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MAKEBITS 5.0: Default for Done Timing option is different that in version 4.31


Record #447

Problem Title:
MAKEBITS 5.0: Default for Done Timing option is different that in version 4.31


Problem Description:




Solution 1:




PROGRAM: MAKEBITS

VERSION: 5.0

PLATFORM(s): All

SHORT DESCRIPTION:

Default for Done Timing option is different that in version 4.31

ERROR MESSAGE: N/A

LONG DESCRIPTION:


PROBLEM:

Using MAKEBITS 5.0 with a proven XC3000 design and part no longer
configures, in a design where the done timing is critical

CAUSE:

The default for done high was late done (-xa) for version 4.31 of
MAKEBITS and is now early done (-xb) for 5.0. This change eliminates
some possibilities for contention and is preferred, however users of
5.0 with older designs and systems should note the change in done timing.

SOLUTION:

Use the -xa switch with 5.0 to be compatible with a system
developed with older software that expects late done.







End of Record #447 - Last Modified: 04/01/97 07:54

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