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Methods and apparatus for reducing memory errors

US7290185B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 28, 2005
Grant dateOct 30, 2007
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Expiry dateMay 3, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG11C2029/0409
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

In a first aspect, a first method is provided for reducing memory errors. The first method includes the steps of (1) detecting at least one error in data output from a first physical memory unit (PMU) of a memory; (2) detecting at least one error in data output from a second PMU of the memory; and (3) setting a bit indicating respective data output from a plurality of PMUs includes errors. Numerous other aspects are provided.

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