how to program hex file of a NIOS II project addional in bitstream programming process?

[FMutt1]

Hello,

I want to add the .hex output file of a simple NIOS II project into the download process of the bitstream in quartus. I already ​added the .qip file (necessary for memory initialization) to my quartus project. But the software isn't processed after programming. Programming and running the software via JTAG-UART works.

 I am using the Quartus Prime Lite Edtion 18.0. with the DEO-NANO development board (CYCLONE IV EP4CE22F17C6N as on board FPGA).

So what can be the reason for my problem? What do I have to add in my development process? What do I forget?

Best regards Florian

[JOHI]

Hello,

Add a rom memory component to your .Qys platform and use the .hex as an initialization file for the component.

Be careful not to use licensed IP in your configuration.

Best Regards,

Johi.

[FMutt1]

​Hello,

thank you for your answer. I added a ROM but it didn't worked. Do I have to add a BOOT Copier at my software and if yes how?

Best regards,

Flo

[Ahmed_H_Intel1]

Hi, Here you can find the required info about the NIOS II boot copier. Please check: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/programmable/documentation/lro1432739743862.html#lro1432740750432 Regards,

[Ahmed_H_Intel1]

Hi, Do you see this info sent before is useful? Regards.