Flash controller cache architecture

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2007-02-06

2007-02-06

Nguyen, Tuan T. (Department: 2824)

Static information storage and retrieval

Read/write circuit

Having particular data buffer or latch

C365S189040, C365S221000

Reexamination Certificate

active

10796575

ABSTRACT:
A buffer cache interposed between a non-volatile memory and a host may be partitioned into segments that may operate with different policies. Cache policies include write-through, write and read-look-ahead. Write-through and write back policies may improve speed. Read-look-ahead cache allows more efficient use of the bus between the buffer cache and non-volatile memory. A session command allows data to be maintained in volatile memory by guaranteeing against power loss.

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