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SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit

Last modified by Microchip on 2024/06/20 12:44
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In this training topic we introduce the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit.

The SAM9X60-EK is designed for evaluating and prototyping with the high-performance, ultra-low power SAM9X60 ARM926EJ-S based microprocessor (MPU) running up to 600 MHz which can be used to develop embedded Linux®, MPLAB Harmony v3 Software Framework, or Real-Time Operating System (RTOS) applications.

For information on Microchip's MPU offerings, visit the microprocessors (MPUs) product page.

Unfortunately, the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit is no longer in production due to memory components that have been obsoleted. For those new to the SAM9X60, take a look at the SAM9X60-Curiosity Development Board.

For a comparison of features between the SAM9X60-Curiosity and SAM9X60-EK, see: SAM9X60 Curiosity Development Board - Comparison 

SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit

What is the SAM9X60-EK?

The SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit is a multi-function demonstration and development platform featuring:

  • SAM9X60 MPU
  • Mass Storage
  • Communications
  • Debugging
  • User Interface
  • Expansion
  • Power Options

How do I get started?

Start by familiarizing yourself with the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit - Features page and then jump to the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit - Booting Demo Linux Image page.

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Where can I get demo images?

Demonstration images for the SAM9X60-EK are available on the Linux4SAM website. Images are available from three build automation systems:

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How do I program the SAM9X60-EK?

Demonstration images listed above can be flashed onto an SD memory card (of size 1 GB or higher) using a utility program (such as balenaEtcher) and inserted into the J4 SD memory card slot. This is explained in the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit - Booting from SD Memory Card page.

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Where can I get source code?

Source code is available for the SAM9X60-EK at the Linux4SAM GitHub repository.

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How do I debug?

There are two methods of debugging the SAM9X60-EK.

  • The first method is by JTAG. There are two JTAG interfaces, a 20-pin IDC connecter J23 for the external debugger and an onboard SEGGER J-Link through USB port J22.
  • The second method is a Universal Asynchronous Receiver Transmitter (UART) debugger J24.

More information about both methods is available in the "SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit - Features" section. Application debugging can also be performed over a TCP/IP connection using the GDB server.

There is also a Serial Debug Port (J24) where you can:

  • View the kernel log
  • Query processes
  • Get information on various internal features of the system

For more information see, SAM9X60-EK - Console Serial Communications.

See the SAM9X60-EK - Booting Demo Linux Image page for more information about the Linux console.

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Is there any additional information on the SAM9X60-EK?

Additional information can be found on the SAM9X60-EK product webpage. There you can find:

  • User’s Guide
  • Design Files
  • Manufacturing Files
  • Links to component datasheets

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Where can I order one?

Unfortunately, the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit is no longer in production due to memory components that have been obsoleted. For those new to the SAM9X60, take a look at the SAM9X60-Curiosity Development Board.

For a comparison of features between the SAM9X60-Curiosity and SAM9X60-EK, see: SAM9X60 Curiosity Development Board - Comparison 

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What is included in the box?

Contents of the box are:

SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit Contents

What do I need to supply?

For booting demo Linux images, you will need to supply:

  • Personal computer (Windows®, macOS®, Linux) running a terminal program
  • SD memory card (1 GB or larger)

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What's Next?

Learn the features of the SAM9X60-EK on the SAM9X60-EK Evaluation Kit - Features page.

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