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16 years ago

I2C interface on Linux (with MMU)

I have a few questions about I2C interfaces on Nios II on Linux with MMU. I found this thread http://www.alteraforum.com/forum/showthread.php?t=18441 (though forum search for "i2c" or "I2C" doe...
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16 years ago

Do you need I²C Master or Slave ?

AFAIK, there is a (not bit banging) open core I²C design. I'm not sure if same is already available for the Avalon bus and if there is a current Kernel driver in place.

Do you think the Microtronix design offer advantages ?

-Michael