyzer?
Most all of the N9000B options that are sold at the time of instrument purchase are also available as an upgrade option. Upgrade options can vary from a simple license key installation to more complex upgrades that involve installling multiple pieces of hardware. For each upgrade option it is advised that each row in the table is read and understood. Before purchasing an upgrade option that contains hardware items, the following steps should be taken:
- View the installation note by selecting the Install Note link in the Upgrade Contents cell.
- Determine from the installation instructions the complexity of the installation and whether you will perform the upgrade yourself or have a Keysight Service Center perform the installation.
- Review the Utilities, Adjustments & Performance Verification Tests section of the installation instructions to see what the required adjustments and performance tests are once the upgrade is installed.
- Review the following lists of test equipment requirements for each required adjustment and performance test to further determine whether you have the ability to perform the upgrade yourself or have an Keysight Service Center perform the installation.
If an upgrade option is going to be installed by a Keysight Service Center, additional labor charges may apply. Your Keysight field engineer can provide an all inclusive quote for this.
All instrument adjustments are automated and require the use of the Keysight Performance Verification & Adjustment Software.
Many hardware upgrades will require the redemption and installation of a license key file (.lic) to activate the option. Once a redemption certificate is received the license key file can be redeemed at the Keysight Software License Redemption Website
N9000B Internal Hardware Options
| Option | Description | Order As | eDelivery | Upgrade Content | Minimum Firmware | Adjustments Required1 | Additional Requirements | Incompatible With | Installed By | Installation Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B25 | 25 MHz Analysis Bandwidth | N9000BU-B25 | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| EDP | Enhanced Display Package | N9000BU-EDP | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
| EMC | Basic Precompliance EMI Feature | N9000BU-EMC | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
| ESC | External Source Control Feature | N9000BU-ESC | Yes |
| None | No | None | 513, 526 | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
| FSA | Fine Resolution Step Attenuator | N9000BU-FSA | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | None | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| P03 | Preamplifier, 3 GHz | N9000BU-P03 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | P07, P13, P26 | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| P07 | Preamplifier, 7.5 GHz | N9000BU-P07 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, P13, P26 | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| P13 | Preamplifier, 13.6 GHz | N9000BU-P13 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 507, P26 | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| P26 | Preamplifier, 26.5 GHz | N9000BU-P26 | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 507, 513 | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| PC7S | CPU/SSD assembly with on-board calibration data memory | N9000BU-PCS | No |
| A.25.08 Firmware pre-installed on SSD | No See Install Note link | None SSD includes Win 10 | Windows 7 | Service Center Recommended | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
| PFR | Precision Frequency Reference | N9000BU-PFR | Yes |
| None | Yes | None | None | Service Center Recommended3 | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| SF1 | Security Features, Exclude Launching Programs | N9000BU-SF1 | Yes |
| None | No | None | None | User | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
| SF2 | Security Features, Prohibit Saving Results | N9000BU-SF2 | No |
| None | No | None | None | Service Center Recommended | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
| SSD | Windows Embedded Standard 7 Solid State Drive | N9000BU-SSD | No |
| None | No2 | None | None | Service Center Recommended | Install=0.5 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.5 Hrs |
| T03 | Tracking Generator, 3 GHz | N9000BU-T03 | No |
| None | Yes | None | 513, 526 | Service Center Recommended | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=2.0 Hrs |
| T06 | Tracking Generator, 6 GHz | N9000BU-T06 | No |
| None | Yes | None | 503, 513, 526 | Service Center Recommended | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=2.0 Hrs |
| W10 | Windows 10 Solid State Drive | N9000BU-SS1 | No |
| None | No2 | PC7 | None | Advanced User | Install=1.0 Hrs Adjust & Verify=0.0 Hrs |
N9000B External Hardware Options
| Option | Description | Order As | eDelivery | Upgrade Content | Minimum Firmware | Adjustments Required1 | Additional Requirements | Incompatible With | Installed By | Installation Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1CM113A | Rackmount Kit (Rack Flanges Only) | 1CM113A | No |
| None | No | None | PRC, 1CN103A, 1CP105A | User | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| 1CN103A | Front Handle Kit (Handles Only) | 1CN103A | No |
| None | No | None | PRC, 1CM113A, 1CP105A | User | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| 1CP105A | Rack Mount Kit with Handles | 1CP105A | No |
| None | No | None | PRC, 1CM113A, 1CN103A | User | Install=0.5 Hrs |
| 1CR013A | Rack Slide Kit (Rack Slides Only) | 1CR013A or E4406-60115 | No |
| None | No | None | PRC | User | Install=1.0 Hr |
| 1DVR001A | USB DVD-ROM/CD-R/RW Drive | 1DVR001A or 0950-5369 | No |
| None | No | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 1KYB001A | USB Keyboard - Compact | 1KBD001A or 0960-2929 | No |
| None | No | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| MLP001A | Minimum Loss Pad, 50-to-75 Ohms | MLP001A or 0955-1020 | No |
| None | No | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| 1MSE001A | USB Mouse | 1MSE001A or 0960-2670 | No |
| None | No | None | None | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| PRC | Portable Configuration | N9000BU-PRC | No |
| None | No | None | 1CM113A, 1CN103A, 1CP105A, 1CR013A | User | Install=1.0 Hr |
1 While the completion of the recommended adjustments and performance tests for a given option upgrade does verify the functionality of the option, it does not guarantee that the entire instrument meets all published specifications. A full instrument calibration is the only way to guarantee that all instrument specifications are being met.
2 The instrument calibration data file MUST be transferred in order for the analyzer to meet specifications. If the cal file is not transferred all adjustments and performance tests must be performed. Refer to the Installation Note for details.
3 Upgrade can be performed by the User without any performance verification required if the instrument being upgraded is still within it's original factory calibration cycle and no major repairs or adjustments have been performed on it. See the upgrade installation note for more details.
Instrument Software:
Instrument Software Update:
The software update package for the X-Series Signal Analyzers contains the spectrum analyzer measurement application, all the advanced measurement application software, and all other updates required by the individual measurement assemblies inside the instrument.
Keysight recommends updating the instrument software version whenever an internal hardware upgrade or measurement application is installed into the analyzer.
The latest revision of the instrument software installer can be found at:
Measurement Applications:
To see the complete list of software measurement applications available for the N9000B Signal Analyzer, see:
Measurement Applications require the redemption and installation of a license key file (.lic). Measurement application upgrades are meant to be performed by the customer, and no adjustments or performance verification tests are required.
In order to redeem a license key, the end user must have a valid redemption certificate and then go to the Keysight Software License Redemption Website.