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2.2
SOFTWARE INSTALLATION
2.2.1
Installing Software Development Tools
If you haven't done so already, install your development software (CTOOLS960, GNU/960 or other) as
described in their respective manuals. All further references to CTOOLS960 or GNU/960 assume the
default directories in the respective installation program were selected. You must install the tools before
you run the example program as described in Section 2.4, CREATING AND DOWNLOADING THE
EXAMPLE PROGRAM.
The example program provided on the MON960 diskette enables you to use CTOOLS960 or GNU/960
(or other) to compile a sample application program. If you are using other software tools, these instruc-
tions generally apply; however, in some steps you will need to refer to their respective manuals for
compatible commands.
2.3
HARDWARE INSTALLATION
Follow these instructions to get your new Cyclone EP running. Be sure you have all items listed on the
checklist provided with your Cyclone Evaluation Platform.
2.3.1
Verify Cyclone EP is Functional
MAKE SURE YOU ARE GROUNDED BEFORE REMOVING THE ANTI-STATIC BAG.
OTHERWISE, SEVERE DAMAGE MAY OCCUR TO THE BOARD .
1.
Visually inspect the board for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. If there are
visible defects, return the board for replacement.
2.
Place the board in a static-free area; always take precautions to minimize static electricity.
3.
Verify that an i960 processor module is installed.
4.
Verify that the SwapROM switch (S1 position 3) DIP switch is set to OFF.
5.
To install the PCI-SDK Platform in a host system PCI slot, follow the manufacturer's instructions
for opening the host system and installing an expansion board in a PCI slot.
6.
Serial port connection for communicating and downloading: connect the RS-232 cable — the
"phone cord" — from an appropriate port (COM1 or COM2 on a PC) to J5 on the Cyclone EP.
Your system has either a DB-9 (9-pin) or a DB-25 (25-pin) connector for its RS-232 port. Both 9-
pin and 25-pin connectors are provided.
7.
Parallel port connection (optional if using MONDB.EXE) for downloading: connect a 25-pin to 25-
pin parallel port cable from an appropriate port (LPT1 or LPT2 on a PC) to J1 on the Cyclone EP.
WARNING :
GETTING STARTED
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