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Altera_Forum
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19 years ago

How can i build a tftp server in u-boot?

I use the u-boot run my embedded system in nios2 platform. In the first time,I must use the tftp download my imag file to the sdram, but there are no tftp server in the u-boot.I must operate com...
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19 years ago

Hi smalllight,

> if the u-boot have a tftp server, i can download image file more easily.

...<snip>...

> who can tell me How can i add a tftp server in the u-boot?

This would be inappropriate -- u-boot is a bootp/dhcp/tftp client ... a bootloader, not a server.

If you want to avoid manually entering the commands, setup the u-boot "autoboot" to

automatically download (and execute) your image when your board boots.

--Scott