Techniques for performing memory diagnostics
US7818625B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 17, 2005 |
| Grant date | Oct 19, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F11/2268
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Techniques are provided for performing memory diagnostics. A portion of physical memory is locked using functionality included in an operating system. At least one memory diagnostic test is executed on the portion producing a result. It is determined, in accordance with the result, whether a memory problem exists for the portion of physical memory.
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