Multi-tiered memory with different metadata levels
US9552288B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 8, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jan 24, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2212/261
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Method and apparatus for managing data in a memory. In accordance with some embodiments, a data object is stored in a first non-volatile tier of a multi-tier memory structure. A metadata unit is generated to describe the data object, the metadata unit having a selected granularity. The metadata unit is stored in a different, second non-volatile tier of the multi-tier memory structure responsive to the selected granularity.
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