What is ModelSim software used for?

ModelSim is a multi-language environment by Mentor Graphics, for simulation of hardware description languages such as VHDL, Verilog and SystemC, and includes a built-in C debugger. ModelSim can be used independently, or in conjunction with Intel Quartus Prime, PSIM, Xilinx ISE or Xilinx Vivado.

What is ModelSim Intel FPGA?

The ModelSim*-Intel® FPGA edition software is a version of the ModelSim* software targeted for Intel® FPGAs devices. The software supports Intel gate-level libraries and includes behavioral simulation, HDL testbenches, and Tcl scripting.

What is FPGA simulation?

Simulation requires a form of input stimulus and then FPGA simulator software can determine the corresponding outputs. There are two ways to create input stimulus: Using an interactive waveform editor (easy). Using a testbench (a bit harder).

How much does ModelSim cost?

Pricing (USD)

Qty.	Unit Price	Ext. Price
1	$1,995.00	$1,995.00

Why work is empty in ModelSim?

Else ModelSim might be simply compiling an empty file – which would, of course, yield nothing to add to a library. If that’s not the case, try this: Delete old work library. Use File > Change Directory to change to your working directory.

Is ModelSim open source?

ModelSim is described as ‘-Altera Software’. There are seven alternatives to ModelSim for Windows, Linux, Online / Web-based and Mac. The best alternative is gEDA Project, which is both free and Open Source.

What is the difference between ModelSim and Questasim?

Questa is Mentor’s flagship product that has full System Verilog simulation support. Modelsim is an older product that has limited support for System Verilog. If you plan on using OVM/UVM then you would want to go with Questa, otherwise Modelsim is good enough.

How do you simulate an FPGA?

Procedure

1. Open an existing LabVIEW project that contains an FPGA target; see Create a new FPGA project.
2. Right-click the “FPGA Target”, choose “Select Execution Mode”, and then “Simulation (Simulated I/O)”; confirm that the word “Simulation” appears in the FPGA Target label.
3. Run the VI as you normally would.

Is there a free version of ModelSim?

There are two opportunities to get a legal free Modelsim license: If you are a student, you can get a free student edition at Mentor website link. From Altera website, downloading Quartus II web edition. Altera provides a free license limited to Altera FPGA.

How do I add a file to ModelSim?

Go to Simulate, click Start Simulation. At the Design tab, search for work, then expand the work and select your testbench file. At the Libraries tab, click Add. Select library lpm, then click OK.