Xilinx extends FPGA dynamic reconfiguration capabilities in software update
The 2017.1 release of the Vivado Design Suite HLx Editions, with broad availability of Partial Reconfiguration technology, allows designers to change functionality on the fly, eliminating the need to fully reconfigure and re-establish links, enhancing the flexibility of Xilinx’ “All Programmable” devices. System upgradeability and reliability are enhanced by providing the ability to update feature sets in deployed systems, fix bugs, and migrate to new standards while critical functions remain active.
The Partial Reconfiguration technology enables dynamic configurability by swapping portions of the design while the rest remains operational, requiring zero downtime and little impact to cost or development time.
The Vivado Design Suite HLx Editions 2017.1 release is now available for download. Partial Reconfiguration functionality is now included at no additional cost with the Vivado HL Design Edition and HL System Edition. In-warranty users can regenerate their licenses to gain access to this feature. Partial Reconfiguration is available for Vivado WebPACK Edition at a reduced price.
Xilinx; www.xilinx.com/vivado
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