Specifications

1–4 Altera Corporation
October 2007
Introduction Nios II Hardware Development Tutorial
when connecting to the Nios II processor. Revised cables have a
clearly marked revision label; earlier cables do not.
OpenCore Plus Evaluation
You can perform this tutorial, even on hardware, without a license. With
Altera's free OpenCore Plus evaluation feature, you can perform the
following actions:
■ Simulate the behavior of a Nios II processor within your system
■ Verify the functionality of your design, as well as evaluate its size
and speed quickly and easily
■ Generate time-limited device programming files for designs that
include Nios II processors
■ Program a device and verify your design in hardware
You only need to purchase a license for the Nios II processor when you
are completely satisfied with its functionality and performance, and want
to take your design to production.
f For more information on OpenCore Plus, refer to AN 320: OpenCore Plus
Evaluation of Megafunctions.