Microsemi enhances IDE for SmartFusion SoCs

Microsemi has announced the release of Libero SoC v10.0, the new version of its Libero integrated design environment (IDE) for its SmartFusion FPGA-based devices.

The IDE also supports Microsemi’s IGLOO, ProASIC3 and Fusion product families.

It supports integration with software IDEs from Keil and IAR as well as Microsemi’s eclipse-based SoftConsole embedded software development environment.

Libero SoC v10.0 also provides support for soft processors embedded in Microsemi FPGAs.

There are enhancements in this version to reduce design cycle times. A pushbutton capability enables single touch operation through the entire design flow process, from synthesis to programming a connected target device.

The supplier’s SmartDesign graphical block-level platform now supports drag and drop configuration of peripherals and auto-connection of bus-based IP.

All capabilities and features present in previous versions of Libero continue to be available in Libero SoC v10.0, including SmartPower, SmartTime and the multi-view navigator.

Libero SoC v10.0 can be downloaded and installed directly from the Microsemi website at www.microsemi.com/soc

Existing licenses will support both Libero IDE and Libero SoC on both Windows and Linux. The Libero SoC Gold edition is available free of charge.

The Libero SoC Platinum edition is available on Windows and Linux platforms for higher density devices. All editions are one-year renewable licenses.