What is difference between JTAG, AS, PS programming modes?

[TRoa]

While programming, and keeping JTAG programming mode, one development boards wants .jic file, and other demands .pof file to program flash memory. So, where these other programming mode will fit? I mean, as far as the programming modes are concerned, why I was able to program a Max10 device with pof file while in JTAG mode, but had to convert sof file to jic file to program a flash(EPCS64) of Cyclone IV device? Then when will I select AS, PS modes? please somebody clarify.

[sstrell]

A .pof programs the flash memory that's built into the MAX10 device through the JTAG interface, while the .jic file is used as a "gateway" design through the Cyclone IV device to program its attached flash. See these online trainings and their links to documentation for details:

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/programmable/support/training/course/odev1100.html

https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/programmable/support/training/course/ocnfgsch.html

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[NurAiman_M_Intel]

Hi,

Thank you sstrell for the answer.

@TRoa, you may refer to sstrell answer for this question.

Regards,

Aiman

[SATC]

Hi TRoa,

sstrell is right. But, from a programming point of view, the AS (Active Serial) is a mode configuration with EPCQ-L. Both PS (Passive Serial) and AS you will need to stored your bitstream to flash so that it is auto program during power up.