Abstract: A method and apparatus for use in computer systems utilizes a memory chip employing multiple distributed SRAM caches directly linked to a single DRAM main memory block. Each cache is directly linked to a different bus. Each chip further contains a partially distributed arbitration and control circuit for implementing cache policy and arbitrating memory refresh cycles.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 30, 1995
Date of Patent:
September 1, 1998
Assignee:
Ramton International Corporation
Inventors:
James Dean Joseph, Doyle James Heisler, Dion Nickolas Heisler