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15 years ago

Unable to reset device before configuration

I am trying to program a EP2S90F1020 Stratix II device using Altera's USB Blaster. I use *.sof file, mode is Passive Serial, and then click on "start". I receive an error message saying "Error: Unab...
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15 years ago

My problem is solved! On the development board there is two 10 pin connectors, one labeled "USB Blaster" and the other labeled "FPGA JTAG". I was plugged into the "USB Blaster" connector, seemed obvious. But actually I needed to be in the "JTAG" connector. I then selected "Jtag mode", loaded the *.sof file, clicked auto detect, then clicked start. I then recieved the "Configuration Succeeded" message.

Thanks.