Article ID: 000085578 Content Type: Troubleshooting Last Reviewed: 09/11/2012

Can the BYTE# pin on enhanced configuration devices configure flash memory in byte mode?

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Description No, the BYTE# pin cannot configure the flash memory to operate in byte mode (8-bit wide mode). The enhanced configuration device controller requires that the flash memory is in word mode (16-bit wide mode). Therefore, you should connect the BYTE# pin to VCC without a pull-up resistor. Do not toggle this pin or connect it to ground or any other signal.