System and method for testing a memory using DMA

Details System and method for testing a memory using DMA System and method for testing a memory using DMA

2008-03-25

2008-03-25

McCarthy, Christopher (Department: 2113)

Error detection/correction and fault detection/recovery

Data processing system error or fault handling

Reliability and availability

C714S043000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07350109

ABSTRACT:
A computer system that includes a processor, a first bus coupled to the processor, a memory controller coupled to the first bus, a memory coupled to the memory controller, a first input/output (I/O) controller coupled to the first bus, and a test module coupled to the first I/O controller is provided. The test module is configured to cause tests to be performed on the memory using the first bus.

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