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Altera_Forum
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7 years ago

Enabling Quartus II 12.0 SP2 64 bit version (Web Edition) w/ Windows 10 64 bit OS

I have installed quartus ii 12.0 sp2 web edition. I am running Windows 10 64 bit Pro OS.

From what I understand, I need to compile the vhd files in Quartus II in 64 bit mode to properly operate my EP2C35F672C6 board of the Cyclone II family. However, when

I installed Quartus II, I only have the option to run it in 32 bit mode.

At school, I have the option of both 32 and 64 bit modes when I search for it after pressing the windows key. My

instructor has told me to only use 64 bit mode to avoid issues when implementing my hardware.

Is there a way to go about installing or enabling 64 bit mode?

I was never given the option to download either 32/64. It was a single package, so I assumed that it would come with both.

Also, I intend on installing the free edition of ModelSim 10.0d. Will I encounter a similar issue?

I have not been able to find ample information on this specific topic elsewhere. I would greatly appreciate any feedback as I would love to be able to work on my projects at home.

Thank you!

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    As far as I recall, 32 or 64 bit has no affect on the programming file(s) generated to implement a design in hardware. I'm not sure what your instructor is thinking here. Modelsim will not be an issue either.

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    Thank you for your response. I am not 100% sure either. I am interested to find out the details in their claim/thinking on this one. I will probably experiment firsthand, then ask them to explain in detail. I will update this thread when I learn of the results and response of my instructor.

    Perhaps they were referring to the 32 bit software not including the 64 bit JTAG libraries?