STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF

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STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240211278 titled 'STORAGE DEVICE AND OPERATING METHOD THEREOF

The abstract describes a storage device that communicates with a host using a predetermined protocol. It includes nonvolatile memory and a memory controller that manages firmware loading operations. The memory controller has an execution region where main firmware and custom firmware, in the form of an add-on to the main firmware, are loaded. It can receive a commit command from the host to load and execute the custom firmware in the execution region.

The storage device is configured to communicate with a host based on a predetermined protocol.
It contains at least one nonvolatile memory and a memory controller that controls firmware loading operations.
The memory controller has an execution region for loading main firmware and custom firmware as an add-on to the main firmware.
It can receive a commit command from the host to load and execute the custom firmware in the execution region.

1. 1. Potential Applications

- Data storage devices - Embedded systems - IoT devices

1. 1. Problems Solved

- Efficient firmware loading operations - Customization of firmware for specific applications - Enhanced communication between storage device and host

1. 1. Benefits

- Improved performance and reliability of storage devices - Flexibility in customizing firmware for different use cases - Streamlined communication protocols between devices

1. 1. Commercial Applications

The technology could be utilized in various industries such as data storage, IoT, and embedded systems to enhance the performance and customization of storage devices. This innovation could lead to more efficient and reliable storage solutions, catering to a wide range of applications.

1. 1. Questions about the Technology
    1. 1. How does the memory controller manage the loading of custom firmware in the execution region?

The memory controller receives a commit command from the host to load and execute the custom firmware in the execution region.

1. 1. 1. 2. What are the potential benefits of having an execution region for custom firmware in a storage device?

Having an execution region allows for the customization of firmware for specific applications, enhancing the flexibility and performance of the storage device.

Original Abstract Submitted

provided is a storage device. the storage device is configured to communicate with a host according to a predetermined protocol, and includes at least one nonvolatile memory, and a memory controller configured to control a firmware load operation of the at least one nonvolatile memory, wherein the memory controller includes an execution region where main firmware and custom firmware in a form of an add-on to the main firmware are loaded, and is configured to receive a commit command from the host, and to load and execute the custom firmware in the execution region based on the commit command.