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ECP5-5G Versa Development Board

ECP5-5G Versa Development Board

MPN: LFE5UM5G-45F-VERSA-EVN
Lattice Semiconductor Corporation
ECP5-5G FPGA Versa PCIe Card LFE5UM5G-45F ECP5-5G FPGA Embedded Evaluation Board
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Overview

The LFE5UM5G-45F-VERSA-EVN is a comprehensive evaluation platform for the Lattice ECP5-5G FPGA, designed for high-speed serial protocol prototyping. This half-length PCI Express form-factor board allows engineers to evaluate 5G SERDES performance and implement multi-protocol designs using a cost-optimized, low-power FPGA architecture.

Why Choose This Part

This board provides a low-cost entry point into 5G SERDES technology with a hardware layout that supports both PCIe and Ethernet testing. It features integrated USB-B for easy programming and UART communication, alongside 64KB of RAM and 128KB of Flash for robust on-board configuration and data handling.

Applications

PCI Express Prototyping
Develop and test PCIe x1 Gen 2.0 endpoints using the integrated SERDES and the physical PCIe edge connector.
Gigabit Ethernet Networking
Implement high-speed networking interfaces using the dual 10/100/1000 Ethernet ports and RGMII support.
High-Speed SERDES Evaluation
Characterize signal integrity and serial performance via dedicated SMA connectors for a full-duplex SERDES channel.
Industrial Control Systems
Utilize the expansion mezzanine connectors and on-board 14-segment displays to prototype complex industrial automation controllers.

Key Specifications

Type FPGA
Contents Board(s), Cable(s), Power Supply
Platform ECP5-5G FPGA Versa PCIe Card
Utilized IC / Part LFE5UM5G-45F

Getting Started

Engineers should use the Lattice Diamond design software for synthesis and device programming. Initial setup involves connecting the board via USB to utilize the on-board JTAG programming circuit and referencing the Versa Board User Guide for jumper settings related to PCIe or standalone operation.

Also Consider

ECP5 Versa Development Board Lattice Semiconductor - A nearly identical variant for standard ECP5 FPGAs without the 5G SERDES speed enhancement.
Intel Cyclone 10 LP Evaluation Kit Intel - An alternative for low-power FPGA development, though it lacks the integrated PCIe edge connector found on the Versa board.

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FPGAs & CPLDs > Lattice Semiconductor
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