JBlaster is a software driver that enables easy configuration of Altera's programmable logic devices (PLD) and field-programmable gate arrays (FPGA).
If you're looking for a software driver to configure your Altera PLDs and FPGAs through the ByteBlasterMV in JTAG mode, JBlaster is a great option to consider. This software is compatible with both Linux and Windows NT operating systems, working via the parallel port.
One of the standout features of JBlaster is its ability to parse a Quartus II generated chain description, making the setup process much easier for users. In fact, all you need to do is provide a Chain Description File (cdf) as input, and JBlaster will take care of the rest. It will parse the JTAG chain information and even identify the location of the rbf files.
The author of JBlaster took great care to make sure the software is user-friendly and efficient in its parsing capabilities. One of the biggest improvements they made was ensuring that the parser doesn't discard the case of path and filenames. They also fixed the parser to directly read Quartus(TM) generated cdf files, which saves users a lot of time and hassle.
Although JBlaster is an excellent software driver, there is still one small drawback – you still have to change your filename in rbf. However, this is a small price to pay for the convenience and ease of use that JBlaster provides. Whether you're working with PLDs or FPGAs, JBlaster is a reliable and efficient software driver that you won't regret investing in.
One of the standout features of JBlaster is its ability to parse a Quartus II generated chain description, making the setup process much easier for users. In fact, all you need to do is provide a Chain Description File (cdf) as input, and JBlaster will take care of the rest. It will parse the JTAG chain information and even identify the location of the rbf files.
The author of JBlaster took great care to make sure the software is user-friendly and efficient in its parsing capabilities. One of the biggest improvements they made was ensuring that the parser doesn't discard the case of path and filenames. They also fixed the parser to directly read Quartus(TM) generated cdf files, which saves users a lot of time and hassle.
Although JBlaster is an excellent software driver, there is still one small drawback – you still have to change your filename in rbf. However, this is a small price to pay for the convenience and ease of use that JBlaster provides. Whether you're working with PLDs or FPGAs, JBlaster is a reliable and efficient software driver that you won't regret investing in.
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