This document is the user guide for the EthernetBlaster II Communications Cable from Altera Corporation, providing information on its installation and usage.
The EthernetBlaster II Communications Cable is designed to connect Altera devices, such as Stratix, Arria, Cyclone, and MAX series FPGAs, to client systems via a standard Ethernet network. It supports both static and dynamic IP addressing and allows for remote access and direct connections to facilitate prototyping and debugging. The cable communicates using the TCP/IP protocol and interfaces with target systems using 3.3-V LVTTL/LVCMOS and single-ended I/O standards.
| Supported Devices | Stratix, Arria, Cyclone, MAX series FPGAs |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 12.0 VDC (0.875 A) |
| Target Voltage | 1.2 V to 5.0 V |
| Operating Voltage | 3.3 V down to 1.2 V |
| Supported OS | Windows and Linux Red Hat |
| Default IP Address | 192.168.0.50 |
The default IP address is configured to 192.168.0.50.
It supports both static and dynamic IP addressing, with dynamic being the default factory setting.
The cable supports Windows and Linux Red Hat operating systems.