Begin developing your application software today on the Altera® SoC FPGA Virtual Target. Based on proven virtual prototyping technology, the SoC FPGA Virtual Target is a a PC-based fast functional simulation of an embedded development system for Altera's Cyclone© V and Arria® V SoC FPGA devices. Using the Virtual Target, you can start your project early, create device-specific production software, and later move that software to your hardware platform with minimum effort.
- Learn more about the SoC FPGA Virtual Target
- Contact your local Altera sales representative to get an evaluation of the SoC FPGA Virtual Target
Product Documentation
- Get the latest product documentation on the Arria V SoC FPGA
- Get the latest product documentation on the Cyclone V SoC FPGA
- Register to receive automatic product updates by email by contacting your local sales representative
Hardware Development
The hardware design flow for the SoC FPGA includes configuring the hard processor system (HPS) and adding logic to the FPGA portion of the device. The Qsys system integration tool, part of the Quartus® II design software, performs both tasks. Qsys automatically generates an optimized network on a chip (NoC) within the FPGA, including interfaces to the HPS, to create a custom system on a chip (SoC).
- Learn about the Qsys system integration tool
- Learn about the Quartus II design software
- Download the Quartus II design software (includes Qsys)
Software Development
SoC FPGAs leverage the rich ARM® embedded software ecosystem including operating systems, middleware, and software development tools.
- Learn more about the embedded software tools available for SoC FPGAs with the integrated ARM CortexTM-A9 MPCoreTM processor
