Product Overview
The WZ706 – A Customizable Derivative of Xilinx’s ZC706 Evaluation Kit
The Whizz Zynq-7000 All Programmable SoC WZ706 is a powerful evaluation kit optimized for embedded processing and high-speed connectivity applications. As a derivative of the AMD Zynq™ 7000 SoC ZC706 Evaluation Kit, the WZ706 retains its full feature set while supporting the XC7Z100 FPGA.
With integrated PCIe Gen2, SFP+, GigE Ethernet, DDR3 memory, and industry-standard FPGA Mezzanine Connectors (FMC), this platform enables rapid evaluation and development of embedded processing, high-performance networking, and system prototyping applications.
Whizz Systems offers full customization services to tailor this platform to your specific application needs.
Whizz Systems specialize in transforming development kits into fully productized, market-ready solutions for a wide range of industries
Key Features & Benefits
Engineered for High-Speed Connectivity & Scalable Customization
FPGA – Zynq-7000 XC7Z100
Memory – 1GB DDR3 (PS), 1GB DDR3 SODIMM (PL), 2x16MB Quad SPI Flash, 1KB IIC EEPROM
PCIe – Gen2x4
Clocking GigE RGMII Ethernet, SFP/SFP+ Cage, SMA pairs
Interface – 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet, SFP/SFP+ Cage, GTX port with SMA
Configuration – Onboard JTAG, Quad SPI Flash, SDIO Card Interface
Expansion –FMC-LPC, FMC-HPC, Dual Pmod, Single Pmod
Control I/O– Push buttons, DIP switches, LEDs, IIC access to GPIO
Power – 12V wall adapter, current measurement capability
Customization Options
Productize Your Development Kit for Your Applications
Whizz Systems has been delivering reference designs and customized FPGA solutions across various industries. Our experience in these sectors enables us to take your development kit and productize it to meet the specific challenges and performance requirements of your industry.
Productizing Development Kits
Convert the WZ706 into a ready-to-deploy product with tailored hardware and software.
Complete System Development
Design enclosures, firmware, and thermal solutions around the WZ706.
FPGA Modifications
Upgrade or modify the FPGA for application-specific needs.
Memory Enhancements
Expand DDR3/DDR4 configurations as per performance requirements.
Custom Connectivity
Modify PCIe lanes, add extra SFP/SFP+ ports, or customize I/O.
Software & Firmware Customization
Develop specialized drivers, GUI, or firmware.
Power & Thermal Optimization
Enhance power delivery and cooling mechanisms.
Trusted Expertise, Backed by Collaboration
Leverage Our Proven Industry Partnerships for Your Product
When you work with Whizz Systems, you gain access to a trusted partner with deep expertise in AMD Xilinx FPGA platforms. Our 25 years experience of servicing AMD/Xilinx in developing reference designs, evaluation kits, and connectivity solutions allows us to bring industry-leading experience to your project.
We understand the architecture, design methodologies, and best practices used in AMD Xilinx-based solutions because we’ve worked directly with them. Now, we’re extending that expertise to you—whether you need custom FPGA solutions, modifications to existing development kits, or full productization of your design.