Introduction
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SNLU237 – September 2018
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DP83869EVM User's Guide
2.2.3.2
USB-2-MDIO Software
Download the software from
http://www.ti.com/tool/usb-2-mdio
. The Web page also contains a User’s
Guide for installing and using the software.
The MSP430 is on board the EVM, so it is not required to purchase a separate MSP430 Launchpad kit
and connect to the PHY using wires. The entire EVM can be powered and controlled through a USB
connector. MSP430 and USB2MDIO utility can be used even when power is not supplied through a USB.
In case the onboard MSP430 cannot be used due to some reason, MDIO and MDC pins are also broken
out on the J15 connector. Customers can connect a MSP430 launchpad or their own MDIO-MDC utility on
J15 to access the PHY registers.