Hi, > Most flash memory devices have a "memory controller" > circuit, which is a > sort of processor, on the card. > I expect the controller firmware is > hard coded in silicon.
You are reasonably correct. What they typically have is a state machine, which is not really a processor. It's hardcoded logic, no "firmware" in the traditional sense involved. As a note to Javier's post, the CF spec supports three basic modes. One is an I/O mode, second is a memory mode and third is an IDE mode. For the CF spec, search the Internet for cfspc2_0.pdf, and if you can't find it, I can email it to you if interested. Regards, Austin * **** ******* *********************************************************** * For list instructions, including unsubscribe, see: * http://www.a1.nl/phomepag/markerink/eos_list.htm ***********************************************************
