Article ID: 000075746 Content Type: Troubleshooting Last Reviewed: 09/11/2012

Why do I get a "Unable to scan device chain. Can't scan JTAG chain" error when trying to configure or Auto Detect my Cyclone III FPGA Starter Kit?

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Description You may receive a "Unable to scan device chain. Can't scan JTAG chain" error when trying to configure or Auto Detect your Cyclone® III FPGA Starter Kit using the embedded USB-Blaster™ when jumper J8 is shunted (jumpered). To be able to configure the Cyclone III device using the embedded USB-Blaster the shunt on jumper J8 will need to be removed.

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Cyclone® III FPGAs