Article ID: 000083287 Content Type: Troubleshooting Last Reviewed: 09/11/2012

Can loading on the CONF_DONE line result in configuration failure from my configuration device?

Environment

BUILT IN - ARTICLE INTRO SECOND COMPONENT
Description

Yes, loading on the CONF_DONE line can result in Late CONF_DONE assertion or an Early CONF_DONE assertion which will cause configuration failure from your configuration device.

You can use the Program Length Count (PLC) option in Quartus® II software to verify if the error is due to a Late CONF_DONE assertion or an Early CONF_DONE assertion.

 

To use the PLC option click on File>Convert Programming Files>Advanced Option

 

Change the PLC adjustment box

 

1. To a positive value with a step size of 8 if experiencing a Late CONF_DONE error

2. To a negative value with a step size of -8 if experiencing an Early CONF_DONE error

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