Getting Started With Quartus II Software
This page points you to resources that can help you get started using Altera's Quartus® II design software.
Altera offers both free Quartus II Web Edition software and Quartus II subscription software. To help you choose, see Table 1and view a detailed comparison between Quartus II Web Edition and subscription edition software.
| Table 1. Available Quartus II Versions |
| Product |
Description |
| Free Quartus II Web Edition Software |
Supports all Altera's mainstream low- to mid-density FPGA and CPLD devices and includes access to most software features. |
| Quartus II Subscription Edition Software |
Supports all Altera's latest FPGAs, CPLDs, and structured ASICs and includes access to all software features. |
| Development Kit |
Include a development board, reference designs, IP cores, and a one-year, time limited evaluation license for Quartus II software. |
Table 2 lists some of the available software documentation and learning resources.
Yes. Ready-made solutions include:
Can I use my third-party software with Quartus II software?
Yes. Quartus II software works seamlessly with the industry's leading third-party EDA design tools, including many Cadence, Mentor Graphics, Synopsys, and Synplicity tools.
Can you help me switch from my current design software to Quartus II software?
Yes. You can easily:
Yes. Altera's web site offers solutions centers, including:
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