ARM MPS3 Getting Started Manual

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MPS3 FPGA Prototyping Board

Installing the memory module

The Arm MPS3 FPGA Prototyping Board is supplied with a SO-DIMM memory module. This module is not

installed at the factory to reduce the possibility of it being damaged during transport. To install the memory

module, begin by sliding it into the socket at an angle (as shown in Figure 2), oriented so that the slot in the

edge-connector of the module aligns with the keying bar across the opening in the socket. Be sure to push it

all the way in or else it will not make proper contact with the pins of the socket. Then move the module into

the vertical position. It should engage with the catches at the ends of the socket, making an audible clicking

noise as it does so.

Note that you should use anti-static handling precautions while installing the memory module to avoid

damaging the board or the module due to electrostatic discharge.

Power

The Arm MPS3 FPGA Prototyping Board requires 12-volt DC power. Connect the supplied 12-volt power

adapter to the 12V power connector, shown in the top left corner of the Figure 1

Getting Started Guide

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Page 1 Figure 1 Installing the memory module The Arm MPS3 FPGA Prototyping Board is supplied with a SO-DIMM memory module. This module is not installed at the factory to reduce the possibility of it being damaged during transport. To install the memory module, begin by sliding it into the socket at an angle (as shown in Figure 2), oriented so that the slot in the edge-connector of the module aligns with the keying bar across the opening in the socket.
Page 2 Figure 2 Starting up The Arm MPS3 FPGA Prototyping Board is pre-loaded with a default factory image. To start the board up and load the default image, begin by ensuring that both configuration switches are in the UP position. Then press the red button, labelled "ON"...
Page 3 Installing application notes Application notes supplied by Arm for use on the board are provided in the form of a document with an accompanying bundle of files containing an FPGA image, configuration files, and (optionally) demonstration example software. The application note bundle includes a recovery directory which contains a complete set of configuration files for you to copy on to the board, replacing the files already on the board.
Page 4 Where to go from here • Visit the developer webpage: https://developer.arm.com/mps3 • Watch the online videos on the MPS3 board here : https://community.arm.com/developer/tools-software/oss-platforms/w/docs/216/mps3-fpga- prototyping-system © Copyright 2019 Arm. All rights reserved.