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When first announced in September, this Java API was targeted at applications to program, test and debug programmable logic devices in manufacturing and product development environments. But the Java API for Boundary Scan, when encapsulated in Java applets, can be transmitted over the Internet to intelligent network appliances employing a Java Virtual Machine. These Java applets carry logic, or virtual hardware, which reconfigure the network appliance. With today's announcement, Java applets can now transmit software and hardware across pervasive networks around the world. This technology will enable products for the twenty first century, which can be field upgraded by an Internet Service Provider. Applications include simple bug fixes, hardware enhancements, on-line high definition digital TV protocol updates, or entirely new hardware and software functionality delivered over the Internet. "The Xilinx Internet Reconfigurable Logic initiative is a unique combination of PLDs, Java and Internet technologies. We are excited about our partnership with Sun because it will enable the development of whole new product capabilities,” said Rich Sevcik, senior vice president of software, cores and support solutions at Xilinx. “Sun is excited about the expanding role that Java technology will play in the emerging area of Internet Reconfigurable Logic. By combining this API with advanced FPGAs and the Internet, Xilinx achieves safe, ubiquitous network delivery of new hardware, which will have a profound effect on how new network products are designed in the future,” said Mark Tolliver, president of Sun's Consumer and Embedded Group. The Java API for Boundary Scan will be defined by Sun's open process in which Xilinx will lead the expert group. This open process, under Sun's guidance, ensures the API will accommodate a variety of devices from different vendors, and that all platforms are supported -- from small, resource limited embedded processors to the most complex automated test equipment. The unique “write once, run anywhere” capability eliminates the need for multiple translations and compilations across different platforms and devices, guaranteeing that Java will become the defacto standard for easily deploying boundary scan into a myriad of environments. This open, non-proprietary technology is capable of programming PLD devices from Actel, Altera, Atmel, Cypress, Gatefield, Lattice, Lucent, Philips, Vantis, Quicklogic, Waferscale, Xilinx or any other manufacturer using the IEEE 1149.1 JTAG port. This API also enables other logic, memory, and MPU/DSP devices to be programmed, debugged and tested using Java as the interface, opening up a host of Internet and network enabled components and systems. Major users such as Cabletron Systems and CAE Electronics, and third party JTAG system suppliers such as ASSET InterTech, Intelltech and Corelis, have endorsed the Java API for Boundary Scan. Xilinx is the leading innovator of complete programmable logic solutions, including advanced integrated circuits, software design tools, predefined system functions delivered as cores, and unparalleled field engineering support. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in San Jose, Calif., Xilinx invented the field programmable gate array (FPGA) and commands more than half of the world market for these devices today. Xilinx solutions enable customers to reduce significantly the time required to develop products for the computer, peripheral, telecommunications, networking, industrial control, instrumentation, high-reliability/military, and consumer markets. For more information, visit the Xilinx web site at www.xilinx.com. Xilinx is a registered trademark of Xilinx, Inc. Other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. #9849
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