17978415. STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
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Seunghyun Shin of Hwaseong-si (KR)
STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17978415 titled 'STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a storage device and its operating method. The storage device includes a non-volatile memory with multiple memory regions and a storage controller that controls the memory through a performance path and at least one direct path. The storage controller also has a buffer memory to store recovery data.
- The storage controller writes the recovery data to the non-volatile memory through the direct path when power is cut off and a fault is detected in the performance path.
- The performance path is used for write, read, and erase operations, while the direct path is only used for write operations.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Data storage devices such as solid-state drives (SSDs) and flash drives.
- Embedded storage in various electronic devices like smartphones, tablets, and laptops.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Ensures data integrity and prevents data loss in case of power failure or faults in the performance path.
- Provides a reliable and efficient method for recovery data storage.
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved reliability and data protection.
- Faster recovery time in case of power failure or performance path faults.
- Efficient use of storage resources by utilizing separate paths for different operations.
Original Abstract Submitted
Provided are a storage device and an operating method thereof. The storage device includes a non-volatile memory including a plurality of memory regions and a storage controller configured to control the non-volatile memory through a performance path and at least one direct path, the storage controller including a buffer memory configured to store recovery data, wherein the storage controller writes the recovery data to the non-volatile memory through the at least one direct path in response to power being cut off and a fault being detected in the performance path, the performance path is a path for performing a write operation, a read operation, and an erase operation, and the at least one direct path is a path for performing only a write operation.
