Choosing Appropriate Mode

Purpose

Prototyping & Development

BitBlaster, ByteBlasterMV

System with Intelligent Host

Possible to Store Configuration Data in Mass-Storage Medium to Reduce ICs on Board

Real-Time Reconfiguration Needed

Multiple Sources of Configuration Data Supported

Field Upgrades Anticipated

New Configuration Data Can Be Supplied on Disks, Tapes

Easiest

No External Intelligence Required

Consider Using This Mode