Summary of SEGGER EMBEDDED STUDIO ADDS SUPPORT FOR 3RD PARTY DEBUG PROBES VIA GDB PROTOCOL
SEGGER Embedded Studio V4.20 introduces configurable support for third-party debug probes via the GDB protocol across ARM, Cortex-M, and RISC-V platforms on Windows, macOS, and Linux. It automatically launches external GDB servers like J-Link, OpenOCD, or ST-LINK in separate processes to ensure stability while allowing customizable host and port settings. The software is free for educational use and fully evaluable without restrictions.
Parts used in SEGGER Embedded Studio V4.20:
- GDB Protocol
- Third-party GDB Server
- J-Link GDB Server
- OpenOCD
- ST-LINK GDB Server
- ARM Edition
- Cortex-M Edition
- RISC-V Edition
SEGGER Embedded Studio V4.20 adds fully configurable support for debug probes using the GDB protocol. The new version can now be used with any debug probe that comes with a GDB Server.
This new feature is included in all editions: ARM, Cortex-M, and RISC-V, on Windows, macOS, and Linux 32- and 64-bit platforms.
Embedded Studio can automatically launch the 3rd party GDB Server upon starting a debug session, keeping debugging easy and convenient. Port number, host and protocol features are configurable for maximum flexibility. The GDB Server software is executed in a separate process and thus does not affect the stability of Embedded Studio.
The new implementation is tested and ready-to-go with J-Link GDB Server, OpenOCD, as well as ST-LINK GDB Server on Windows.
Embedded Studio can be easily downloaded from www.segger.com and fully evaluated without code size, feature or time limit. It can be used free of charge for educational and non-commercial purposes, without requirement to register.
“SEGGER has a broad spectrum of products. For many customers, this means we are a One-Stop solution for their needs,” said Ivo Geilenbrügge, Managing Director at SEGGER. “All products follow the same design rules and work seamlessly together. SEGGER has a long history of cooperating with other suppliers in the embedded space. If our customers, for whatever reason, prefer to combine a 3rd party or Open Source Product with our solutions, they can. This new release enables users of debug probes other than our market-leading J-Link to take full advantage of Embedded Studio.”
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What new feature does SEGGER Embedded Studio V4.20 add?
The new version adds fully configurable support for debug probes using the GDB protocol. -
Which editions include the GDB server support?
This feature is included in all editions including ARM, Cortex-M, and RISC-V. -
Can I use third-party debug probes with this software?
Yes, you can use any debug probe that comes with a GDB Server. -
Does the GDB Server affect the stability of Embedded Studio?
No, the GDB Server software is executed in a separate process so it does not affect stability. -
How do I launch the GDB Server during debugging?
Embedded Studio can automatically launch the third-party GDB Server upon starting a debug session. -
Is there a cost to evaluate the software?
You can download and fully evaluate the software without code size, feature, or time limits.
