Practice Input/output Blocks (iobs): The External Interface (3.1.2.3) - Introduction to FPGAs and Synthesis
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Input/Output Blocks (IOBs): The External Interface

Practice - Input/Output Blocks (IOBs): The External Interface

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Practice Questions

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary role of Input/Output Blocks (IOBs) in an FPGA?

💡 Hint: Think about what connects the FPGA to other systems.

Question 2 Easy

Name one type of voltage standard that IOBs can support.

💡 Hint: Consider common voltage definitions for circuits.

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Question 1

What does the term 'IOB' stand for?

Input/Output Buffer
Input/Output Block
Interface Output Block

💡 Hint: Think about what IOBs do.

Question 2

True or False: IOBs can only handle output signals.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider what types of signals flow through IOBs.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Given a situation where an FPGA needs to connect to both 3.3V and 5V devices, outline the steps you would take to configure the IOBs.

💡 Hint: Consider how to ensure compatibility without damaging the devices.

Challenge 2 Hard

Analyze how improper slew rate settings could affect the performance of a high-speed serial communication interface.

💡 Hint: Think about how signal transitions impact data reliability.

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