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Semiconductor storing apparatus and flash memory operation method

US11487343B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 26, 2020
Grant dateNov 1, 2022
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Expiry dateJun 18, 2040

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02D30/50
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A semiconductor storing apparatus and a flash memory operation method, for shortening a recovery time from a deep power-down (DPD) mode without a dedicated command for the DPD are provided. A flash memory includes: a standard command interface circuit and a DPD controller, operating through an external power voltage; a voltage supply node, for supplying power from the external power voltage via a first current path; a voltage supply node, for supplying power from the external power voltage via a second current path; an internal circuit group, connected to the voltage supply node; and a charge pump circuit, connected to the voltage supply node. When the DPD mode is released, the internal circuit group is enabled after the charge pump circuit is enabled.

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