PetaLinux System Development Kit

PetaLinux is the only Embedded Linux System Development Kit specifically targeting FPGA-based System-on-Chip designs. Containing everything you need to build, develop, test and deploy Embedded Linux on your next FPGA project, PetaLinux will help you achieve unparalleled productivity to maximise the time-to-market benefits of programmable logic and Embedded Linux.

PetaLinux SDK Data Sheet

PetaLinux is the System Development Kit (SDK) for Embedded Linux on Xilinx FPGAs. It supports all phases of the embedded design flow providing:

Integration with Xilinx EDK for hardware design entry and implementation, a tool that's built to work with your board out of the box.
Complete software platform including Linux kernel, standard libraries and applications, system image builder and custom application and device driver generator.
Full system simulator within the development environment, allowing you to build and test in a rapid cycle time.

PetaLinux Board Support Packages

If you are working with a traditional SoC, then a fixed BSP might make sense. FPGAs, on the other hand are infinitely reconfigurable - therin lies their attraction but also their challenge. PetaLinux was designed with a focus on FPGA platforms, and we've reinvented the idea of BSPs for FPGAs by including multiple supported reference designs across a range of performance and logic utilisation scenarios.

Custom BSP Generator

Your final design will be unique, and you can customise the reference designs to meet your needs. This is where the PetaLinux BSP generator tools come into their own. They keep your hardware and software systems synchronised, making it easier to manage your co-design flow.

IP Cores

PetaLinux accelerates your design with support for the major Xilinx Embedded Processing IP cores.

With support for Xilinx USB and PCI Host Controllers, PetaLinux opens up access to commodity WiFi (802.11), BlueTooth and mass-storage devices (including flash drives and USB hard disks) using off-the-shelf drivers and libraries. Don't spend your time trying to hunt down solutions, when it's all there in PetaLinux.

QEMU Simulator

QEMU Simulator is integrated into PetaLinux, including MicroBlaze soft processor and device models for common Xilinx IP.

You can develop your driver and software application stack, build, boot and test it in PetaLinux, all before your boards are ready! The QEMU Full Platform Simulator is seamlessly integrated into the PetaLinux environment to optimise your development cycles.

The support you need

PetaLinux includes a support environment that is responsive and keeps you moving.

When you choose PetaLinux you're getting more than just a great tool. The support you need is available when you need it. Raise support tickets and share files with your PetaLogix support team via our secure Support Portal and keep track of progress with customised reporting tools and email notifications.

Licensing

PetaLinux SDK offers flexible licensing options to suit all development models and budgets.

There are no royalty fees for shipping PetaLinux images with your product. From a single developer to an enterprise team, PetaLinux licenses include online support, one BSP, and you can get extra incident support if you need it. Each license also includes all product updates for the 12 month validity period.

Out of the Box - more good reasons to choose PetaLinux

Validated system images for your board of choice - boot Linux on your board in around 5 minutes. You don't even need any hardware design skills to get started, just start adding your software applications.
Get your MicroBlaze Embedded Linux from the people who built it and maintain it. PetaLogix are responsible for the development and maintenance of the MicroBlaze branch of the mainline Linux tree. PetaLinux is based on the latest stable Linux kernel.
Integrated full system simulator (QEMU) - make changes, rebuild your image, verify and test them all without even having a board! The simulator allows you to go through a rebuild and boot cycle quicker than a hardware target.

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PetaLogix Design Services

PetaLinux is the delivery platform for all PetaLogix Design Services. From installable BSPs for Board Bring-up to Custom IP Design and Integration, we deliver custom PetaLinux BSPs, installed in your environment for immediate verification and use.

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