Nonvolatile semiconductor memory device having improved...

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2006-06-13

2006-06-13

Elms, Richard (Department: 2824)

Static information storage and retrieval

Floating gate

Particular connection

C365S210130, C365S200000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07061800

ABSTRACT:
In a memory cell array of an MRAM, a normal memory cell is compared with a reference memory cell which holds a reference value, thereby storing data of one bit per cell. Two spare memory cells store data of one bit as a whole. By writing complementary values to the two spare memory cells and connecting these spare memory cells to a sense amplifier, the stored data of one bit is read. A spare memory cell section which is often arranged in an array peripheral portion becomes more resistant against a variation in finished dimensions of elements and a success rate for replacing and relieving a defective memory cell by a spare memory cell increases.

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