Are programming (.pof) files generated using the Quartus II software versions 12.0 for Active Serial (AS) mode compatible with the Quartus II programmer version 11.1sp2 and older?

Description

No, programming files for use with AS mode generated in the Quartus® II software versions 12.0 and later will not be compatible with the Quartus II programmer versions 11.1sp2 and older.

This will also apply to .jic files generated in the mentioned Quartus II software versions.

Resolution

You will need to use the Quartus II programmer version 12.0 for programming files generated using Quartus II 12.0 and later.