Abstract: Methods and systems for trusted boot using an original design manufacturer secure partition using execute-in-place non-volatile memory (XIP NVM) can include forming a secure partition within the XIP NVM and loading an initial program load within the secure partition wherein the initial program load comprises computer instructions which when executed by a processor causes the processor to perform operations comprising a trusted boot. Other embodiments are disclosed.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
September 4, 2012
Date of Patent:
August 27, 2013
Assignee:
Wireless Silicon Group, Inc.
Inventors:
Jaime Andres Borras, Zaffer S. Merchant, Jose M. Fernandez
Abstract: Methods and systems for trusted boot using an original design manufacturer secure partition using execute-in-place non-volatile memory (XIP NVM) can include forming a secure partition within the XIP NVM and loading an initial program load within the secure partition wherein the initial program load comprises computer instructions which when executed by a processor causes the processor to perform operations comprising a trusted boot. Other embodiments are disclosed.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 4, 2012
Publication date:
December 27, 2012
Applicant:
Wireless Silicon Group, Inc.
Inventors:
Jaime Andres Borras, Zaffer S. Merchant, Jose M. Fernandez
Abstract: Methods (10, 70, 90, and 100) and systems (50, 80, 150, and 200) for enhancing user experiences on a mobile device use non-volatile execute-in-place memory (60, 160, 207) to provide faster boot-up, reduce current drain, improve security, and facilitate storage decisions that all enhance the operation of the mobile device for a user. Methods and systems embodied herein can include power management for handheld mobile electronic devices. Other embodiments are disclosed.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 26, 2009
Date of Patent:
October 2, 2012
Assignee:
Wireless Silicon Group, Inc.
Inventors:
Jaime Andres Borras, Zaffer S. Merchant, Jose M. Fernandez