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IvanCaetano
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2 years ago

USB-Blaster not detected by Quartus 23.1

Hi, 1 - install quartus prime lite 23.1 - OK 2 - install USB-blaster driver - OK (apear Altera USB-Blaster working properly on device manager) But, when I click "Tools->Programmer->Hardware Setup-...
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IvanCaetano
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2 years ago

I installed the driver by:

"update driver in de Device Manager -> path "intelFPGA_lite\23.1std\quartus\drivers" -> selected checkbox "include subfolders" -> windows select the best driver in this path and install it.

I'm using a USB-Blaster like this.

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sstrell
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2 years ago

That's a third-party clone of a USB Blaster that, as a number of reviews state, is garbage.

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    IvanCaetano
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    2 years ago

    Solved.

    I've just tested another USB-Blaster and it's working on Windows 10. On Win11 the problem persists, as expected.

    Could you point me a USB-Blaster good but not too expensive as original intel USB-Blaster?

    Thank you everyone for your support.

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      ARG007
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      11 months ago

      Hi, I am facing the same issue of not detecting the USB Blaster in Quartus Prime lite. The driver is visible in control device manager but in hardware setup its not getting available. Can you please guide me in this regard??