Memory system and semiconductor integrated circuit

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2007-07-30

2008-10-07

Ho, Hoai V (Department: 2827)

Static information storage and retrieval

Systems using particular element

Ferroelectric

C365S189170, C365S226000, C365S233110

Reexamination Certificate

active

07433221

ABSTRACT:
A ferroelectric memory provided in a memory system stores in advance set data for data write time to memory cells. The set data include two types of data that differ between in a power-on state and in a power-off instruction time, When power is turned on, the set data that are stored in the ferroelectric memory are stored and retained in a latch circuit by a control circuit. Based on the set data retained in the latch circuit, data writing is performed in the ferroelectric memory respectively in the power-on state and in the power-off instruction time. Thus, operations of the ferroelectric memory can be controlled with desired operation timings according to operating conditions for each memory system. Excessive stress application to the ferroelectric memory during the power-on state is prevented and endurance deterioration is suppressed, while data retention characteristics after power-off are improved.

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