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MSP430 drivers for MSP-EXP430FR4133

Other Parts Discussed in Thread: MSP-EXP430FR4133, MSP430FR4133

I just opened the MSP430 FR4133 LaunchPad Development Kit MSP-EXP430FR4133 box and on the Quick-Start Guide I read that for proper operation, drivers are needed.

Up to now I worked with TI's G2 LaunchPad since several years, and I have IAR  Embedded Workbench for MSP430 IDE Version 5.50.1 installed.

Do I have to install a new driver? If so, does my G2 LaunchPad still work then?

In former times it was important to install the driver first, before connecting the LaunchPad. Has this been changed?
The QSR says "Connect the LaunchPad using the included USB cable to a computer" before a driver has been mentioned. So I guess it doesn't matter if there is a driver or not, but I prefer to be sure, that's why I am asking.

  • Hi Dirk,

    As the Quick-Start Guide said, " It is recommended to get drivers by installing an IDE such as TI's CCS or IAR EW430". For IAR, Version 6.10.2 or later version is needed if you want to use MSP430FR4133. After the new IDE is installed, you can use both FR4133 Launchpad and G2 Launchpad directly. You do not need to care about the drivers since they are included in the IDE.

    Regards,

    Darren

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