Extended capacity memory module with dynamic data buffers

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 9916873
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15013032

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A memory module uses dynamic data buffers for providing extended capacity for computing systems. The memory module comprises an external interface having a first set of data pins and a second set of data pins. The memory module includes a first set of memory chips and a second set of memory chips. The memory module includes a first registering clock driver to control the first set of memory chips and a second registering clock driver to control the second set of memory chips. The memory module further includes a first data buffer to connect the first set of memory chips to the first set of data pins and a second data buffer to connect the second set of memory chips to the second set of data pins.

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  • RAMBUS INC.

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Giovannini, Thomas J San Jose, US 48 226
Linstadt, John Eric Palo Alto, US 149 321

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