Specifications

CHAPTER 2: LICENSING ALTERA SOFTWARE
LICENSING OPTIONS
25 ■ ALTERA SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND LICENSING ALTERA CORPORATION
The SOPC Builder software is automatically installed with the Quartus II
software and does not require a separate license file. Other components that
are not available in the default installation of the SOPC Builder software,
are included with the IP Library.
The ModelSim-Altera Edition software is available for purchase and does
not require a separate license file, however, you must specify your license
file by following the steps in “Specify the License for the ModelSim-Altera
Edition Software” on page 51.
You can obtain or purchase Intellectual Property (IP) and Development Kit
licenses from the Altera IP MegaStore at www.altera.com/ipmegastore, or
through your local Altera sales office or distributor.
Development Kits Containing the Quartus II
Software
Development kits that contain the Quartus II software include instructions
for obtaining a license for that software.
When you order a development kit, make sure that the network interface
card (NIC) ID provided with the order is associated with the computer on
which the development kit software will be installed. Providing the correct
NIC ID allows you to automatically download your development kit
software license from the Altera website. To provide an updated NIC ID for
your license file, refer to “Rehosting a License” on page 35.
Non-Licensed Software
Altera also offers the Quartus II Web Edition and ModelSim-Altera Starter
Edition software, which do not require license files. Entry-level software
supports selected devices and provides limited feature support.
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For Information About Refer To
OpenCore and OpenCore Plus IP
evaluation programs
AN 320: OpenCore Plus Evaluation of
Megafunctions and AN 343: OpenCore
Evaluation of AMPP Megafunctions