Memory Types in Microprocessor Systems
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What is the range of addresses for locations in microprocessor systems?

  • 0 to 4096
  • 0 to 255
  • 0 to 65535 (correct)
  • 0 to 1024
  • Which type of memory is commonly used for storing programs and data in a computer?

  • ROM
  • NVRAM
  • EEPROM
  • RAM (correct)
  • What does EPROM stand for?

  • Erasable-Persistent Random Only Memory
  • Electrically Programmable Read Only Memory
  • Efficient Programmable Read Only Memory
  • Erasable-Programmable Read Only Memory (correct)
  • How is an interface defined in the context of microprocessor systems?

    <p>Interface is the path for communication between two components. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a decoding circuit do in the context of microprocessors?

    <p>Selects the corresponding memory chip or I/O device based on address sent by the microprocessor. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of matching memory requirements with microprocessor signals in interfacing?

    <p>To ensure proper communication between memory and the microprocessor. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of address decoding in interfacing circuits?

    <p>To generate chip select signals for each device in the system (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to have an appropriate address decoding strategy?

    <p>To ensure that only one memory-mapped component is accessed for a given valid address (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does address decoding contribute to selecting the right device in a system?

    <p>By generating chip select signals from the address bus (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way is memory space not homogenous even if it is flat?

    <p>Different portions are used for different purposes such as RAM, ROM, and I/O (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it essential for one and only one memory-mapped component to be accessed for a given valid address?

    <p>To avoid conflicts and ensure accurate data access (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum addressable space in this example?

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    Where do the RAM chips come in relation to the ROM chip in the memory map?

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    What is the size of each RAM chip in this example?

    <p>128B (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where does the memory map start for these chips?

    <p>$0000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the symbol $ signify in the memory address values provided?

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    How are the address bus lines split in a microprocessor?

    <p>Into most significant bits (MSB) for generating CS* signals and least significant bits (LSB) for internal addresses (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the example microprocessor with 10 address lines, how many chips are needed if each chip is 128 bytes?

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    How many address lines are required to select each of the 8 chips in the microprocessor example?

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    In Full Address Decoding strategy, how are the address lines utilized?

    <p>All address lines are used to specify a memory/device's location (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Partial Address Decoding in generating chip select signals?

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    How many address lines are needed to address each internal memory cell in the 128x8 memory chips example?

    <p>$7$ lines (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do X's represent in Partial Address Decoding?

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    How are unused address lines filled in Partial Address Decoding?

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    What is the purpose of Partial Address Decoding?

    <p>To identify each memory location with multiple addresses (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Partial Address Decoding, what happens when an address line is marked with X (don't care)?

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    What is the significance of 'don't cares' in memory addressing?

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    Why are 'don't cares' used in Partial Address Decoding?

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    Flashcards

    Memory Address Range

    The set of possible memory locations a microprocessor can access.

    RAM

    Random Access Memory; commonly used to store programs and data.

    EPROM

    Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory.

    Interface (Microprocessor)

    The communication path between two components.

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    Decoding Circuit (Microprocessor)

    Selects the correct memory chip or I/O device.

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    Matching Memory/Microprocessor Signals

    Ensuring proper communication between memory and microprocessor.

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    Address Decoding

    Generates chip select signals to select a specific memory or I/O device.

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    Address Decoding Strategy

    A method to ensure only one component is selected.

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    Address Decoding and Device Selection

    Address decoding generates enables selection to specific devices.

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    Non-Homogenous Memory

    Different memory portions (RAM, ROM, I/O) have distinct roles in the memory map.

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    Unique Component Access

    Ensuring only one component is accessed for a specific address.

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    Addressable Space (Maximum)

    The total number of memory locations that can be addressed.

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    RAM Before ROM

    RAM chips in the memory map are placed before ROM chips.

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    RAM Chip Size

    The amount of memory each RAM chip holds.

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    Memory Map Starting Point

    The initial address where the memory map begins.

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    Hexadecimal

    Number System using base-16.

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    Address Bus Splitting

    Division of address lines for chip select and internal addressing.

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    Address Lines and Chips Needed

    Calculating the required number of chips with given size and address lines.

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    Lines to Select Each Chip

    Number of address lines required to select a single chip.

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    Full Address Decoding

    Utilizing all address lines for precise chip selection.

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    Partial Address Decoding

    Using a subset of address lines to address memory.

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    Partial Address Decoding Chip Select

    Limiting addressable memory space through chip selection.

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    Internal Memory Cell Address Lines

    Address lines required to select a single internal memory cell.

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    Don't Cares (X)

    Address lines that can be either 0 or 1 (irrelevant).

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    Don't Cares in Partial Address Decoding

    Using X's in partial decoding to simplify logic.

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    Don't Care Purpose

    Simplification of logic in memory addressing.

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    Partial Address Decoding Significance

    Identifying each memory location with multiple addresses.

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