Embedded Web Server on Nios II Embedded FPGA Platform

Abstract

This Paper describes implementation of webserver using Altera Nios II embedded IP core, a configurable general purpose embedded RISC processor with embedded peripheral architecture. A web server is a computer that delivers web pages to other computers in the network. Every web server has a unique IP address and possibly a domain name. Any computer can work as web server by installing server software. The web server with Nios II processor is called the embedded web server. The embedded web server is a highperformance embedded web server, allows users to monitor and control their embedded applications using any standard browser. The embedded web server can communicate with the web browser through TCP/HTTP. The user can use a web browser and typing URL of website into that browser user can examine the web pages. This web server does not need dedicated high configuration computer. The web server application is designed using Altera NiosII embedded platform for uploading the information related to department. The results are verified by connecting it through intranet with in the campus. This is found to be the cheapest best solution with low power consumption for substituting traditional web servers. With Nios II soft processor approach, designers can create a perfect fit in terms of processors, peripherals, memory interfaces, performance characteristics and cost [3]. This is accomplished by using an Altera Cyclone FPGA to create a custom system-on-chip or a system-on-programmable-chip (SOPC). The SOPC designers are benefited with tremendous versatility in product features, performance, cost and life cycle management.