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Chip performance optimization with self programmed built in self test

US6185712A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 2, 1998
Grant dateFeb 6, 2001
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Expiry dateJul 2, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C2207/2254
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

An integrated circuit (IC) chip wherein a built-in self test determines the IC's optimum electrical performance. A corresponding optimum performance setting is stored in NVRAM on the chip. Upon each chip power-up, the optimum performance setting is retrieved and provided to chip control which sets the chip for its best performance.

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