Method and apparatus for synchronizing data between...

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2005-08-17

2009-12-29

Perilla, Jason M. (Department: 2611)

Pulse or digital communications

Synchronizers

C375S355000

Reexamination Certificate

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07639764

ABSTRACT:
The present invention provides method and apparatus for synchronizing data between different clock domains in a memory controller. In one embodiment, a memory controller is provided that includes a command decoder and synchronizing logic. The command decoder is operable to receive a command in accordance with a first clock domain. The synchronizing logic synchronizes the command to a second clock domain that is different from the first clock domain, and includes a first synchronization flop and a second synchronization flop operable to prevent metastability associated with synchronizing the command to the second clock domain.

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