Getting started with the Olimex ISP500 and Arduino

[zaerth]

Hi,

I have several Atmel clone boards, which I wanted to flash with the Arduino IDE. Since the boards have an Atmel Atmega328P, I thought an AVR programmer might be useful. So, I got an Olimex ISP500. However, the device is not recognized by the Arduino IDE, and it seems to be a firmware problem. How can I find out if this is the case?

I mainly work with Linux and Mac, but all discussions I find is a needed firmware upgrade on Windows. What is the best way to use this programmer with the Arduino IDE?

[LubOlimex]

Did you follow the FAQ section at the bottom of the product page here:

https://www.olimex.com/Products/AVR/Programmers/AVR-ISP500/

There is this question "I can't get this programmer working with Arduino IDE. What should I do?".