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SteveK
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3 years ago

Ethernet Blaster Question

Is the PL-ETH2-BLASTER ethernet programming cable an obsolete item? If so, what is the recommended replacement?
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2 years ago

Just found the answer to my question at the hyperlink below.

Can I use a USB Blaster download cable for AES key programming? (intel.com)

What it says is...

For device families that support non-volatile AES key programming for design security, you will need to use either an EthernetBlaster, EthernetBlaster II or USB-Blaster™ II cable. These cables are the only download cable solutions for non-volatile key programming because the JTAG TCK pulse width (period) needs to be regulated for proper poly-fuse programming.

The first generation USB-Blaster does not have this capability for non-volatile key programming. Only devices that support volatile AES key programming support the USB-Blaster cable.