8.3. Tools and Hardware
The tools needed for programming depend on the selected memory device. If a microprocessor holds the bit-stream file, then it is merged with the software build. The processor configures the FPGA on power-up or at a specific time. For nonvolatile memory devices, such as PROMs, programming options include a joint test advisory group (JTAG), in-system programming (ISP), and third-party programmers.
8.3.1. Joint Test Advisory Group
IEEE 1149.1, Standard Test Access Port and Boundary Scan Architecture, commonly referred to as JTAG, is access pins or ports on a JTAG-compatible device that provide visibility inside the device. A lot of times the terms JTAG and boundary scan are used interchangeably. Tools needed for JTAG ...
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