EXOSTIV is a versatile tool providing extensive capture capabilities for monitoring FPGA internal signals. It's designed to visualize operation in real-time, thus offering immense savings by mitigating FPGA bugs during production and lowering engineering costs. The tool adapts to different prototyping boards and supports a variety of FPGA configurations.
A hallmark of EXOSTIV's functionality is its ability to perform at-speed analysis in complex FPGA designs. It features robust probes like the EP16000, which connects to FPGA chip transceivers, supporting significant data rates per transceiver. This setup ensures that engineers can conduct real-world testing and accurate data capture, overcoming the hindrances often encountered with simulation-only methods.
The tool boasts a user-friendly interface centered around its Core Inserter and Probe Client software, allowing for efficient IP generation and integration into the target design. By providing comprehensive connectivity options via QSFP28 and supporting multiple platforms, EXOSTIV remains an essential asset for engineers aiming to enhance their FPGA design and validation processes.
