2.5 Connecting to the Host Computer

Before plugging in the Atmel JTAGICE3 for the first time, be sure to install the USB driver on the host computer. This is done automatically when installing the front-end software provided free by Atmel. See www.atmel.com for further information or to download the latest front-end software.

The JTAGICE3 must be connected to an available USB port on the host computer using the USB cable provided. The JTAGICE3 contains a USB 2.0 compliant controller, and can operate in both full-speed and high-speed modes. For best results, connect the JTAGICE3 directly to a USB 2.0 compliant high-speed hub on the host computer using the cable provided.