How can I program/flash the nRF52832 SoC for a prototype batch of about 30 pieces?

[Alexej Gerstmaier]

I'm currently doing tutorials with the nRF52832 DK and am asking myself this question. How would I connect the nRF52 SoCs to my PC for flashing? Also, how should I edit the code when transitioning from the DK to the SoC (is there any DK specific stuff to be removed?).

I am very much a beginner at this.

Thank you very much!

[awneil]

You provide access to SWDIO and SWCLK signals, then use a Segger J-Link or similar to connect them to the PC.

This is exactly the same as for any ARM-based chip - not specific to Nordic.

Depending on which DK you have, you may be able to use the "embedded" J-link on it.

how should I edit the code when transitioning from the DK to the SoC

Note that there is nothing special about the chips on the DKs - they are exactly the same as the ones you will buy. Therefore you will only have to modify chip-related details (eg, memory sizes) if you use a different chip variant.

Otherwise, the changes will depend on how your hardware design differs from the DK; in particular, pin assignments.

[Nguyen Hoan Hoang]

You can use multiple IDAP-Link to parallel program your boards. Specifically designed for nRF5x. It comes with software to parallel flash Softdevice + App + DFU all at once without requiring mergehex. It can also be used as JTAG debug when used with KEIL, CorssWorks or OpenOCD

[TechGeek]

Actually I have been using IDAP-Link for couple of years now. I believe I was one of the early customer. It does the work a fraction of cost compared to any thing else I have tried so far. Nguyen's customer service is awesome. I normally get immediate response and for the past year or so I didn't need any help because IDAP-Link is now pretty stable.

[Nguyen Hoan Hoang]

Thanks very much for your support.

[awneil]

Note that there is nothing special about the chips on the DKs

See: devzone.nordicsemi.com/.../