2.3.3 Programming the Target Using an External Programmer

How to program the target ATmega328P using the AVR® JTAGICE mkII, JTAGICE3, Atmel-ICE, or other programmers.

  1. Connect the External Programmer USB to the PC.
  2. Connect the External Programmer to the ATmega328P Xplained Mini board ISP connector.
  3. Go to Atmel Studio: Click the Tools tab, select Device Programming, and select the External Programmer connected as Tool with Device as ATmega328P and Interface to ISP, click Apply.
  4. Select “Memories”, locate the source .hex or .elf file, and click Program.