( ESNUG 271 Item 3 ) -------------------------------------------- [11/14/97]
Subject: ( ESNUG 267 #6 268 #2 270 #7) DC 1997.08 -- To Use Or Not To Use?
> Our fatal errors with 1997.08 are related to the use of parameterized
> sub-modules. If you analyze/elaborate a design that instantiates
> a parameterized block, dc_shell croaks just as it tries to build
> the sub-module. So far I've observed this on two separate designs.
> Since we make heavy use of parameterized blocks, this is a major
> roadblock for us.
>
> We're using Verilog, although I'm not sure yet if that's significant.
> Unlike Howard Landman, we don't use connection_class at all. For
> now, 1997.08 has been declared unfit for human consumption around
> here while I try to find a work-around.
From: "Tom Harrington" <tharring@ford.com>
John,
To update the fatal error situation with Synopsys 1997.08: Recently I heard
back from the support center. They've opened a STAR for the problems we're
seeing. At our site, we'll be sticking with 1997.01 until we get either a
bug-fix release, or until 1998.01 shows up.
For those keeping score, it's STAR 48884.
- Tom Harrington
Ford Microelectronics, Inc.
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