Flash Programming in Focus Roundup

September 24, 2025

Hi Reader,

We’ve pulled together some interesting resources on flash programming that we think you’ll find valuable:

  • Everspin MRAM white paper

  • XJFlash press release on breaking speed records

  • Active Silicon case study showcasing real-world results

  • Flash programming webinar on device programming methods

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WHITE PAPER
High Speed Programming of Everspin Technologies’
PERSYST xSPI MRAM using XJFlash

This paper outlines the various JTAG-based programming techniques within the XJTAG system and compares their performance.

Find out how innovations like XJFlash overcome limitations of traditional methods, to deliver significantly faster programming for non-volatile memory (NVM).

Estimated read time: ~6 min
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PRESS RELEASE
XJTAG Ultra-Fast Flash Programmer new speed records

Earlier in July, we announced new speed records set by XJFlash, the ultra-fast in-system flash programmer that uses the JTAG interface to connect to the target board, configuring an on-board FPGA to program a flash device at the maximum supported speed.

In real-world testing with pseudo-random data, a sustained data transfer rate of 32 Mbps was achieved, writing to an Everspin MRAM device. With typical data, even faster speeds are theoretically possible as XJFlash utilises compression on the data transfer algorithm through the JTAG link.

Estimated read time: ~2 min
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CASE STUDY
Vision Systems Innovator Programs Flash Faster with XJTAG

Discover how Active Silicon uses XJTAG boundary scan to test its range of high-performance frame grabbers and camera interface products.

In addition to saving time by performing high-speed flash programming, XJTAG quickly achieves high test coverage enabling functional tests to be shorter and simpler for greater overall speed and efficiency.

Estimated read time: ~2 min
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WEBINAR VIDEO
High-Speed Flash Programming using JTAG

Using JTAG for flash programming is an extremely convenient and powerful technique as it allows you to leverage an existing JTAG connection to the board. This means that no further hardware considerations are required and the programming can be performed after board assembly.

Explore the various JTAG methods available, and how to achieve the fastest, most cost-effective in-system flash programming solution for your hardware. Find out about the benefits of each method, how they fit into the PCB design process – with speed comparisons. The full recording of this past session is now available to watch on demand (no registration required).

Watch time: 20 min
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