7.5 Unlocking a Password-Protected Target Device

Newer MSP devicesfrom the FRxx families support a JTAG password lock mechanism that can be reversed by specifying a password (see the MSP430FR57xx family user's guide). This mechanism is not to be confused with the electronic fuse that permanently secures the JTAG interface.

To unlock a password-protected device, use the -p switch to provide the correct JTAG password (in hex format with a leading "0x"):

Figure 7. Unlocking a Password-Protected Target Device