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|title        = MiSTer
 
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|developer    = MiSTer-devel<br/><small>(MiSTer Team)</small>
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|version      = [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel Git]
 
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|platform      = Terasic DE10-nano (with add-ons)
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|architecture  = [[FPGA]]
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|target        = Various
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|compatibility = Varies, see [[#Supported systems|supported systems]]
 
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|website      = [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel/Main_MiSTer/wiki MiSTer wiki]
 
|website      = [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel/Main_MiSTer/wiki MiSTer wiki]
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|prog-lang    = Verilog, VHDL, SystemVerilog
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|support      = [https://www.paypal.me/FPGAMiSTer PayPal]<br/>[https://www.patreon.com/FPGAMiSTer Patreon]
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|license      = Varies between GPL3 and MIT
 
|source        = [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel GitHub]
 
|source        = [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel GitHub]
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'''MiSTer''' is an open source hardware reimplementation project designed to be used on an [[FPGA]]. It reimplements various console, arcade, and computer hardware on the [https://www.terasic.com.tw/cgi-bin/page/archive.pl?Language=English&CategoryNo=167&No=1046 Terasic DE10-nano] development board as opposed to running projects like [[Lakka]] on an ARM-based [[Emulation Boxes|DIY emulation box]]. MiSTer is a fork of MiST, which is a similar project; the difference is that MiSTer targets a more powerful board to allow for more complex hardware implementations.
  
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Contrary to what one might think, the Terasic DE10-nano doesn't just have an FPGA; the system also contains an ARM processor and DDR3 memory which is used with an optimized Linux kernel to interface with files-- the system can even run [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel/Main_MiSTer/wiki/Desktop-Linux Lubuntu 16.04] if one wanted to. The difference between a board like the DE10-nano and, say, a Raspberry Pi is the addition of an entire FPGA which handles the bulk of the system core.
  
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'''MiSTeR''' is an open source reproduction/emulation project designed around the [[FPGA]] equipped [https://www.terasic.com.tw/cgi-bin/page/archive.pl?Language=English&CategoryNo=167&No=1046 Terasic DE10-nano]. MiSTer re-implements  original classic console, arcade and computer hardware in FPGA.  
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MiSTer also maintains schematics for a few additional boards; some cores will often require the SDRAM board, as it allows for better handling of memory than what the DDR3 unit provides. The DE10-nano only includes HDMI output so the I/O board is needed if VGA connectivity is desired.
  
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==Setup==
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<!--this is based on a quick skim through the wiki. there may be more that could be needed-->
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Follow [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel/Main_MiSTer/wiki/How-to-start-with-MiSTer these] [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel/Main_MiSTer/wiki/Setup-Guide two] pages to get started (and [https://github.com/MiSTer-devel/Main_MiSTer/wiki/SDRAM-Board this one] if you plan on using a core that requires SDRAM).
  
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==Download==
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==Overview==
  
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===Supported systems===
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<!-- TODO: Arcade systems require a different table. Their wiki lists a lot of them on the side, so it may be optimal to set it as collapsible. -->
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<!-- TODO: Add an informational legend. They use their own terminology when determining the status of cores. They are (in order from best to worst) SuperStar, Good, Advanced, and WIP. These terms are kept in the table but the distinction between "Good" and "SuperStar" might be necessary. -->
  
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==Overview==
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{| class="wikitable sortable"
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|-
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! scope="col"|System
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! scope="col"|Classification
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! scope="col"|Status
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|-
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|Bally Astrocade
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Atari 2600 emulators|Atari 2600]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Atari 5200 emulators|Atari 5200]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[ColecoVision emulators|ColecoVision]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Nintendo Entertainment System emulators|Nintendo Entertainment System]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Game Boy/Game Boy Color emulators|Nintendo Gameboy]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Magnavox Odyssey² emulators|Odyssey²]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[PC Engine (TurboGrafx-16) emulators|PC Engine/TurboGrafx 16 (SuperGrafx)]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Sega Genesis emulators|Sega Genesis/Mega Drive]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Master System emulators|Sega Master System]] and [[Master System emulators|Game Gear]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Super Nintendo emulators|SNES/Super Famicom]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Vectrex emulators|Vectrex]]
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|Console
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Amstrad CPC emulators|Amstrad CPC 6128]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Super Nintendo emulators|SNES (Super Famicom)]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Atari 8-bit|Atari 800 XL]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Amiga Line|Amiga]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Commodore 64 emulators|Commodore 64]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|Commodore 16 / Plus/4
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|Commodore PET
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|Commodore VIC-20
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Intel CPUs|ao486]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|SAM Coupe
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[ZX Spectrum emulators|ZX Spectrum]]
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|Computer
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|SuperStar
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|-
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|[[Apple II Line|Apple II+]]
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|Computer
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|Good
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|-
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|[[Macintosh line|Apple Macintosh Plus]]
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|Computer
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|Good
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|-
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|[[Altair 8800]]
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|Computer
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|Advanced
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|-
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|DEC PDP-1
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|Computer
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|Advanced
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|-
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|[[Neo Geo and variants|Neo Geo]]
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|Console
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|WIP
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|-
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|[[Sharp X68000 emulators|Sharp X68000]]
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|Computer
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|WIP
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|}
  
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===Add-on boards===
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The project also maintains schematics for add-on boards that users can add onto the DE10-nano. All of them are optional for the basic usage of the FPGA, but some cores may require the SDRAM board.
  
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;SDRAM:Allows FPGA cores to use memory that's better suited for reimplementations.
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;I/O:Adds a VGA connector, a 3.5mm audio jack, optical audio, three buttons, three LEDs, a secondary SD card slot, a USB 3.0-like expansion connector, and a fan that cools the FPGA. The DE10-nano only includes an HDMI connector, so this board is needed if one wants VGA support.
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;RTC:Provides a real-time clock for enthusiasts. The clock can be automatically configured if the FPGA is connected to the internet via the DE10's Ethernet port, and only two cores make use of it anyway.
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;USB hub:Adds seven USB ports under the main board.
  
 
==Resources==
 
==Resources==
 
* [https://www.retrorgb.com/tag/mister RetroRGB MiSTer news]
 
* [https://www.retrorgb.com/tag/mister RetroRGB MiSTer news]

Revision as of 13:41, 21 June 2019

This page is a WIP, feel free to help out

MiSTer
Developer(s) MiSTer-devel
(MiSTer Team)
Latest version Git
Active Yes
Platform(s) Terasic DE10-nano (with add-ons)
Architecture(s) FPGA
Emulates Various
Compatibility Varies, see supported systems
Website MiSTer wiki
Support ($) PayPal
Patreon
Programmed in Verilog, VHDL, SystemVerilog
License Varies between GPL3 and MIT
Source code GitHub

MiSTer is an open source hardware reimplementation project designed to be used on an FPGA. It reimplements various console, arcade, and computer hardware on the Terasic DE10-nano development board as opposed to running projects like Lakka on an ARM-based DIY emulation box. MiSTer is a fork of MiST, which is a similar project; the difference is that MiSTer targets a more powerful board to allow for more complex hardware implementations.

Contrary to what one might think, the Terasic DE10-nano doesn't just have an FPGA; the system also contains an ARM processor and DDR3 memory which is used with an optimized Linux kernel to interface with files-- the system can even run Lubuntu 16.04 if one wanted to. The difference between a board like the DE10-nano and, say, a Raspberry Pi is the addition of an entire FPGA which handles the bulk of the system core.

MiSTer also maintains schematics for a few additional boards; some cores will often require the SDRAM board, as it allows for better handling of memory than what the DDR3 unit provides. The DE10-nano only includes HDMI output so the I/O board is needed if VGA connectivity is desired.

Setup

Follow these two pages to get started (and this one if you plan on using a core that requires SDRAM).

Overview

Supported systems

System Classification Status
Bally Astrocade Console SuperStar
Atari 2600 Console SuperStar
Atari 5200 Console SuperStar
ColecoVision Console SuperStar
Nintendo Entertainment System Console SuperStar
Nintendo Gameboy Console SuperStar
Odyssey² Console SuperStar
PC Engine/TurboGrafx 16 (SuperGrafx) Console SuperStar
Sega Genesis/Mega Drive Console SuperStar
Sega Master System and Game Gear Console SuperStar
SNES/Super Famicom Console SuperStar
Vectrex Console SuperStar
Amstrad CPC 6128 Computer SuperStar
SNES (Super Famicom) Computer SuperStar
Atari 800 XL Computer SuperStar
Amiga Computer SuperStar
Commodore 64 Computer SuperStar
Commodore 16 / Plus/4 Computer SuperStar
Commodore PET Computer SuperStar
Commodore VIC-20 Computer SuperStar
ao486 Computer SuperStar
SAM Coupe Computer SuperStar
ZX Spectrum Computer SuperStar
Apple II+ Computer Good
Apple Macintosh Plus Computer Good
Altair 8800 Computer Advanced
DEC PDP-1 Computer Advanced
Neo Geo Console WIP
Sharp X68000 Computer WIP

Add-on boards

The project also maintains schematics for add-on boards that users can add onto the DE10-nano. All of them are optional for the basic usage of the FPGA, but some cores may require the SDRAM board.

SDRAM
Allows FPGA cores to use memory that's better suited for reimplementations.
I/O
Adds a VGA connector, a 3.5mm audio jack, optical audio, three buttons, three LEDs, a secondary SD card slot, a USB 3.0-like expansion connector, and a fan that cools the FPGA. The DE10-nano only includes an HDMI connector, so this board is needed if one wants VGA support.
RTC
Provides a real-time clock for enthusiasts. The clock can be automatically configured if the FPGA is connected to the internet via the DE10's Ethernet port, and only two cores make use of it anyway.
USB hub
Adds seven USB ports under the main board.

Resources

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