EthernetBlaster Communications Cable
User Guide
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Contents
Supported Devices ........................................................................................................................... 1–1
Software Requirements ................................................................................................................... 1–2
Configuring the EthernetBlaster Hardware to Use Static IP Addressing .............................. 1–11
Removing the EthernetBlaster Hardware from the Quartus II Software .............................. 1–15
Changing the Administrative Password ...................................................................................... 2–2
Changing the Quartus II Remote Connection Password ........................................................... 2–3
Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................................................................ 2–5
Voltage Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 3–1
Circuit Board Header Connection ................................................................................................. 3–3
Operating Conditions ........................................................................................................................... 3–4
Revision History .................................................................................................................................... 3–6
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Chapter 1. About the
EthernetBlaster
Communications Cable
The EthernetBlaster communications cable connects to a standard
Ethernet network port with an RJ-45 connector. This cable communicates
with client systems using the TCP/IP protocol and supports both static
and dynamic IP addressing. The EthernetBlaster communications cable
can be plugged into an existing 10/100 Base-T Ethernet network to
communicate with clients remotely or interfaced directly via a standard
10/100 Base-T Ethernet port using a crossover cable. Because design
changes are downloaded directly to the device, prototyping is easy and
you can accomplish multiple design iterations in quick succession.
Harnessing the power of an Ethernet network, multiple users can
remotely access Altera® devices, bringing a new level of productivity to
prototyping and debugging.
Introduction
Supported Devices
You can use the EthernetBlaster communications cable to download
configuration data to the following Altera devices:
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Stratix® series FPGAs
Cyclone™ series FPGAs
MAX® series CPLDs
APEX™ series FPGAs
ACEX® 1K FPGAs
Mercury™ FPGAs
FLEX® series FPGAs
Excalibur™ FPGAs
You can perform in-system programming of the following devices:
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Advanced configuration devices, including EPC2, EPC4, EPC8,
EPC16, and EPC1441 devices.
Serial configuration devices, including EPCS1, EPCS4, EPCS16, and
EPCS64 devices.
In addition, the EthernetBlaster communications cable supports target
systems using 5.0-V TTL, 3.3-V LVTTL/LVCMOS, and single-ended I/O
standards from 3.3 V down to 1.5 V.
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Power Requirements
The EthernetBlaster communications cable requires between 1.5 V and
5.0 V from the target circuit board, and 12.0 VDC (0.875A) input power
for the EthernetBlaster VCCSUPPLY (a 12.0 VDC wall transformer is
supplied).
The EthernetBlaster VCC(TARGET) pin must be connected to the appropriate
voltage for the device being programmed. The pull-up resistors on the
target circuit board for the configuration/programming signals must be
connected to the same power supply as the EthernetBlaster VCC(TARGET)
.
Software Requirements
The EthernetBlaster communications cable is available on the Windows,
UNIX, and Linux platforms, including the following:
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Windows 2000
Windows XP
Solaris 2.6
Solaris 2.7/7
Solaris 8/9
Red Hat Linux version 7.3
Red Hat Linux version 8.0
Red Hat Enterprise Linux WS 3.0
HP-UX version 11.0
Use the Quartus® II software beginning with version 4.0 to configure your
device. The EthernetBlaster communications cable also supports the
following tools:
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Quartus II Programmer (for programming and configuration),
which you can run within the Quartus II software or as a stand-alone
version
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Quartus II SignalTap II Logic Analyzer (for logic analysis), which
you can run within the Quartus II software or as a stand-alone
version
Nios® II IDE (for software downloading and debugging)
Nios II IDE Flash Programmer (for programming Flash devices)
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Connections
The EthernetBlaster communications cable houses an Ethernet port on
one side and a 10-pin female target port on the opposite side. The
Ethernet port side contains an Ethernet port, a reset button, and a DC12V
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jack. The target port side includes the 10-pin female target port and LED
status light. The base of the cable includes the MAC address and host
Figure 1–1. EthernetBlaster Communications Cable Ethernet Port, Target Port, and Base Views
Ethernet Port View
Target Port View
DC12V
ETHERNET
TARGET
STATUS
Ethernet Port
Machine Reset
DC12V Jack
10-Pin Target Port
Status LED
Base View
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MAC Address
Host Name
D0:07:ED:05:XX:XX
Host Name: acebXXXX
The status LED on the target port side of the cable displays the operation
description of each LED status modes.
Table 1–1. Status LED Modes
Status LED
Status Description
Red-Green
Power on, reset
Green, blinking
Green, steady
Blue, blinking
Cable initialization
Cable ready
Downloading data to target printed circuit board
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Static & Dynamic IP Addressing
The EthernetBlaster communications cable supports both static IP and
dynamic IP addressing, the latter by means of Dynamic Host
Configuration Protocol (DHCP). By default, the EthernetBlaster cable is
configured at the factory to use dynamic IP addressing. Upon power up,
the cable attempts to obtain an IP address from your network DHCP
server. The Status LED is green and blinking while the network address
is being obtained and the cable is initializing. This process may take up to
two minutes.
When an IP address is obtained and the cable is ready to use, the status
LED emits a steady green light. If the attempt to obtain an IP address is
unsuccessful (the DHCP server may be down or absent), the cable
switches to static IP addressing. The default IP address is configured to
192.168.0.50. If static IP addressing is used, you must configure your
computer to an IP address in the same subnet as the cable to communicate
with it. The default setting requires your address to be in the 192.168.0.X
network domain.
Refer to your operating system manual or contact your network
administrator to verify that your network supports DHCP
services and for instruction on how to change your IP address.
To maintain your computer’s IP address and change the
EthernetBlaster communications cable’s default IP address, see
The EthernetBlaster communications cable includes a self-hosted
administrative web page, allowing you to configure various aspects of
cable operation. The following section describes how to access this web
page based on your mode of connection.
This section describes how to install and set up the EthernetBlaster
communications cable for device configuration or programming
including the following setups:
Cable Setup
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For plug and header dimensions, pin names, and operating
conditions, see Chapter 3, “EthernetBlaster Communications
Cable Specifications.”
Remote Connection via Network Using Default Factory Settings
Use the following steps to connect remotely to the EthernetBlaster
communications cable:
These steps assume no changes have been made to the default
factory settings.
1. Disconnect the power cable from the circuit board.
2. Plug one end of a standard CAT 5 UTP 4-pair patch cable into the
Ethernet jack on the EthernetBlaster communications cable, and the
other end into a network port of a switch, router, or hub. See
Figure 1–2. Remote Connection via Network
EthernetBlaster Communications Cable,
Ethernet Port Side View
Switch, Router, or Hub
DC12V
ETHERNET
ETHERNET
Ethernet
Jack
CAT 5 UTP
Standard Cable
Ethernet Jack
Pin EIA/TIA 568B Wire Color
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White with Orange Stripe
Orange with White Stripe
White with Green Stripe
Blue with White Stripe
White with Blue Stripe
Green with White Stripe
White with Brown Stripe
Brown with White Stripe
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CAT 5 UTP
Standard Cable
Ethernet Connector
EIA/TIA 568B
3. Connect the 10-pin female plug of the flexible, PCB-shielded cable
labeled “BLASTER SIDE” to the 10-pin female target port on the
Ethernet communications cable, and the 10-pin female plug of the
cable labeled “TARGET SIDE” to the 10-pin male header on the
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Figure 1–3. Connecting the EthernetBlaster Communications Cable to the Target Circuit Board
10-pin Female Connector (connects
to the target printed circuit board
10-pin male header)
Pin 1 of the Flexible PCB
Shielded-Cable Facing this Side
netBlaster
ETHERNET
DC12V
4. Plug the supplied 12.0 VDC wall transformer into a power outlet
and then into the EthernetBlaster communications cable.
Always connect the network patch cable as instructed in
step 2 before connecting the power cord. This allows the
EthernetBlaster communications cable to obtain a DHCP
address (if your network is configured to do so). Wait until
the Status LED emits a steady green light.
5. Reconnect the power cable to the circuit board to reapply power.
for configuration instructions. If your network does not support
instructions.
7. If your network supports DHCP, you can access the EthernetBlaster
Configuration administrative web page using a web browser with
the hostname as the address. The hostname is located on the label
on the base of the EthernetBlaster communications cable as shown
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Figure 1–4. MAC Address & Host Name
EthernetBlaster Communications Cable Bottom View
Ethernet Blaster
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D0:07:ED:05:XX:XX
Host Name: acebXXXX
The last 4 digits of the MAC address
are the same as the last 4 digits of
the host name.
Use the hostname as the address
to access the EthernetBlaster
communications cable
configuration administrative
web page.
Browse to http://<host name> and specify the host name from the
label on the base of your EthernetBlaster communications cable. The
EthernetBlaster login window opens.
Note that the last 4 digits of the MAC address match the last
4 digits of the host name on the label on the base of your
EthernetBlaster cable.
or
If you know the IP address obtained by the EthernetBlaster
communications cable, you can access the administrative web page
by entering this address in your browser.
details.
8. If your network does not support DHCP, you must configure your
computer to an address in the 192.168.0.X network domain, and
for system configuration details.
Refer to your operating system manual or contact your
network administrator for instruction on how to change
your IP address.
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To maintain your computer’s IP address and change the
EthernetBlaster communications cable default IP address,
9. In the EthernetBlaster login window, enter admin as the login and
password as the default password. The EthernetBlaster Status
page opens, displaying the status of your EthernetBlaster
communications cable, including the current IP address. See
Figure 1–5. EthernetBlaster Configuration Administrative Page
See Chapter 2, “Managing Passwords,” to manage your
password after initial login.
Quartus II Software” on page 1–13 to set up your hardware in the
Quartus II software.
Direct Connection to a Computer Using Default Factory Settings
The EthernetBlaster communications cable can be connected directly to
the network port of a computer. This setup does not allow remote users
to access the EthernetBlaster communications cable.
Use the following steps to connect the EthernetBlaster communications
cable directly to your system:
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These steps assume no changes have been made to the
default factory settings.
1. Disconnect the power cable from the circuit board.
2. Plug the EIA/TIA 568B connector of a crossover CAT 5 UTP 4-pair
patch cable into the Ethernet jack on the EthernetBlaster
communications cable, and the EIA/TIA 568A connector into your
Figure 1–6. Direct Connection to a Computer Using a Crossover Cable
Computer
EthernetBlaster Communications Cable,
Ethernet Port Side View
Ethernet Jack
ETHERNET
DC12V
ETHERNET
Ethernet
Jack
CAT 5 UTP
Crossover Cable
Pin EIA/TIA 568A Wire Color
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White with Green Stripe
Green with White Stripe
White with Orange Stripe
Blue with White Stripe
White with Blue Stripe
Orange with White Stripe
White with Brown Stripe
Brown with White Stripe
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Pin EIA/TIA 568B Wire Color
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White with Orange Stripe
Orange with White Stripe
White with Green Stripe
Blue with White Stripe
White with Blue Stripe
Green with White Stripe
White with Brown Stripe
Brown with White Stripe
Ethernet EIA/TIA 568A Connector
Connected to the Computer
Ethernet EIA/TIA 568B Connector Connected
to the EthernetBlaster Communications Cable
CAT 5 UTP Crossover Cable
CAT 5 UTP Crossover Cable
or
Plug one end of a standard CAT5 UTP 4-pair patch cable into the
Ethernet jack on the EthernetBlaster communications cable, and add
a crossover adapter to the other end of the cable. Plug the adapter
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Figure 1–7. Direct Connection to a Computer Using a Standard Cable and a Crossover Adapter
Computer
ETHERNET
EthernetBlaster Communications Cable,
Ethernet Port Side View
ETHERNET
Ethernet Jack
DC12V
Crossover
Adapter
ETHERNET
Ethernet
Jack
EIA/TIA 568B
Connector
EIA/TIA 568B
Connector
CAT 5 UTP
Standard Cable
3. Connect the 10-pin female plug of the flexible, PCB-shielded cable
labeled “BLASTER SIDE” to the 10-pin female target port on the
Ethernet communications cable, and the 10-pin female plug of the
cable labeled “TARGET SIDE” to the 10-pin male header on the
4. Plug the supplied 12.0 VDC wall transformer into a power outlet
and then into the EthernetBlaster communications cable.
5. Reconnect the power cable to the target circuit board to reapply
power.
6. To access the EthernetBlaster Status web page, configure your
computer to an address in the 192.168.0.X network domain and then
opens.
Refer to your operating system manual or contact your
network administrator for instruction on how to change
your IP address.
To maintain your computer’s IP address and change the
EthernetBlaster communications cable default IP address, see
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7. In the EthernetBlaster login window, enter admin as the login and
password as the default password. The EthernetBlaster Status
page opens displaying the status of your EthernetBlaster
communications cable including the current IP address. See
See Chapter 2, “Managing Passwords,” to manage your
password after initial login.
8. To set up the EthernetBlaster communications cable in the
Quartus II software, see “Setting Up the EthernetBlaster Hardware
Configuring the EthernetBlaster Hardware to Use Static IP
Addressing
By default, the EthernetBlaster communications cable is factory
configured to use dynamic IP addressing.
Depending on your connection mode, this section assumes that
you have completed the steps in “Remote Connection via
To configure your cable to use static IP addressing and complete your
remote connection, follow the directions below:
1. Open the EthernetBlaster Status page.
2. Click the Change Settings tab and select Static IP from the
Connection Type menu. Enter the desired IP address and other
Contact your network administrator if you do not know the
settings to complete the Change Settings page.
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Figure 1–8. EthernetBlaster Change Settings Page
3. Click Apply. The EthernetBlaster communications cable
automatically restarts. When the status LED returns to a steady
green state, the EthernetBlaster communications cable has
successfully restarted and can now be added to the Quartus II
software. See “Setting Up the EthernetBlaster Hardware in the
Configuring the EthernetBlaster Hardware to Use Dynamic IP
Addressing
To configure the EthernetBlaster communications cable to use dynamic
IP addressing, follow the directions below:
Depending on your connection mode, this section assumes that
you have completed the steps in “Remote Connection via
1. Open the EthernetBlaster Status page.
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2. Click the Change Settings tab and select DHCP from the
Figure 1–9. EthernetBlaster Change Settings Page
Contact your network administrator if you do not know the
settings to complete the Change Settings page.
3. Click Apply. The EthernetBlaster communications cable
automatically restarts. When the status LED returns to a steady
green state, the EthernetBlaster communications cable has
successfully restarted and can now be added to the Quartus II
software. See “Setting Up the EthernetBlaster Hardware in the
Setting Up the EthernetBlaster Hardware in the Quartus II
Software
Use the following steps to set up the EthernetBlaster communications
cable in the Quartus II software.
1. Start the Quartus II software.
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2. Choose Programmer (Tools menu).
3. Click Hardware Setup. The Hardware Settings tab of the Hardware
Setup dialog box is displayed.
4. Click Add Hardware. The Add Hardware dialog box is displayed.
Select EthernetBlaster and click Auto Detect.
The server name list is automatically populated with the
EthernetBlaster communications cable detected on your
subnet if Auto Detect is selected. However, if the cable is
not on your subnet, you must manually type the name or IP
address of the EthernetBlaster cable in the Server Name
field of the Add Hardware dialog box.
If you are using a direct connection to your computer, type
192.168.0.50 in the Server Name field.
5. Type the server password in the Server password field (“password”
is the factory default), and click OK.
6. EthernetBlaster is now visible in the Available hardware items list
Figure 1–10. Hardware Setup Dialog Box
7. Click Close to close the Hardware Setup dialog box.
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8. In the Mode list, select the desired mode (Programmer window).
The EthernetBlaster communications cable supports the
Joint Test Action Group (JTAG), Passive Serial
Programming, and Active Serial modes.
Table 1–2. Programming Modes
Mode
Mode Description
Joint Test Action Group (JTAG) Programs or configures all Altera devices
supported by the Quartus II software, excluding
FLEX 6000 devices.
In-Socket Programming
Not supported by the EthernetBlaster cable.
Passive Serial Programming
Configures all Altera devices supported by the
Quartus II software, excluding the following
devices: MAX 3000 and MAX 7000 devices,
advanced configuration devices, and serial
configuration devices.
Active Serial Programming
Programs a single EPCS1, EPCS4, EPCS16,
or EPCS64 serial configuration device.
Removing the EthernetBlaster Hardware from the Quartus II
Software
Changes to the EthernetBlaster communications cable setup, including
password change and IP addressing mode change, necessitate removal of
the cable from the Quartus II Programmer Hardware setup on client
systems, followed by adding the cable back into the Quartus II
Programmer Hardware setup. To remove the EthernetBlaster
communications cable from the Quartus II Programmer hardware setup,
follow the instructions below.
1. Start the Quartus II software.
2. Choose Programmer (Tools menu).
3. Click Hardware Setup. The Hardware Settings tab of the Hardware
Setup dialog box is displayed.
4. Click JTAG Settings. The JTAG Settings dialog box is displayed.
Select the corresponding hostname or IP address of the
EthernetBlaster hardware to remove. Click Remove Server.
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Quartus II Software” on page 1–13 for instructions to add
the EthernetBlaster communications cable back into the
Quartus II Programmer Hardware setup.
For details about programming devices and creating secondary
programming files, see the “Programming & Configuration” chapter of
the Introduction to Quartus II Manual.
For further information, see the Programming module of the Quartus II
online tutorial.
For further information, refer to the following topics in the Quartus II
online Help:
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Programmer Introduction
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Overview: Converting Programming Files
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Chapter 2. EthernetBlaster
Communications Cable
Administration
This chapter describes how to administer your EthernetBlaster
communications cable:
Introduction
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Changing the Quartus® II Remote Connection Password
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Networking allows multiple users in both remote and local locations to
use the EthernetBlaster communications cable, increasing the
productivity in prototyping and debugging. However, because of this
flexibility, it is necessary to limit and control user access using the
provided password service in the EthernetBlaster communications cable
setup.
Managing
Passwords
The EthernetBlaster communications cable contains two types of
passwords, an administrative password and a Quartus II remote
connection password.
The administrative password is the master password used to enter the
EthernetBlaster administrative web page. If you know the administrative
password you have full control of settings and the ability to modify both
the administrative password and the Quartus II remote connection
password.
The Quartus II remote connection password enables clients to add the
EthernetBlaster hardware to their Quartus II Programmer hardware
setup. This password is used to control who has access to the
EthernetBlaster communications cable. However, they do not have access
to the EthernetBlaster administrative web page and cannot modify the
settings or change passwords.
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Managing Passwords
When you change the Quartus II remote connection password,
client systems using the EthernetBlaster communications cable
must remove the hardware from their Quartus II Programmer
hardware setup. See Chapter 1, “Removing the EthernetBlaster
Hardware from the Quartus II Software Programmer Hardware
Setup” for details. The hardware then needs to be added back
into the Quartus II software. See Chapter 1, “Setting Up the
EthernetBlaster Hardware in the Quartus II Software” for
details.
Changing the Administrative Password
To change the administrative password, follow the directions below:
1. Open and log into the EthernetBlaster administrative web page in
your browser.
See Chapter 1, “Setup,” for instructions on accessing the
administrative web page using your specific connection.
Figure 2–1. Change Admin Password Page
3. Enter the new administrative password in the New Password field
and again in the Confirm New Password field. Click Apply.
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The new password takes effect immediately when logging back into
the administrative web page.
The EthernetBlaster communications cable does not restart
when the administrative password is reset.
Changing the Quartus II Remote Connection Password
To change the Quartus II remote connection password, follow the
directions below:
1. Open and log into the EthernetBlaster administrative web page in
your browser.
See Chapter 1, “Setup,” for instructions on accessing the
administrative web page using your specific connection.
below.
Figure 2–2. Change Quartus II Remote Connection Password Page
3. Enter the new Quartus II remote connection password in the New
Password field and again in the Confirm New Password field. Click
Apply.
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Resetting the Hardware
The EthernetBlaster communications cable restarts. When the status
LED emits a steady green light, the EthernetBlaster has successfully
reset and the new password is effective.
The EthernetBlaster communications cable reset button is located on the
Resetting the
Hardware
Figure 2–3. Machine Reset button
DC12V
ETHERNET
Machine Reset
Paper clip
Use a small pointed object such as a paper clip to press the machine reset
button to restart and reset all values to the default factory settings. See
Table 2–1. Default Factory Settings
Setting
Value
Connection Type
Host name
DHCP
acebXXXX (1)
Clear
Domain name
Timeserver Name/IP
IP Address
Clear
192.168.0.50
255.255.255.0
192.168.0.1
0.0.0.0
Subnet Mask
Default Router
DNS Server 1
DNS Server 2
0.0.0.0
Administrative Password
password
password
Quartus II Remote Connection Password
Note:
(1) The host name and MAC address are located on the label on the base of
your cable. The last 4 digits of the MAC address represent the “XXXX” in the
host name.
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EthernetBlaster Communications Cable Administration
When the EthernetBlaster is reset, existing client systems using
passwords other than the factory default must remove the
EthernetBlaster hardware from their Quartus II Programmer
Hardware Setup. See Chapter 1, “Removing the EthernetBlaster
Hardware from the Quartus II Software Programmer Hardware
Setup” for instructions on removal of the EthernetBlaster
hardware. The hardware then needs to be added back into the
Quartus II software. See Chapter 1, “Setting Up the
EthernetBlaster Hardware in the Quartus II Software” for
details.
The EthernetBlaster communications cable has been designed to enable
remote firmware upgrade when a new version of firmware is available
from Altera Corporation. New firmware may contain enhanced features,
better performance, or bug fixes.
Firmware
Upgrade
Do not turn off the EthernetBlaster communications cable power
when performing the firmware upgrade or severe damage will
occur.
Firmware upgrades are included in Quartus II releases. Firmware
upgrades and GPL source code updates are also available on the Altera
To upgrade the EthernetBlaster communications firmware, follow the
directions below.
1. Open and log into the EthernetBlaster Configuration
administrative web page in your browser.
See Chapter 1, “Setup” for instructions on accessing the
administrative web page using your specific connection.
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Firmware Upgrade
Figure 2–4. Upgrade Firmware Page
3. Click Browse and then locate and select the firmware file on your
system. Click Apply.
The EthernetBlaster communications cable restarts automatically
after the firmware has been successfully upgraded. When the status
LED returns to a steady green state, the EthernetBlaster
communications cable has restarted successfully.
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Chapter 3. EthernetBlaster
Communications Cable
Specifications
This chapter provides comprehensive information about the
EthernetBlaster communications cable, including the following:
Overview
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EthernetBlaster hardware connections
Operating conditions
The EthernetBlaster cable connects to an Ethernet cable with a RJ45 jack
to a 10/100Base-T Ethernet hub/switch (via a straight 8-wire data cable)
or a 10/100Base-T Ethernet port of a PC (via a crossover data cable).
Depending on your connection (remote or direct), data is downloaded
through the EthernetBlaster communications cable to the circuit board
via the connections discussed in this section.
EthernetBlaster
Hardware
Connections
Voltage Requirements
The EthernetBlaster VCC(TARGET) pin must be connected to a specific
voltage for the device being programmed. Connect pull-up resistors to
Table 3–1. EthernetBlaster VCC(TARGET) Pin Voltage Requirements
Device Family
EthernetBlaster VCC Voltage Required
MAX® II devices
As specified by VCCIO of Bank 1
MAX 7000S devices
5 V
MAX 7000AE and MAX 3000A devices
MAX 7000B devices
3.3 V
2.5 V
Stratix® II, Stratix GX, and Stratix devices
As specified by VCCSEL
Cyclone™ II, Cyclone, APEX™ II, APEX 20K, and Mercury™ devices
As specified by VCCIO
5 V
FLEX 10K®, FLEX® 8000, and FLEX 6000 devices
FLEX 10KE devices
2.5 V
FLEX 10KA and FLEX 6000A devices
EPC2 devices
3.3 V
5 V or 3.3 V
3.3 V
EPC4, EPC8, and EPC16 devices
EPCS1, EPCS4, EPCS16, and EPCS64 devices
3.3 V
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EthernetBlaster Hardware Connections
EthernetBlaster Ethernet Jack Connection
The Ethernet cable Ethernet jack connects to the EthernetBlaster
communications cable Ethernet port. The Ethernet jack pin number
Figure 3–1. Ethernet Jack Pin Number Designations
Pin Signal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
TxData +
TxData
RecvData +
-
-
-
8
1
RecvData
-
-
-
EthernetBlaster Plug Connection
The 10-pin female plug connects to a 10-pin male header on the circuit
Figure 3–2. EthernetBlaseter 10-Pin Female Target-Side Plug Dimensions
0.425 Typ.
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0.250 Typ.
0.100 Sq.
0.025 Sq.
0.700 Typ.
Dimensions are shown in inches. Spacing between pin centers is 0.1 inches.
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Table 3–2 identifies the 10-pin female plug pin names and the
corresponding programming mode.
Table 3–2. EthernetBlaster Female Plug Signal Names & Programming Modes
AS Mode
Description
PS Mode
JTAG Mode
Signal Name Description
TCK
Pin
Signal Name
DCLK
Signal Name
DCLK
Description
1
2
3
Clock signal
Clock signal
Clock signal
Signal ground
Signal ground
Signal ground
GND
GND
GND
TDO
Configuration
done
Configuration
done
Data from
device
CONF_DONE
CONF_DONE
4
5
6
7
8
Target power
supply
Target power
supply
Target power
supply
VCC(TARGET)
nCONFIG
nCE
VCC(TARGET)
VCC(TARGET)
Configuration
control
Configuration
control
JTAG state
machine control
nCONFIG
TMS
Cyclone chip
enable
No connect
No connect
No connect
No connect
–
nSTATUS
–
–
Active serial data
out
Configuration
status
DATAOUT
nCS
–
Serial
No connect
–
configuration
device chip select
9
Active serial data
in
Data to device
Signal ground
Data to device
Signal ground
ASDI
GND
DATA0
GND
TDI
GND
10
Signal ground
The circuit board must supply VCC(TARGET) and ground to the
EthernetBlaster cable for the I/O drivers.
Circuit Board Header Connection
The circuit board's 10-pin male header, which connects to the
EthernetBlaster cable's 10-pin female plug, has two rows of five pins.
These pins are connected to the device’s programming or configuration
header.
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Operating Conditions
Figure 3–3. 10-Pin Male Header Dimensions
Top View
Side View
0.100
0.025 Sq
.
0.100
0.235
Dimensions are shown in inches.
operating conditions, and DC operating conditions for the cable.
Operating
Conditions
Table 3–3. EthernetBlaster Cable Absolute Maximum Ratings
Symbol
Parameter
Conditions
With respect to ground
With respect to ground
TDO or dataout
Min
–0.3
Max Unit
VCC(TARGET) Target supply voltage
5.5
V
VCC(SYS)
System supply voltage
Input current
–0.5
14.0
10.0
10.0
V
II
–10.0
–10.0
mA
mA
Io
Output current
TCK, TMS, TDI, nCS, nCE
Table 3–4. EthernetBlaster Cable Recommended Operating Conditions
Symbol Parameter Conditions
Min
Max Unit
VCC(TARGET) Target supply voltage, 5.0-V operation
Target supply voltage, 3.3-V operation
Target supply voltage, 2.5-V operation
Target supply voltage, 1.8-V operation
Target supply voltage, 1.5-V operation
4.75
3.0
5.25
3.6
V
V
V
V
V
2.375 2.625
1.71
1.43
1.89
1.57
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Table 3–5. EthernetBlaster Cable DC Operating Conditions
Symbol
Parameter
High-level input voltage
High-level input voltage
Low-level input voltage
Conditions
Min
VCC(TARGET) –0.2
3.1
Max Unit
VCC(TARGET) < or = 3.3 V
VCC(TARGET) > 3.3 V
VIH
V
V
VIL
0.15
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
V
5.0-V high-level output voltage VCC(TARGET) = 4.5 V, IOH = 20 µA
3.3-V high-level output voltage VCC(TARGET) = 3.0 V, IOH = 20 µA
2.5-V high-level output voltage VCC(TARGET) = 2.375 V, IOH = 20 µA
1.8-V high-level output voltage VCC(TARGET) = 1.71 V, IOH = 20 µA
1.5-V high-level output voltage VCC(TARGET) = 1.43 V, IOH = 20 µA
VOH
3.3
2.0
1.6
1.15
0.95
5.0-V low-level output voltage
3.3-V low-level output voltage
2.5-V low-level output voltage
1.8-V low-level output voltage
1.5-V low-level output voltage
Operating current (No Load)
VCC(TARGET) = 5.5 V, IOL = 1 mA
VCC(TARGET) = 3.6 V, IOL = 1 mA
VCC(TARGET) = 2.625 V, IOL = 1 mA
VCC(TARGET) = 1.89 V, IOL = 1 mA
VCC(TARGET) = 1.57 V, IOL = 1 mA
Typical ICC(SYS) = 350mA @ VCC(SYS) = 12V
VOL
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
0.4
ICC(SYS)
700 mA
For more information on configuration and in-system programmability
(ISP), see the following sources:
References
■
■
“Configuring Cyclone FPGAs” chapter in the Cyclone Device
Handbook
■
■
■
■
“Configuring Cyclone II Devices” chapter in the Cyclone II Device
Handbook
“Configuring Stratix II Devices” chapter in Volume 2 of the Stratix II
Device Handbook
“Configuring Stratix and Stratix GX Devices” chapter in the Stratix
Device Handbook
“In-System Programmability Guidelines for MAX II Devices”
chapter in the MAX II Device Handbook
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Serial Configuration Devices Data Sheet
“Programming & Configuration” chapter in the Introduction to
Quartus II manual
■
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The Programming module of the Quartus II online tutorial
Refer to the following glossary definitions in Quartus II Help:
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●
●
“EthernetBlaster Cable” (general description)
“Configuration scheme” (general description)
“Programming files” (general description)
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Revision History
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Refer to the following procedures in Quartus II Help:
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Programming a Single Device or Multiple Devices in JTAG or
Passive Serial Mode
Programming a Single Device in Active Serial Programming
Mode
Selecting the Communications Cable for the SignalTap II Logic
Analyzer
■
Refer to the following introduction and overview topics in
Quartus® II Help:
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Programmer Introduction
Overview: Working with Chain Description Files
Overview: Converting Programming Files
The table below shows the revision history of this user guide.
Revision History
Chapter
Date
Version
Changes Made
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