2.2.20 Data Storage Client

The Data Storage Client allows you to create a partition within the Flash Memory System and specify the memory content for that partition. The partition can be accessed directly through the Flash Memory System buses.

When adding a Data Storage Client, the Add Data Storage Client dialog box opens with empty fields. When modifying an existing Data Storage Client, the Modify Data Storage Client dialog box displays the values that have already been configured.

Figure 2-40. Add Data Storage Client Dialog Box
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Client Name
Specifies the name of the client. The value entered is prefixed to the select and enable signal names to group all control signals associated with this client.
Start Address
Sets the starting address for the Data Storage Client.
Size of Word
Specifies the word size, in bits, of the initialized client. Supported values are 8, 16, or 32 bits.
Number of Words
Can be anywhere from 1-262144 for 8 bit words, 1–131072 for 16-bit words, and 1-65536 for 32-bit words.
Memory Content files

The content for the Flash Memory Block to initialize this client. Must be specified in one of the supported memory formats.

Format of Memory Content File
Specifies a file on disk that contains the memory content to be loaded into Flash Memory. The file must be in one of the supported formats: Intel‑Hex, Motorola‑S, Actel‑S, or Actel‑Binary.
JTAG Protection
Click the checkbox to protect your JTAG from read and write.