After a successful compilation and software build, the Quartus II software generates one or more programming files that the Programmer can use to program or configure a device. This tutorial section describes downloading configuration data into an ARM-based Excalibur device through the MasterBlaster communication cable.
Before configuring a device, you must open the Programmer and create a Chain Description File (.cdf) that stores device name, device order, and programming and hardware setup information. You can use the CDF to configure an ARM-based Excalibur device in a Passive Serial chain.
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