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Built-in-self-test scheme for testing multiple memory elements

US5475815A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 11, 1994
Grant dateDec 12, 1995
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Expiry dateApr 11, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C29/56
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for efficiently testing a plurality of memory devices at the board level. The logic for the present invention is minimal and can be placed on a controller chip within the board design. In addition, the interconnect lines between the controller chip and each of the plurality of memory devices can also be tested. Finally, the present invention requires minimal setup time and performs a functional test of the memories in a very short period of time.

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