I'm compiling code for a Cyclone IV using Quartus 16.0.0 and am finding that the pof file is not automatically generated during compilation. I get an sof, which I can convert to a pof using the "Convert Programming Files" utility, but this is a hassle. Older version of Quartus automatically create a pof. What gives?
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--- Quote Start --- I'm compiling code for a Cyclone IV using Quartus 16.0.0 and am finding that the pof file is not automatically generated during compilation. I get an sof, which I can convert to a pof using the "Convert Programming Files" utility, but this is a hassle. Older version of Quartus automatically create a pof. What gives? --- Quote End --- I don't think it generates a POF unless the device supports it, but I'm not completely sure. The options are in Assignments > Device > Device and Pin Options > Programming Files
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