Altera HyperTransport MegaCore Function

The Altera HyperTransport MegaCore Function is a customizable IP core provided by Altera that enables designers to implement the HyperTransport standard in their FPGA designs.

The main purpose of this MegaCore Function is to provide a ready-to-use solution for incorporating HyperTransport technology into FPGA-based systems, allowing for high-performance, low-latency communication between components.

Some key features of this MegaCore Function include support for multiple links, configurable data widths and operating frequencies, error detection and correction, and compliance with the HyperTransport 3.0 specification.

By utilizing this MegaCore Function, FPGA designers can quickly and easily implement the high-speed HyperTransport interconnect standard in their designs, reducing development time and ensuring compatibility with industry-standard protocols.

This MegaCore Function is compatible with various FPGA families from Altera, including Stratix, Arria, and Cyclone series devices.

Yes, it supports link-level power management features as per the HyperTransport specification, such as various power-saving modes and clock control mechanisms.

Yes, the MegaCore Function is highly customizable. It provides a user-friendly graphical interface that allows designers to configure various parameters, including link widths, frequencies, and error correction options.

The MegaCore Function undergoes thorough testing and verification by Altera to ensure compliance with the HyperTransport standard and interoperability with other compliant devices.

Absolutely! Altera provides comprehensive integration guides, user manuals, reference designs, and application notes to assist designers in successfully incorporating the HyperTransport MegaCore Function into their FPGA-based systems.

You can obtain the MegaCore Function from Altera's official website or through authorized distributors. Additionally, it may be included as part of the IP catalog in Altera's Quartus development software.