CodeWarrior revisions

[Gzhn]

Hello NXP Support,

Me and my friend are developing on NXP T2080 platform using CodeWarrior for Power Architecture.
Our current install is CW_PowerArchitecture_v10.5.1 with CCS 4.13.

We have RevD CodeWarrior TAP hardware and we are not facing any problems.

We also have RevH CodeWarrior TAP hardware which fails to connect:
- CCS reports “CC communications timeout”
- The TAP appears via USB but never completes protocol handshake
- RevD TAP works fine with same setup

Request:
- Access to a newer CodeWarrior PA release (10.6 / 10.7) or updated CCS supporting RevH TAP

- If needed, evaluation license or package links

- Or just a simple adjustment advice

Thanks.

[Bio_TICFSL]

Hello,

The

Rev. H CodeWarrior TAP was released long after CW PA v10.5.1, and the CCS (Command Converter Server) version 4.13 included in that suite does not have the necessary firmware images or drivers to handle the Rev. H hardware logic. 

To resolve this, you need to update your CCS stack, which contains the low-level drivers and firmware for the TAP. 

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1. The Solution: Update CCS (Not necessarily the whole IDE) 

You don't always need to perform a full upgrade of CodeWarrior to v10.5.1's successor to get the TAP working. NXP provides standalone CCS updates.

• Required Version: You generally need CCS v11.x or higher to reliably support Rev. H TAPs.
• Download Path:
  1. Go to the NXP CCS Download Page.
  2. Download the latest standalone CCS installer (currently often bundled with the "CodeWarrior Development Software for Networked Elements").
  3. Install it over your existing CCS directory or in a separate folder and point CodeWarrior to the new CCS executable in Remote Systems settings. 

2. Upgrading to CodeWarrior PA v10.6.2

If you prefer a clean environment, CW PA v10.6.2 is the recommended stable release for the T2080. It includes the updated CCS stack natively.

• Evaluation/Download: You can find the installer on the NXP CodeWarrior for PA product page.
• Licensing: Your existing v10.5.1 license (if it is a perpetual license with active maintenance or a subscription) usually allows you to run v10.6.x. If your license is expired, you can request an Evaluation License directly through the NXP website by clicking "Evaluation Software" on the download page. 

3. Troubleshooting the Rev. H Handshake

If you install the new CCS and still see a timeout, follow these steps to force a firmware sync:

1. Direct Connection: Connect the Rev. H TAP via USB.
2. CCS Console: Open the CCS console (usually found in the installation folder as ccs.exe).
3. Manual Update: Type the following command to see if the TAP is detected:
   config
4. If the TAP is listed but shows a firmware mismatch, CCS should prompt or allow an update via:
   update <device_name> (where device name is usually usb:x). 

Summary Table

Component	Rev. D Compatibility	Rev. H Compatibility
CCS 4.13	Supported	Incompatible (Timeout)
CCS 11.x+	Supported	Supported
CW PA 10.5.1	Native	Needs CCS Patch
CW PA 10.6.2	Native	Native

Regards

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[Gzhn]

Hello,

First of all, thank you for your assistance.

I checked the NXP download portal, but I can only find the versions I already have (CCS 4.13 and CW PA 10.5.1). I was not able to locate a newer CCS patch or a standalone CCS 11.x package required for Rev. H TAP support.

Could you please provide a direct download link to the appropriate CCS update/patch compatible with Rev. H?
Alternatively, could you share the installer for the required CCS 11.x version?

Thank you in advance for your support.

Best regards,

[Gzhn]

Hello,

First of all, thank you for your assistance.

I checked the NXP download portal, but I can only find the versions I already have (CCS 4.13 and CW PA 10.5.1). I was not able to locate a newer CCS patch or a standalone CCS 11.x package required for Rev. H TAP support.

Could you please provide a direct download link to the appropriate CCS update/patch compatible with Rev. H?
Alternatively, could you share the installer for the required CCS 11.x version?

Thank you in advance for your support.

Best regards,