EFC read write
This example shows how to use EFC to erase and program the internal Flash memory.
Description
This example uses the EFC peripheral library to erase a row and write an array of values to the internal Flash memory. It verifies the value written by reading the values back and comparing it to the value written.
Downloading and building the application
To clone or download this application from Github, go to the main page of this repository and then click Clone button to clone this repository or download as zip file. This content can also be downloaded using content manager by following these instructions.
Path of the application within the repository is apps/efc/flash_read_write/firmware .
To build the application, refer to the following table and open the project using its IDE.
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
| sam_e70_xult.X | MPLABX Project for SAM E70 Xplained Ultra board |
| sam_v71_xult.X | MPLABX Project for SAM V71 Xplained Ultra board |
Setting up the hardware
The following table shows the target hardware for the application projects.
| Project Name | Board |
|---|---|
| sam_e70_xult.X | SAM E70 Xplained Ultra board |
| sam_v71_xult.X | SAM V71 Xplained Ultra board |
Setting up SAM E70 Xplained Ultra board
- Connect the Debug USB port on the board to the computer using a micro USB cable
Setting up SAM V71 Xplained Ultra board
- Connect the Debug USB port on the board to the computer using a micro USB cable
Running the Application
- Build and Program the application using its IDE
- LED indicates success or failure:
- The LED is turned ON when the value read from the flash matched with the written value
- The LED is turned OFF when the value read from the flash did not match with the written value
| Board | LED name |
|---|---|
| SAM E70 Xplained Ultra board | LED1 |
| SAM V71 Xplained Ultra board | LED0 |