DN5000k10
Stratix-Based
ASIC Prototyping Engine

The DN5000k10 is a complete logic emulation system
that enables ASIC or IP designers to prototype logic and memory
designs for a fraction of the cost of other solutions. The DN5000k10
is also applicable to algorithmic acceleration and reconfigurable
computing. The DN5000k10 can be hosted in a 32/64 bit PCI / PCI
- X slot, or can be used standalone. A single DN5000k10 configured
with five 1S80s can emulate up to 3–4 million gates of logic as
measured by LSI (not including memories, multipliers, and DSP
functions). The DN5000k10 achieves high gate density and allows
for fast memory. High I / O count, 1508-pin, flip-chip BGA packages
are employed providing for abundant, fixed interconnect between
the FPGA s. A total of 485 test pins are provided on the top of
the PWB for logic analyzer-based debugging, or for pattern generator
stimulus. Custom daughter cards can be mounted to these connectors
as a means of interfacing the DN5000k10 to application-specific
circuits. A reference 32-bit PCI target design and test bench
is provided (in Verilog/ VHDL ) at no additional cost.
Easy Configuration Via SmartMedia
The configuration bit files for the FPGA s are
copied onto a SmartMedia FLASH card (provided) and an on-board
ATmega128L microprocessor controls the FPGA configuration process.
Visibility into the configuration process is enhanced with an
RS232 port. Sanity checks are performed automatically on the configuration
bit files, streamlining the configuration process. Quick FPGA
configuration occurs at the fastest possible parallel frequency.
Eight LED s provide instant status and operational feedback. Two
of these LED s are connected to the CPLD and are userconfigurable.