Intel StrataFlash
®
Memory (J3)
256-Mbit (x8/x16)
Datasheet
Product Features
Capitalizing on Intel’ s 0.25 and 0.18 micron, two-bit-per-cell technology, the Intel StrataFlash® Memory (J3)
device provides 2X the bits in 1X the space, with new features for mainstream perf orman ce. Off er ed in 256-
Mbit (32-Mbyte), 128-Mbit (16-Mbyte), 64-Mbit, and 32-Mbit densities, the J3 device brings reliable, two-bit-
per- cell storage tech nology to the flash market segment. B enefits include more den sity in less space , high-speed
interface, lowest cost-per-bit NOR device, support for code and data storage, and easy migration to future
devices.
Using the same NOR-based ETOX™ technology as Intel’s one-bit-per-cell products, the J3 device takes
advantage of over one billion units of flash manufacturing experience since 1987. As a result, J3 components
are ideal for code and data appl i cations where high density and low cost are required. Examples include
networking, telecommunications, digital set top boxes, audio recording, and digital imaging.
By applying FlashFile™ memory family pinouts, J3 memory components allow easy design migrations from
existing Word-Wide FlashFile memory (28F160S3 and 28F320S3), and first generation Intel StrataFlash®
memory (28F640J5 and 28F320J5) devices.
J3 memory components deliver a new generation of forward-compa tible software support. By using the
Common Flash Interface (CFI) and the Sca lable Comma nd Set ( SCS ), cus tomers ca n take advantage of density
upgrades and optimized write capabilities of future Intel StrataFlash® memory devices. Manufactured on Intel®
0.18 micron ETOX™ VII (J3C) and 0.25 micron ETOX™ VI (J3A) process technology, the J3 memory device
provides the highest levels of quality and reliability .
Performance
1 10/115/ 120/150 ns Initial Access Speed
125 ns Initial Access Speed (256 Mbit
density only)
25 ns Asynchronous Page mode Reads
30 ns Asynchronous Page mode Reads
(256Mbit density only)
32-Byte Write Buffer
6.8 µs per byte effective
programming time
Software
Program and Erase suspend support
Flash Data Integrator (FDI), Common
Flash Interface (CFI) Compatible
Security
128-b it Protection Register
—64-bit Unique Device Identifier
—64-bit User Programmable OTP Cells
Absolute Protection with VPEN = GND
Individual Block Locking
Block Erase/Program Lockout during
Power Transitions
Architecture
Multi-Level Cell Technology: High
Density at Low Cost
High-Density Symmetrical 128-Kbyte
Blocks
—256 Mbit (256 Blocks) (0.18µm only)
—128 Mbit (128 Blocks)
64 Mbit (64 Blocks)
—32 Mbit (32 Blocks)
Quality and Reliability
Operating Temperature:
-40 °C to +85 °C
100K Minimum Erase Cycles per Block
0.18 µm ETOX™ VII Process (J3C)
0.25 µm ETOX™ VI Process (J3A)
Packaging and Voltage
56-Le ad TSOP Packa ge
64-Ball Intel® Easy BGA Package
Lead-free packages available
48-Ball Intel® VF BGA Pa ck age ( 32 an d
64 Mbit) (x16 only)
—VCC = 2.7 V to 3.6 V
—VCCQ = 2.7 V to 3.6 V
Order Number: 290667-021
Marc h 2005
Notice: This document contains information on new products in production. The specifications are
subject to change without notice. Verify with your local Intel sales office that you have the latest
datasheet before finalizing a design.
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Contents
Contents
1.0 Introduction....................................................................................................................................7
1.1 Nomenclature .......................................................................................................................7
1.2 Conventions..........................................................................................................................7
2.0 Functional Overview .....................................................................................................................8
2.1 Block Diagram ......................................................................................................................9
2.2 Memory Map.......................................................................................................................10
3.0 Package Information...................................................................................................................11
3.1 56-Lead TSOP Package.....................................................................................................11
3.2 Easy BGA (J3) Package.....................................................................................................12
3.3 VF-BGA (J3) Package........................................................................................................13
4.0 Ballout and Signal Descriptions ................................................................................................14
4.1 Easy BGA Ballout (32/64/128/256 Mbit).............................................................................14
4.2 56-Lead TSOP (32/64/128/256 Mbit)..................................................................................15
4.3 VF BGA Ballout (32 and 64 Mbit) .......................................................................................15
4.4 Signal Descriptions.............................................................................................................16
5.0 Maximum Ratings and Operating Conditions...........................................................................18
5.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings................................................................................................18
5.2 Operating Conditions..........................................................................................................18
6.0 Electrical Specifications.............................................................................................................19
6.1 DC Current Characteristics.................................................................................................19
6.2 DC Voltage Characteristics.................................................................................................20
7.0 AC Characteristics ......................................................................................................................22
7.1 Read Operations.................................................................................................................22
7.2 Write Operations.................................................................................................................26
7.3 Block Erase, Program, and Lock-Bit Configuration Performance.......................................27
7.4 Reset Operation..................................................................................................................29
7.5 AC Test Conditions.................. ........... ........... .......... ........................................... ........... .....29
7.6 Capacitance........................................................................................................................30
8.0 Power and Reset Specifications................................................................................................31
8.1 Power-Up/Down Characteristics.........................................................................................31
8.2 Power Supply Decoupling...................................................................................................31
8.3 Reset Characteristics..........................................................................................................31
9.0 Bus Operations............................................................................................................................32
9.1 Bus Operations Overview...................................................................................................32
9.1.1 Bus Read Operation..............................................................................................33
9.1.2 Bus Write Operation ..............................................................................................33
9.1.3 Output Disable.......................................................................................................33
9.1.4 Standby..................................................................................................................34
9.1.5 Reset/Power-Down................................................................................................34
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9.2 Device Commands .............................................................................................................35
10.0 Read Operations..........................................................................................................................37
10.1 Read Array............. ........... .......... ........... ........................................... .......... ........... .............37
10.1.1 Asynchronous Page Mode Read...........................................................................37
10.1.2 Enhanced Configuration Register (ECR)...............................................................38
10.2 Read Identifier Codes............................ ........................................... .......... ........... .............39
10.2.1 Read Status Register........................... ..................................................................39
10.3 Read Query/CFI................ .......... ........... ........... .......................................... ........... .............41
11.0 Programming Operations...........................................................................................................42
11.1 Byte/Word Program............................................................................................................42
11.2 Write to Buffer.....................................................................................................................42
11.3 Program Suspend....................... ........... ........... ..................................................................43
11.4 Program Resume........................ ..................................................................................... ...43
12.0 Erase Operations.........................................................................................................................44
12.1 Block Erase.........................................................................................................................44
12.2 Block Erase Suspend.........................................................................................................44
12.3 Erase Resume....................................................................................................................45
13.0 Security Modes............................................................................................................................46
13.1 Set Block Lock-Bit...............................................................................................................46
13.2 Clear Block Lock-Bits..........................................................................................................46
13.3 Protection Register Program ................. ........... .......................................... ........... ........... ..47
13.3.1 Reading the Protection Register............................................................................47
13.3.2 Programming the Protection Register....................................................................47
13.3.3 Locking the Protection Register.............................................................................47
13.4 Array Protection..................................................................................................................49
14.0 Special Modes..............................................................................................................................50
14.1 Set Read Configuration Register Command ......................................................................50
14.2 Status (STS).......................................................................................................................50
Appendix A Com m on Flash Interface.................................................................................................52
Appendix B Flow Charts......................................................................................................................59
Appendix C Desig n Considerations ...................................................................................................68
Appendix D Additional Inform ation ....................................................................................................70
Appendix E Ordering Information.......................................................................................................71
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Contents
Revision History
Date of
Revision Version Description
07/07/99 -001 Original Version
08/03/99 -002 A0–A2 indicated on block diagram
09/07/99 -003 Changed Minimum Block Erase time,IOL, IOH, Page Mode and Byte Mode
currents. Modified RP# on AC Waveform for Write Operations
12/16/99 -004
Changed Block Erase time and tAVWH
Removed all references to 5 V I/O operation
Corrected O rd e r in g In fo rm at io n , Valid Combinations entries
Changed Min program ti me to 211 µs
Add e d D U to Le a d D e sc riptio ns table
Changed Chip Scale Pa ckage to Ball Grid Array Package
Changed default read mode to page mode
Removed erase queuing from Figure 10, B lock Erase Flowchart
03/16/00 -005
Added Program Max time
Added Erase Max time
Added Max page mode read current
Moved tables to correspond with sections
Fixed typographical errors in ordering information and DC parameter table
Removed VCCQ1 setting and changed VCCQ2/3 to VCCQ1/2
Added recommended resister value for STS pin
Change operation temperature range
Removed note that rp# co uld go to 14 V
Removed VOL of 0.45 V; Removed VOH of 2. 4 V
Updated ICCR Typ values
Added Max lock-bit pro gram and lock times
Added note on max measurements
06/26/00 -006
Updated cove r sheet statement of 700 million units to one billion
Correc ted Table 10 to show corre c t maximum program times
Corrected error in Max block program time in section 6.7
Corre cted typical erase time in section 6.7
2/15/01 -007
Updated cover page to reflect 100K minimum erase cycles
Updated cover page to reflect 110 ns 32M read speed
Removed Set Rea d Configurat ion command from Table 4
Updated Table 8 to re flec t reserved bits are 1-7; not 2-7
Updated Tabl e 16 bit 2 definition from R to PSS
Changed VPENLK Max volta ge from 0.8 V to 2. 0 V, Section 6.4, DC
Characteristics
Updated 32Mbit Read Parameters R1, R2 and R3 to reflect 110ns, Section 6.5,
AC Characteristics–Read-Only Operations (1,2)
Updated write parameter W13 (tWHRL) from 90 ns to 500 ns, Section 6.6, AC
Characteristic s–Writ e Operations
Updated Max. Pr ogram Suspend Latency W16 (tWHRH1) from 30 to 75 µs,
Sec tion 6. 7, Block Erase, Program, and Lock- Bit Configuration Performance
(1,2,3)
04/13/01 -008 Revis ed Section 7.0, Ordering Information
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07/27/01 -009
Adde d Figure 4, 3 Volt Intel StrataFlash® Memory VF BGA Package (32 Mbit)
Adde d Figure 5, 3 Volt Intel StrataFlash® Memory VF BGA Mechanical
Specifications
Updated Operating Tempe rature Range to Extended (Secti on 6.1 and Table 22)
Reduced tEHQZ to 35 ns. Reduced tWHEH to 0 ns
Adde d parameter values for –40 °C operation to Lock-Bit and Suspend Latency
Updated VLKO an d VPENLK to 2.2 V
Removed Note #4, Section 6.4 and Sect ion 6.6
Minor text edits
10/31/01 -010
Adde d notes under lead descriptions for VF BGA Pa ckage
Removed 3.0 V - 3.6 V Vcc, and Vccq columns under AC Char acteristics
Removed byte mode read current row un DC characteristics
Adde d ordering information for VF BGA Package
Minor text edits
03/21/02 -011
Changed datasheet to reflect the best known methods
Updated max value for Clear Block Lock-Bits time
Minor text edits
12/ 12/02 -012 Added nomenclature for J3C (0.18 µm) devices.
01/24/03 -013 A dde d 115 ns ac cess speed 6 4 Mb J 3C d evi ce. A dd ed 120 n s a cce ss spe ed 128
Mb J3C device. Added “TE” package designator for J3C TSOP package.
12/09/03 -014 R evised Asynchronous Pa ge Read description. Revi sed Write- to-Buffer flow
char t. Upda ted timing waveforms. Add ed 256-Mbit J3C pinout.
1/3/04 -015 Added 256Mbit device timings, device ID, and CFI information. Also corrected
VLKO spe cifi catio n.
1/23/04 -01 6 Corrected memory block count from 25 7 to 255.
1/23 /04 -016 Memor y block count fix.
5/19/04 -018 Restructured the datas heet layout.
7/7/ 04 -01 9 Added lead-free part numbers and 8-word page information.
11/23/04 -020
Adde d Note to DC V olt age Cha racter isti cs tabl e; “S p eed Bi n” to Read O perati ons
table; Corrected format for AC Waveform for Reset Operation figure; Co rrected
“R” and “8W” he adings in Enhanced Configuration Register table because they
were transposed; Added 802 and 803 to ordering information and corrected 56-
Lead T SOP combination number.
3/24/05 -02 1 Corre cted ordering informat ion.
Date of
Revision Version Description
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
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1.0 Introduction
This document describes the Intel StrataFlash® Memory (J3) device. It includes a description of
device features, operations, and specifications.
1.1 Nomenclature
AMIN: AMIN = A0 for x8
AMIN = A1 for x16
AMAX: 32 Mbit AMAX = A21
64 Mbit AMAX = A22
128 Mbit AMAX = A23
256 Mbit AMAX = A24
Block: A group of flash cells that share common erase circuitry and erase simultaneously
Clear: Indicates a logic zero (0)
CUI: Command User Interface
MLC: Multi-Level Cell
OTP: One Time Programmable
PLR: Protection Lock Register
PR: Protection Register
PRD Protection Register Data
Program: To write data to the flash array
RFU: Reserved for Future Use
Set: Indicates a logic one (1)
SR: Status Register
SRD: Status Register Data
VPEN: Refers to a signal or package connection name
VPEN:Refers to timing or voltage levels
WSM: Write State Machine
ECR: Extended Configuration Register
XSR: eX t ended Stat us Reg i st er
1.2 Conventions
0x: Hexadecimal prefix
0b: Binary prefix
k (noun): 1,000
M (noun): 1,000,000
Nibble 4 bits
Byte: 8 bits
Word: 16 bits
Kword: 1,024 words
Kb: 1,024 bits
KB: 1,024 bytes
Mb: 1,048,576 bits
MB: 1,048,576 bytes
Brackets: Square brackets ([]) will be used to designate group membership or to define a
group of signals with similar function (i.e., A[21:1], SR[4,1] and D[15:0]).
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2.0 Functional Overview
The Intel StrataFlash® memory family contains high-density memories organized as 32 Mbytes or
16Mwords (256-Mbit, available on the 0.18µm lithography process only), 16 Mbytes or 8 Mwords
(128-Mbit), 8 Mbytes or 4 Mwords (64-Mbit), and 4 Mbytes or 2 Mwords (32-Mbit). These
devices can be accessed as 8- or 16-bit words. The 128-Mbit device is organized as one-hundred-
twenty-eight 128-Kbyte (131,072 bytes) erase blocks. The 64-Mbit device is organized as sixty-
four 128-Kbyte erase blocks while the 32-Mbit device contains thirty-two 128-Kbyte erase blocks.
A 128-bit Protection Register has multiple uses, including unique flash device identification.
The device’s optimized architecture and interface dramatically increases read performance by
supporting page-mode reads. This read mode is ideal for non-clock memory systems.
A Common Flash Interface (CFI) permits software algorithms to be used for entire families of
devices. This allows device-independent, JEDEC ID-independent, and forward- and backward-
compatible software support for the specified flash device families. Flash vendors can standardize
their existing interfaces for long-term compatibility.
Scalable Command Set (SCS) allows a single, simple software driver in all host systems to work
with all SCS-compliant flash memory devices, independent of system-level packaging (e.g.,
memory card, SIMM, or direct-to-board placement). Additionally, SCS provides the highest
system/device data transfer rates and minimizes device and system-level implementation costs.
A Command User Interface (CUI) serves as the interface between the system processor and
internal operation of the device. A valid command sequence written to the CUI initiates device
automation. An internal Write State Machine (WSM) automatically executes the algorithms and
timings necessary for block erase, program, and lock-bit configuration operations.
A block erase operation erases one of the device’s 128-Kbyte blocks typically within one second—
independent of other blocks. Each block can be independently erased 100,000 times. Block erase
suspend mode allows system software to suspend block erase to read or program data from any
other block. Similarly, program suspend allows system software to suspend programming (byte/
word program and write-to-buffer operations) to read data or execute code from any other block
that is not being suspended.
Each device incorporates a Write Buffer of 32 bytes (16 words) to allow optimum programming
performance. By using the W rite Buf fer, data is programmed in buffer increments. This feature can
improve system program performance more than 20 times over non-Write Buffer writes.
Blocks are selectively and individually lockable in-system.Individual block locking uses block
lock-bits to lock and unlock blocks. Block lock-bits gate block erase and program operations.
Lock-bit configuration operations set and clear lock-bits (Set Block Lock-Bit and Clear Block
Lock-Bits commands).
The Status Register indicates when the WSMs block erase, program, or lock-bit configuration
operation is finished.
The STS (STATUS) output gives an additional indicator of WSM activity by providing both a
hardware signal of status (versus software polling) and status masking (interrupt masking for
background block erase, for example). Status indication using STS minimizes both CPU overhead
and system power consumption. When configured in level mode (default mode), it acts as a RY/
BY# signal. When low, STS indicates that the WSM is performing a block erase, program, or lock-
bit configuration. STS-high indicates that the WSM is ready for a new command, block erase is
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suspended (and programming is inactive), program is suspended, or the device is in reset/power-
down mode. Additionally, the configuration command allows the STS signal to be configured to
pulse on completion of programming and/or block erases.
Three CE signals are used to enable and disable the device. A unique CE logic design (see
Table 13, “Chip Enable Truth Table” on page 33) reduces decoder logic typically required for
multi-chip designs. External logic is not required when designing a single chip, a dual chip, or a 4-
chip miniature card or SIMM module.
The BYTE# signal allows either x8 or x16 read/writes to the device. BYTE#-low selects 8-bit
mode; address A0 selects between the low byte and high byte. BYTE#-high enables 16-bit
operation; address A1 becomes the lowest order address and address A0 is not used (don’t care). A
device block diagram is shown in Figure 4 on page 14.
When the device is disabled (see Table 13 on page 33), with CEx at VIH and RP# at VIH, the
standby mode is enabled. When RP# is at VIL, a further power-down mode is enabled which
minimizes power consumption and provides write protection during reset. A reset time (tPHQV) is
required from RP# going high until data outputs are valid. Likewise, the device has a wake time
(tPHWL) from RP#-high until writes to the CUI are recognized. With RP# at VIL, the WSM is reset
and the Status Register is cleared.
2.1 Block Diagram
Figure 1. 3 Volt Intel StrataFlash® Memory Block Diagram
32-Mbit: Thirty-two
64-Mbit: Sixty-four
128-Mbit: One-hundred
twenty-eight
128-Kbyte Blocks
Input Buffer
Output
Latch/Multiplexer
Y-Gating
Program/Erase
Voltage Switch
Data
Comparator
Status
Register
Identifier
Register
Data
Register
I/O Logic
Address
Latch
Address
Counter
X-Decoder
Y-Decoder
In pu t Bu ff er
Output
Buffer
GND
VCC
VPEN
CE0
CE1
CE2
WE#
OE#
RP#
BYTE#
Command
User
Interface
A[MAX:MIN]
D[15:0]
VCC
Write Buffer
Write State
Machine
Multiplexer
Query
STS
VCCQ
CE
Logic
A[2:0]
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2.2 Memory Map
Figure 2. Intel StrataFlash® Memory (J3) Memory Map
64-Kw ord Bloc k
64-Kw ord Bloc k
64-Kw ord Bloc k
64-Kw ord Bloc k
Word Wide (x16) M ode
1FFFFF
1F0000
7FFFFF
7F0000
01FFFF
010000
00FFFF
000000
A[24-1] : 2 56 M bit
A [ 23-1] : 128 M bit
A [ 22-1] : 64 M bit
A [ 21-1] : 32 M bit
128- Kby t e Block
128- Kby t e Block
128- Kby t e Block
128- Kby t e Block
B yt e-W i de (x8) M o de
03FFFFF
03E0000
0FFFFFF
0FE0000
003FFFF
0020000
001FFFF
0000000
A[ 24-0] : 256 M bit
A [ 23- 0] : 128 M bit
A [ 22-0] : 64 M bit
A [ 21-0] : 32 M bit
32-Mbit64-Mbit
64-Kw ord Bloc k
3FFFFF
3F0000
128- Kby t e Block
07FFFFF
07E0000
31
1
0
127
63
31
1
0
127
63
128-Mbit
64-Kw ord Bloc k128- Kby t e Block
FFFFFF
FF0000
1FFFFFF
1FE0000 255 255
256-Mbit
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3.0 Package I n form ation
3.1 56-Lead TSOP Package
Figure 3. 56-Lead TSOP Package Drawing and Specifications
Table 1. 56-Lead TSOP Dimension Table
Millimeters Inches
Sym Min Nom Max Notes Min Nom Max Notes
Packa ge Height A 1.200 0.047
Standoff A10.050 0.002
Package Body Thickness A20.965 0.995 1.025 0.038 0.039 0.040
Lead Width b 0.100 0.150 0.200 0.004 0.006 0.008
Lead Thickness c 0.100 0. 150 0.200 0.004 0.006 0.008
Packa ge Body Length D118.200 18.400 18.600 4 0.717 0.724 0.732 4
Packa ge Body Width E 13.800 14.000 14.200 4 0.543 0.551 0.559 4
Lead P itch e 0.500 0.0197
Terminal D imension D 19.800 20.00 20.200 0.780 0.787 0.795
Lead Tip Lengt h L 0.500 0.600 0.700 0. 020 0.024 0.028
Lead Count N 56 56
Lead Tip Angle
Seating Plane Coplanarity Y 0.100 0.004
Lead to Packag e Off s et Z 0.150 0.250 0.350 0.006 0.010 0.014
A
0
L
Detail A
Y
D
C
Z
Pin 1
E
D1
b
Detail B
See Detail A
e
See Detail B
A1
Seating
Plane
A2
See Note 2
See Notes 1 and 3
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3.2 Easy BGA (J3) Package
NOTES:
1. For Daisy C hain Evalua tion Unit information refer to the Inte l Flash Memory Packaging Technology Web page at;
www.intel.com/design/packtech/index.htm
2. For Packaging Shipping Media information see www.intel.c om/des ign/packtech/index .htm
Figure 4. Intel StrataFlash® Memory (J3) Easy BGA Mechanical Specifications
Table 2. Easy BGA Package Dimensions
Millimeters Inches
Symbol Min Nom Max Notes Min Nom Max
Package Height A 1.200 0.0472
Ball Height A1 0.250 0.0098
Package Body Thickness A2 0.780 0.0307
Ball (Lead) Width b 0.330 0.430 0.530 0.0130 0.0169 0.0209
Package Body Width (32 Mb, 64 Mb, 128 Mb, 256 Mb) D 9.900 10.000 10.100 1 0.3898 0.3937 0.3976
Package Body Length (32 Mb, 64 Mb, 128 Mb) E 12.900 13.000 13.100 1 0.5079 0.5118 0.5157
Package Body Length (256 Mb) E 14.900 15.000 15.100 1 0.5866 0.5906 0.5945
Pitch [e] 1.000 0.0394
Ball (Lead) Count N 64 64
Seating Plane Coplanarity Y 0.100 0.0039
Corner to Ball A1 Distance Along D (32/64/128/256 Mb) S1 1.400 1.500 1.600 1 0.0551 0.0591 0.0630
Corner to Ball A1 Distance Along E (32/64/128 Mb) S2 2.900 3. 000 3.100 1 0.1142 0.1181 0.1220
Corner to Ball A1 Distance Along E (256 Mb) S2 3.900 4. 000 4.100 1 0.1535 0.1575 0.1614
E
Seating
Plane
S1
S2
e
Top View - Ball side down Bottom View - B al l Side Up
Y
A
A1
D
Ball A1
Corner
A2
Note: Dr awing not to scale
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
87654321
87654321
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
b
Ball A1
Corner
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3.3 VF-BGA (J3) Package
NOTES:
1. For Daisy Chain Evaluation Unit information r efer to t he Intel Flash Memory Packaging Technology Web
page at; www.intel.com/design/packtech/index.htm
2. For Pac k aging Shipping Media infor m ation refer to the Intel Flash Memory Packa ging Technol ogy Web page
at; www.intel.com/design/packtech/index.htm
Figure 5. Intel StrataFlash® Memory (J3) VF BGA Mechanical Specifications
E
Seating
Plane
Top V iew - Bum p Side Down Bottom View - Ball Side Up
Y
A
A1
D
A2
Ball A1
Corner
S1
S2
e
b
Ball A1
Corner
A
B
C
D
E
F
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A
B
C
D
E
F
Note: Drawing not to scale
Side View
M illimeters Inches
Symbol M in Nom Max
N
otes Min Nom Max
Pa ckage H eight A 1.000 0.0394
Ball H eig h t A
1
0.150 0.0059
Package Bod y Thickness A
2
0.665 0.0262
Ball (Lead) W idth b 0.325 0.375 0.425 0.0128 0.0148 0.0167
D 7.186 7.286 7.386 1 0.2829 0.2868 0.2908
Pa ckage Body L ength E 10.750 10.850 10.950 1 0.4232 0.4272 0.4311
Pitc h [ e ] 0.7 50 0.0 295
Ball (Lead ) C o u n t N 48 48
Se ating Plan e Co planarity Y 0.100 0.0039
Co rn er to B all A 1 Dista nc e A lo n g D S
1
0.918 1.018 1.118 1 0.0361 0.0401 0.0440
Co rn er to B all A 1 Dista nc e A lo n g E S
2
3.450 3.550 3.650 1 0.1358 0.1398 0.1437
N ote: (1) Package dimensions are for reference only. These dimensions are estimates based on die size,
and are sub
j
ect to chan
g
e.
D imensions Table
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
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4.0 Ballout and Signal Descriptions
Intel S trataFlash® memory is available in three package types. Each density of the J3C is supported
on both 64-ball Easy BGA and 56-lead Thin Small Outline Package (TSOP) packages. A 48-ball
VF BGA package is available on 32 and 64 Mbit devices. Figure 6, Figure 7, and Figure 8 show the
pinouts.
4.1 Easy BGA Ballout (32/64/128/256 Mbit)
NOTES:
1. Address A2 2 is only valid on 64-Mbi t densities and above, otherwise, it is a no co nnect (N C).
2. Address A2 3 is only valid on 128-Mbit densities and above, other wise, it is a no connect (NC).
3. Address A2 4 is only valid on 256-Mbit densities and above, other wise, it is a no connect (NC).
Figure 6. Intel StrataFlash® Memory Easy BGA Ballout (32/64/128/256 Mbit)
E asy BGA
Top Vie w- Ball side down
18
234567
CE2# RFU D13VSS D7 A24
256M
VSS
H
WE#
G
BYTE# OE#
F
E
STS
D
A4 A5 A11 RFURP# A16 A17RFU
C
A3 A7 A10 A15A12 A20 A21RFU
B
A2 VSS A9 A14CEO# A19 CE1#RFU
A
A1 A6 A8 A13VPEN A18 A22VCC
A23
128M A0 D2 D5VCCQ D14D6
D0 D10 D12D11 RFURFU
D8 D1 D9 D4D3 D15RFU
Easy BGA
Bot tom View- Ball side up
18234567
CE2#RFUD13 VSSD7A24
256M VSS
H
WE#
G
BYTE#OE#
F
E
STS
D
A4A5A11RFU RP#A16A17 RFU
C
A3A7A10A15 A12A20A21 RFU
B
A2VSSA9A14 CEO#A19CE1# RFU
A
A1A6A8A13 VPENA18A22 VCC
A23
128M
A0D2D5 VCCQD14 D6
D0D10D12 D11RFU RFU
D8D1D9D4 D3D15 RFU
VCC VCC
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
Datasheet 15
4.2 56-Lead TSOP (32/64/128/256 Mbit)
NOTES:
1. A22 exis ts on 64-, 128- and 256-Mbit densities. O n 32-Mb it densities this signal is a no-connect (NC).
2. A23 exis ts on 128-Mbit densities. On 32- and 64-Mbit densities this signal is a no-connect (NC).
3. A24 exis ts on 256-Mbit densities. On 32-, 64- and 128-Mbit densities this signal is a no-connect (NC).
4. VCC = 5 V ± 10% for the 28F640J5/28 F320J5.
4.3 VF BGA Ballout (32 and 64 Mbit)
NOTES:
1. CE# is equivalent to CE0, and C E1 and CE2 are inter nally grounded.
2. A22 exi s ts on the 64 Mb density only. On the 32-Mbit density, this signal is a no-connect (NC).
3. STS not supported in this package.
4. x8 not sup ported in this package.
Figure 7. Intel StrataFlash® Memory 56-Lead TSOP (32/64/128/256 Mbit)
Highligh ts pinout changes
3 Volt Intel
StrataFlash
®
Memory
56-Lead TSOP
Standard Pinout
14 mm x 20 mm
Top View
1
3
4
2
5
7
8
6
9
11
12
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13
15
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OE#
STS
WE#
DQ
15
DQ
14
DQ
6
DQ
7
GND
DQ
5
DQ
12
DQ
13
DQ
4
GND
DQ
11
V
CCQ
DQ
3
DQ
2
V
CC
DQ
10
DQ
9
DQ
8
DQ
0
DQ
1
A
0
CE
2
BYTE#
A
21
A
20
CE
1
A
19
A
17
A
16
A
18
V
CC
A
14
A
13
A
15
A
12
V
PEN
RP#
CE
0
A
11
A
9
A
8
A
10
GND
A
6
A
5
A
7
A
4
A
2
A
1
A
3
A
22
(1)
32/64/128M
3 Volt Intel
StrataFlash
Memory
32/64/128M
3 Volt Intel
StrataFlash
Memory
A
23
(2)
A
24
(3)
28F320J5
NC
OE#
STS
WE#
DQ
15
DQ
14
DQ
6
DQ
7
GND
DQ
5
DQ
12
DQ
13
DQ
4
GND
V
CCQ
DQ
11
DQ
3
DQ
10
V
CC
(4)
DQ
2
DQ
9
DQ
8
DQ
0
DQ
1
A
0
CE
2
BYTE#
NC
28F320J5
A
11
A
9
A
8
A
10
GND
A
6
A
5
A
7
A
4
A
2
A
1
A
3
NC
A
21
A
20
CE
1
A
19
A
17
A
16
A
18
A
14
A
13
A
15
A
12
V
PEN
RP#
CE
0
V
CC
(4)
28F160S3
A
20
CE
1
A
19
A
17
A
16
A
18
V
CC
NC
NC
A
14
A
13
A
15
A
12
CE
0
V
PP
RP#
A
11
A
9
A
8
A
10
GND
A
6
A
5
A
7
A
4
A
2
A
1
A
3
28F160S3
OE#
STS
WE#
DQ
15
DQ
14
DQ
6
DQ
7
GND
WP#
DQ
5
DQ
12
DQ
13
DQ
4
V
CC
GND
DQ
11
DQ
3
DQ
2
V
CC
DQ
10
DQ
9
DQ
8
DQ
0
DQ
1
A
0
BYTE#
NC
NC
Figure 8. Intel StrataFlash® Memory VF BGA Ballout (32 and 64 Mbit)
VF B GA 6x8
Top View - Ball Side Down
23456781
A12 A9 VPEN VCC A20 A8 A5
A11 WE# RP# A19 A18 A6 A3
A13 A10 A21 A7 A4 A2
D14D5D11D2 D8 CE#
D15 D6 D12 D3 D9 D0 VSS
D7 D13 D4 VCC D10 D1OE#
A22
A1
A14
A15
A16
A17
VCCQ
VSS
A
B
C
D
E
F
VF B GA 6x8
Bottom View - Ball Side Up
23456781
A12A9VPENVCCA20A8A5
A11WE#RP#
A19
A18A6A3
A13
A10A21A7A4A2
D14D5D11
D2D8
CE#
D15D6
D12
D3D9D0VSS
D7D13D4VCCD10D1
OE#
A22
A1
A14
A15
A16
A17
VCCQ
VSS
A
B
C
D
E
F
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
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4.4 Signal Descriptions
Table 3 describes active signals used.
Table 3. Signal Descriptions (Sheet 1 of 2)
Symbol Type Nam e an d Fu nc tio n
A0 Input BYT E-SE LECT ADDRE SS : Selects between high and low byte when the device is in x8 mode.
This add ress i s l atch ed du ring a x8 p rogr am cy cle. Not u sed i n x16 mo de (i. e. , t he A0 in put buf f er
is turned off when BYTE# is high).
A[MAX:1] Input
ADDRE SS INP UTS : Inputs for addresses during r ead and program operations. Addresses are
internally latched during a pro gram cycle.
32-Mb it: A[21:0]
64-Mb it: A[22:0]
128-Mbit: A[23:0]
256-Mbit: A[24:0]
D[7:0] Input/Output L OW-BYT E DATA BUS: Inputs dat a during buffer writes and progra mming, and inputs
commands du ring CU I writ es. Out pu ts ar ray, C FI, i de ntif ie r, or st at us dat a i n th e a ppro pr iate r ead
mode. Data is internally latched during write operations.
D[15:8] Input/Output HIGH-BYTE DATA BUS: Inputs data duri ng x16 buffer wri tes and progra mming operations.
O ut pu ts arra y, C FI , or id en ti fie r da ta in the app ro pr i at e read mo de ; no t us e d fo r Status Reg is te r
reads. Data is internally latched during write operations in x16 mode. D[15-8] float in x8 mode
CE0,
CE1,
CE2 Input
CHIP ENAB LES: Activates the device’s control logic, input buffers, decoders, and sense
amplif ier s. Whe n the d evi ce i s de -sel ect ed (see Table 13 on p a ge 33), power re du ces to standby
levels.
All timing specifications are the same for these three signals. Device selection occurs with the
fir s t edge of CE0, CE 1, or CE2 that enables the device. Device deselection occurs wit h the first
edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that disables the device (see Table 13 on page 33).
RP# Input
RESET/ POWER-DOWN: RP#-l o w resets internal aut omation and pu ts the devic e in power-
down mode. RP#-high enables normal operation. Exit from reset sets the devic e to read array
mode. When driven low, RP# inhibits wri te operations which provides data protection during
power t ransitions.
OE# Input OUTP UT ENAB LE: Activates the device’s outputs through the data buffers during a read cycle.
OE# is active low.
WE# Input WRITE ENA BLE : Controls writes to th e CUI, the Write Buffer, and array blocks. WE # is active
low. Addresses and data are latched on the rising edge of WE#.
STS Open Drain
Output
STATUS: Indicates the status of the internal state machine. When configured in level mode
(default), it acts as a RY/BY# signal. When configured in one of its pulse modes, it can pulse to
indicate program and/or eras e completion . For alternate configurations of the STATUS signal,
see the Configurations command. STS is to be tied to VCCQ with a pull-up resi stor.
BYTE# Input
BYTE ENABLE: BYTE#- low places the device in x8 mode; data is input or output on D[ 7:0],
while D[15: 8] is placed in High-Z. Address A0 selects between the high and low byte. BYTE#-
high places the device in x16 mode , and turns off the A0 inpu t buffer. Address A1 becomes the
lowest-order address bit.
VPEN Input ERASE / PROGRAM / BLOCK LOCK ENABLE: For erasi ng arra y blocks , pro gramming dat a, or
configuring lock- bits.
With VPEN VPENLK, memor y contents cannot b e altered.
VCC Power CORE PO WER SUP PLY : Core ( l ogic ) so urce vo l t ag e. Wr i tes t o the fl ash ar ray ar e inhi b ite d
when VCC VLKO. Device operation at invalid Vcc voltages should not be attempted.
VCCQ Power I/O POWER SUPP LY: I/O Output-driver source voltage. This ball can be tied to VCC.
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
Datasheet 17
GND Supply GROUND: Do not flo a t an y ground si gn a ls .
NC NO CONNECT: Lead is not inter nally conne cted; it may be driven or float ed.
RFU RESERVED for F UT URE USE : Balls designated as RFU are reserved by Intel for future device
functionality and enhancement.
Table 3. Signal Descriptions (Sheet 2 of 2)
Symbol Type Name and Function
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
18 Datasheet
5.0 Maximum Ratings and Operating Conditions
5.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
This datasheet contains information on new products in production. The specifications are subject
to change without notice. Verify with your local Intel Sales of fice that you have the latest datasheet
before finalizing a design. Absolute maximum ratings are shown in Table 4.
Warning: Stressing the device beyond the “Absolute Maximum Ratings” may cause permanent damage.
These are stress ratings only. Operation beyond the “Operating Conditions” is not recommended
and extended exposure beyond the “Operating Conditions” may affect device reliability.
5.2 Operating Conditions
Table 4. Absolute Maximum Ratings
Parameter Maximum Rating
Temperatur e under Bias Ext ended –40 °C to +85 °C
S torage Temperature –65 °C to +125 °C
Voltage On Any signal –2.0 V to +5.0 V(1)
Output Short Circuit Current 100 mA(2)
NOTES:
1. All specified voltages are with r espect to G ND. Minimum DC voltage is –0.5 V on input/output signals and
–0.2 V on VCC and VPEN signals. During transitions, this level may undershoot to –2.0 V for periods <20
ns. Maximum DC voltage on input/output signals, VCC, and VPEN is VCC +0.5 V which, during transitions,
may overshoot to VCC +2.0 V for pe r i od s <2 0 ns .
2. Output shorted for no more than one second. No more th an one output shorted at a time.
Table 5. Temperature and VCC Operating Conditions
Symbol Parameter Min Max Unit Test Condition
TAOp erating Temperature –40 +85 °C Ambient Temperatur e
VCC VCC1 Supp ly Voltag e (2.7 V3. 6 V) 2. 70 3.60 V
VCCQ VCCQ Supply Voltage (2.7 V3.6 V) 2.70 3.60 V
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
Datasheet 19
6.0 Electrical S pecifications
6.1 DC Current Characteristics
Table 6. DC Current Characteristics (Sheet 1 of 2)
VCCQ 2.7 - 3.6V
Test Conditions NotesVCC 2.7 - 3.6V
Symbol Parameter Typ Max Unit
ILI Inpu t an d VPEN Load Current ±1µAVCC = VCC Max; VCCQ = VCCQ Max
VIN = VCCQ or GN D 1
ILO Output Leakage Current ±10 µAVCC= VCC Max ; V CCQ = VCCQ Max
VIN = VCCQ or GN D 1
ICCS VCC Standby Current 50 120 µA
CMOS Inputs, VCC = VCC Max,
Device is di sabl ed (see Table 1 3, “Chip Enable
Tru th Table” on page 33),
RP# = VCCQ ± 0. 2 V 1,2,3
0.71 2 mA TTL Inputs, VCC = VCC Max,
Device is disabled (see Table 13), RP# = VIH
ICCD VCC Power -Down Current 50 120 µA RP# = GN D ± 0.2 V, IOUT (STS) = 0 mA
ICCR VCC Page Mode Read
Current
4-
word
Page
15 20 mA
CMOS Inputs, VCC = VCC Max, VCCQ = VCCQ
Max using standard 4 word page mode reads.
Device is enabled (see Table 13)
f = 5 MHz, IOUT = 0 mA
1,3
24 29 mA
CMOS Inputs,VCC = VCC Max, VCCQ = VCCQ
Max using standard 4 word page mode reads.
Device is enabled (see Table 13)
f = 33 MHz , IOUT = 0 mA
8-
word
Page
10 15 mA
CM OS In pu ts, VCC = VCC Max, VCCQ =
VCCQ Max using standard 8 word page
mode reads.
Device is enabled (see Ta bl e 13)
f = 5 MHz, IOUT = 0 mA
30 54 mA
CM OS In pu ts, VCC = VCC Max, VCCQ =
VCCQ Max using standard 8 word page
mode reads.
Device is enabled (see Ta bl e 13)
f = 33 MHz, IOUT = 0 mA
Density: 128-, 64-, an d 32- Mbit
26 46 mA
CM OS In pu ts, VCC = VCC Max, VCCQ =
VCCQ Max using standard 8 word page
mode reads.
Device is enabled (see Ta bl e 13)
f = 33 MHz, IOUT = 0 mA
Density: 256Mbit
ICCW VCC Program or Set Lock-
Bit Current 35 60 mA CMOS Input s , VPEN = VCC 1,4
40 70 mA TTL Inputs, VPEN = VCC
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
20 Datasheet
6.2 DC Voltage Characteristics
ICCE VCC Block Erase or Clear
Block Lock-Bits Current 35 70 mA CMOS Inputs, VPEN = VCC 1,4
40 80 mA TTL Inputs, VPEN = VCC
ICCWS
ICCES
VCC Program Suspend or
Bloc k Er ase Suspend
Current 10 mA Device is enabled (see Tabl e 13)1,5
NOTES:
1. All currents are in RMS unless otherwise noted. These currents are valid for all product ver s ions (packages and
speeds). Contact Intel’s Application Suppor t Hotli ne or your local sales office for in formation about ty pical
specifications.
2. Includes S TS.
3. C M OS in p uts are ei th er VCC ± 0.2 V or GND ± 0.2 V. TTL inputs are either VIL or VIH.
4. Sampled, not 100% t ested.
5. ICCWS and ICCES are specified wit h the device sel ected. If the device is read or written while in erase suspend
mode, the device’ s current draw is ICCR and ICCWS
Table 7. DC Voltage Characteristics
Symbol Parameter Min Max Unit Test Conditions Notes
VIL Input Low Voltage 0.5 0.8 V 2, 6
VIH Input High Voltage 2.0 VCCQ
+ 0.5 V2,6
VOL Output Low Voltage 0.4 V VCCQ = VCCQ Min
IOL = 2 mA 1,2
0.2 V VCCQ = VCCQ Min
IOL = 100 µA
VOH Output High Voltage
0.85 ×
VCCQ VVCCQ = VCCQ Min
IOH = –2.5 mA 1,2
VCCQ
0.2 VVCCQ = VCCQ Min
IOH = –10 0 µA
VPENLK VPEN Lockout during Program,
Erase and Lock-Bit Operations 2.2 V 2,3,4,7
Table 6. DC Current Characteristics (Sheet 2 of 2)
VCCQ 2.7 - 3.6V
Test Conditions NotesVCC 2.7 - 3.6V
Symbol Parameter Typ Max Unit
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
Datasheet 21
VPENH VPEN during Block Er ase,
Program, or Lock-Bit Operations 2.7 3.6 V 3,4
VLKO VCC Loc ko u t Voltage 2.0 V 5
NOTES:
1. Inc l ud es S TS.
2. Sampled, not 100% tested.
3. Block erases, programming, and lock-bit configurations are inhibited when VPEN VPENLK,
and not guaranteed in the r ange between VPENLK (max) and VPENH (min), and above VPENH
(max).
4. Typically, VPEN is conne c te d to VCC (2.7 V–3.6 V).
5. Block erases, programming, and lock-bit configurations are inhibited when VCC < VLKO, and
not guaranteed in the range between VLK O (mi n) and VCC (min), and above VCC (max).
6. Inclu des all opera tional modes of the device including standby and power-up sequences.
7. VCC operating condition for standby has to meet typical operationg coditons.
Table 7. DC Voltage Characteristics
Symbol Parameter Min Max Unit Test Conditions Notes
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
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7.0 AC C h aracteristics
7.1 Read Operations
Table 8. Read Operations (Sheet 1 of 2)
Asynchronous
Specifications
(All units in ns unless
ot herwise noted)
VCC = 2.7 V–3.6 V (3)
VCCQ = 2.7 V–3.6 V (3 )
Notes
Speed
Bin -110 -115 -120 -125 -150
# Sym Parameter Density Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max
R1 tAVAV Read/Write
Cycle Time
32 Mbit 110 1,2
64 Mbit 115 120 1,2
128 Mbit 120 150 1,2
256 Mbit 125 1,2
R2 tAVQV Address to
Output Delay
32 Mbit 110 1,2
64 Mbit 115 120 1,2
128 Mbit 120 150 1,2
256 Mbit 125 1,2
R3 tELQV CEX to Outp ut
Delay
32 Mbit 110 1,2
64 Mbit 115 120 1,2
128 Mbit 120 150 1,2
256 Mbit 125 1,2
R4 tGLQV OE# to Non-
Array Output
Delay 50 50 50 50 50 1,2,4
R5 tPHQV RP# High to
Output Delay
32 Mbit 150 1,2
64 Mbit 180 180 1,2
128 Mbit 210 210 1,2
256 Mbit 210
R6 tELQX CEX to Output in Low Z 0 0 0 0 0 1,2,5
R7 tGLQX OE# to Output in Low Z 0 0 0 0 0 1,2,5
R8 tEHQZ CEX High to Output in High
Z35 35 35 35 35 1,2,5
R9 tGHQZ OE# H igh to Output in High
Z15 15 15 15 15 1,2,5
R10 tOH Output Hold from Address,
CEX, or OE# Change,
Whichever Occurs First 0 0 0 0 0 1,2,5
R11 tELFL/
tELFH CEX Low to BYTE# High or
Low 10 10 10 10 10 1,2,5
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
Datasheet 23
R12 tFLQV/
tFHQV BYTE # to Output Delay 1000 100 0 1000 1000 1000 1,2
R13 tFLQZ BYTE# to Output in High Z 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1,2,5
R14 tEHEL CEx High to CEx Low 0 0 0 0 0 1,2,5
R15 tAPA Page Address Ac cess Time 25 25 25 30 25 5, 6
R16 tGLQV OE# to Array Output Delay 25 25 25 25 25 4
NOTES:
CEX low is defined as the first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that enables the device. CEX high is
defined at the first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that disables the device (see Table 13 ).
1. See AC Input/Output R eference Waveforms for the maximum allowable input slew
rate.
2. OE# may be del aye d up to t ELQV-tGLQV afte r t he fi r st e dge of CE0, C E1, or CE 2 that
enables the device (see Tabl e 13) without impact on tELQV.
3. See Figure 15, “Transient Input/Output Reference Waveform for VCCQ = 2.7 V–3.6
V” on page 29 and Figur e 16, “Transient Equivalent Testing Load Circuit” on
page 30 for testing characteri stic s.
4. When reading the flash array a faster tGLQV (R16) applies. Non-array reads refer to
Status Register reads, query reads, or device identifier reads.
5. Sampled, not 100% tested.
6. For devices configured to standard word/byte r ead mode, R15 (tAPA) will equal R2
(tAVQV).
Figure 9. Single Word Asynchronous Read Waveform
Table 8. Read Operations (Sheet 2 of 2)
Asynchronous
Specifications
(All units in ns unless
otherwise noted)
VCC = 2.7 V–3.6 V (3)
VCCQ = 2.7 V–3.6 V (3)
Notes
Speed
Bin -110 -115 -120 -125 -150
# Sym Parameter Density Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max Min Max
R11
R5
R12 R13
R10
R4
R16
R7
R6
R9
R8R3
R1
R2 R1
A
ddress [A]
CE x [ E]
OE# [G]
WE# [W]
Data [D/Q ]
BYTE#[F]
RP# [P]
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
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0606_16
NOTES:
1. CEX low is defined as the last edge of C E0, CE1, or CE2 that enables the device. CEX high is defined at the
first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that di sables the device (see Table 13).
2. When reading the flash ar ray a faster tGLQV ( R16) app lies. For non- array reads, R4 applies (i.e.: Status
Register reads, q uery reads, or device identifier reads).
NOTE: CEX low is defi ned as t h e last ed ge o f CE 0, C E1, or CE2 that en abl es the de vic e. CEX high is d efin ed at
the first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that disables the device (see Ta bl e 13 ).
Figure 10. 4-Word Page Mode Read Waveform
00 01 10 11
1 2 3 4
R10
R15
R10
R5
R9
R8
R7
R6
R4
R3
R1
R2 R1
A
[MAX:3] [A]
A[2:1] [A]
CEx [ E]
OE# [ G]
WE# [W]
D[15:0] [Q]
RP# [P]
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
Datasheet 25
NOTES:
1. CEX low is de fined as the last edge of CE0, C E1, or CE2 that e nables the devic e. CEX high is defined at the
fi rst edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that d isables the device (see Table 13).
2. In this diagram, BYTE# is ass erted high.
Figure 11. 8-word Asyn ch ronous Page Mode Read
1 2 6 8
R10
R15
R10
R5
R9
R8
R7
R6
R4
R3
R1
R2 R1
A
[M AX :4] [A ]
A[3:1] [A]
CEx [E]
OE# [G]
WE# [W]
D[15: 0 ] [Q ]
RP# [ P]
BYTE#
256-Mbit J3 (x8/x16)
26 Datasheet
7.2 Write Operations
Table 9. Write Operations
Versions Valid for All
Speeds Unit Notes
# Symbol Parameter Min Max
W1 tPHWL (tPHEL) RP# Hi gh Recovery to WE# (CEX) Goi n g Lo w 1 µs 1,2,3
W2 tELWL (tWLEL)CE
X (WE#) Lo w to WE# (CEX) Going Low 0 ns 1,2,4
W3 tWP Write Puls e Width 70 ns 1,2,4
W4 tDVWH (tDVEH) Data Setup to WE# (CEX) Going High 50 ns 1,2,5
W5 tAVWH (tAVEH) Address Setup to WE# (CEX) Going High 55 ns 1,2,5
W6 tWHEH (tEHWH)CE
X (WE#) Hold from WE# (CEX) High 0 ns 1,2,
W7 tWHDX (tEHDX) Data Hold from WE# (CEX) High 0 ns 1,2,
W8 tWHAX (tEHAX) Address Hold from WE# (CEX) High 0 ns 1,2,
W9 tWPH Write Pulse Width High 30 ns 1,2,6
W11 tVPWH (tVPEH)V
PEN Se tup to WE# (CEX) Going High 0 ns 1,2,3
W12 tWHGL (tEHGL) Write R eco v er y be fo re Re ad 35 ns 1,2,7
W13 tWHRL (tEHRL)WE# (CE
X) High to S TS G o in g Lo w 500 ns 1,2,8
W15 tQVVL VPEN Hold from Valid SRD, STS Going High 0 ns 1,2,3,8,9
NOTES:
CEX low is defined as the first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that enables the device. CEX high is defined at the first edge of CE0, CE1,
or CE2 that disables the device (see Table 13).
1. Read timing characteristics during block erase, program, and lock-bit configuration operations are the s ame as
duri ng r ea d -on ly op erat io ns . Re fe r to AC Characteristics–Read-Only Operations.
2. A write operation can be initiated and terminated with either CEX or WE#.
3. Sampled, not 100% t ested.
4. Write pulse width (tWP) is defined from CEX or WE# going low (whichev er goes low last ) to CEX or WE# going
high (whichever goes high first). Hence, tWP = tWLWH = tELEH = tWLEH = tELWH.
5. Refer to Table 14 for valid AIN and DIN for block erase, program, or lock-bit configuration.
6. Write pulse w idth high (tWPH) is defined from CEX or WE# going high (whichever goes high first) to CE X or WE#
going low (w hichever goes low first). Hence, tWPH = tWHWL = tEHEL = tWHEL = t EHWL.
7. For array access, tAVQV is required in addition to tWHGL for any accesses after a write.
8. STS timin gs are based on STS configured in its RY/BY# def ault mode.
9. VPEN should be held at VPENH unti l determination of block er ase, program, or loc k -bit configuration success
(SR[1,3,4:5] = 0).
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7.3 Block Erase, Program, and Lock-Bit Configuration
Performance
Table 10. Conf iguration Performance
# Sym Parameter Typ Max(8) Unit Notes
W16 Write Buffer Byte Program Time
(Time to Program 32 bytes/16 words) 218 654 µs 1,2,3,4,5,6,7
W16 tWHQV3
tEHQV3 Byte Prog ram Time (Using Word/Byte Program Comman d) 210 630 µs 1,2,3,4
Bloc k Pr ogram Time (Using Write t o Buffer Command) 0.8 2.4 sec 1,2,3,4
W16 tWHQV4
tEHQV4 Block Erase Time 1.0 5.0 sec 1,2,3,4
W16 tWHQV5
tEHQV5 Set Lock -Bit Time 64 75/85 µs 1,2,3,4,9
W16 tWHQV6
tEHQV6 Clear Block Lock-B its Time 0.5 0.70/1. 4 sec 1,2,3,4,10
W16 tWHRH1
tEHRH1 Program Suspend Latency Time to Read 25 75/90 µs 1,2,3,9
W16 tWHRH
tEHRH Erase Suspend Latency Time to Read 26 35/40 µs 1,2,3,9
NOTES:
1. Typical values measured at TA = +25 °C and nominal voltages. Assumes corr esponding loc k -bits are
not set. Subject to change based on device characterization.
2. These pe rformance numbers are valid for all speed versions.
3. Sampled but not 100% tested.
4. Excludes system-level overhead.
5. These values ar e valid when the buffer is full, and the start address is aligned on a 32 -byte boundary.
6. Effective per-byte program time (tWHQV1, tEHQV1) is 6.8 µs/byte (typical).
7. Effective per- word program time (t WHQV2, tEHQV2) is 13. 6 µs / w ord (typical ) .
8. Max values are measured at worst case temperature and VCC corner after 100k cycles (except as
noted).
9. Max values are expressed at -25 °C/ -40 °C.
10.Max values are expresse d at 25 °C/ -40 °C.
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Figure 12. Asy nc hronous Write Waveform
Figure 13. Asynchronous Write to Read Waveform
D
W11
W1
W13
W7W4
W9W9W3W3W2
W6
W8W5
ADDRE SS [ A]
CEx (WE#) [E ( W) ]
WE# ( CEx) [W (E)]
OE# [G]
DATA [D/Q]
STS[R]
RP# [ P]
VPEN [ V]
D
W11
W1
W7W4
W12
W3W3W2
W6
W8W5
Address [A]
CE # [ E]
WE# [W]
OE# [G]
Data [D/Q]
RST#/ RP# [P ]
VPEN [ V]
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7.4 Reset Operation
NOTE: STS is s hown in its default mode (RY/BY#).
7.5 AC Test Conditions
NOTE: AC te st inputs are driv en at VCCQ for a Logic "1" and 0.0 V for a Logic "0." Input timing begins, and
out put timing ends, at VCCQ/2 V (50% of VCCQ). Input rise and fall times (10% to 90%) < 5 ns.
Figure 14. AC Waveform for Reset Operation
V
IH
V
IL
P1
V
IL
V
IH
P2
RP# (P)
STS (R )
Table 11. Reset Specifications
# Sym Parameter Min Max Unit Notes
P1 tPLPH RP# Pulse Low Time
(If RP# is ti ed to VCC, this specification is not
applicable) 35 µs 1,2
P2 tPHRH RP# High to Reset during Block Erase, Program, or
Lock-Bit Configuration 100 ns 1,3
NOTES:
1. These specifications are valid for all product versions (packages and speeds).
2. If RP# is asserted while a block erase, program, or lock -bit configurati on operation is not
executing then the minimum requir ed RP# P ulse Low Time is 100 ns.
3. A reset ti me, tPHQV, is requi red from the latter of STS (in RY/BY# mode) or RP # going high until
outpu ts are valid.
Figure 15. Transient Input/Output Reference Waveform for VCCQ = 2.7 V–3.6 V
Outpu
t
Test PointsInput V
CCQ
/2
V
CCQ
0.0
V
CCQ
/2
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NOTE: CL Inclu des Jig C apacit ance.
7.6 Capacitance
TA = +25 °C, f = 1 MHz
Figure 16. Transient Equivalent Testing Load Circuit
Device
Under Test Ou
t
R
L
= 3.3 k
1N914
1.3V
C
L
Test Configuration CL (pF)
VCCQ = VCC = 2.7 V3.6 V 30
Symbol Parameter(1) Type Max Unit Condition
CIN Input Capacitance 6 8 pF VIN = 0. 0 V
COUT Output Capacitance 8 12 pF VOUT = 0.0 V
NOTES:
1. Sampled, not 100% tested.
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8.0 Power and Reset S pecifications
This section provides an overview of system level considerations for the Intel StrataFlash®
memory family device. This section provides a brief description of power-up, power-down,
decoupling and reset design considerations.
8.1 Power-Up/Down Characteristics
In order to prevent any condition that may result in a spurious write or erase operation, it is
recommended to power-up and power-down VCC and VCCQ together. It is also recommended to
power-up VPEN with or slightly after VCC. Conversely, VPEN must power down with or slightly
before VCC.
8.2 Power Supply Decoupling
When the device is enabled, many internal conditions change. Circuits are energized, charge pumps
are switched on, and internal voltage nodes are ramped. All of this internal activities produce
transient signals. The magnitude of the transient signals depends on the device and system loading.
To minimize the ef fect of these tr ansient signals, a 0.1 µF ceramic capacitor is required across each
VCC/VSS and VCCQ signal. Capacitors should be placed as close as possible to device
connections.
Additionally , for every eight flash devices, a 4.7 µF electrolytic capacitor should be placed between
VCC and VSS at the power supply connection. This 4.7 µF capacitor should help overcome
voltage slumps caused by PCB (printed circuit board) trace inductance.
8.3 Reset Characteristics
By holding the flash device in reset during power-up and power-down transitions, invalid bus
conditions may be masked. The flash device enters reset mode when RP# is driven low. In reset,
internal flash circuitry is disabled and outputs are placed in a high-impedance state. After return
from reset, a certain amount of time is required before the flash device is able to perform normal
operations. After return from reset, the flash device defaults to asynchronous page mode. If RP# is
driven low during a program or erase operation, the program or erase operation will be aborted and
the memory contents at the aborted block or address are no longer valid. See Figure 14, “AC
Waveform for Reset Operation” on page 29 for detailed information regarding reset timings.
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9.0 Bus Operations
This section provides an overview of device bus operations. The on-chip Write State Machine
(WSM) manages all erase and program algorithms. The system CPU provides control of all in-
system read, write, and erase operations of the device via the system bus.
Device commands are written to the CUI to control all of the flash memory device’s operations.
The CUI does not occupy an addressable memory location; it’s the mechanism through which the
flash device is controlled.
9.1 Bus Operations Overview
The local CPU reads and writes flash memory in-system. All bus cycles to or from the flash
memory conform to standard microprocessor bus cycles.
Table 12. Bus Operations
Mode RP# CE[2:0](1) OE#(2) WE#(2) Address VPEN Data(3) STS
(default
mode) Notes
Read Array VIH Enabled VIL VIH XX D
OUT High Z(7) 4,5,6
Output Disable VIH Enabled VIH VIH X X High Z X
Standby VIH Disabled X X X X High Z X
Reset/Power-Down
Mode VIL X X X X X High Z High Z(7)
Read Identifier Codes VIH Enabled VIL VIH See
Table 17 X Note 8 High Z(7)
Read Q uery VIH Enabled VIL VIH See
Table
10.3 X Note 9 High Z(7)
Read Status (WSM off) VIH Enabled VIL VIH XX D
OUT
Read Status (WSM on) VIH Enabled VIL VIH XX
D7 = DOUT
D[15:8] = High Z
D[6:0] = High Z
Write VIH Enabled VIH VIL XV
PENH DIN X 6,10,11
NOTES:
1. See Table 13 on page 33 for valid C E configurations.
2. OE# and WE# should never be enabled simultaneously.
3. D refers to D[7:0] if BYTE# is lo w and D[ 15:0] if BYTE# is high.
4. Refer to DC Characteristics. When VPEN VPENLK, memory contents can be read, but not altered.
5. X can be VIL or VIH for control and address signals, and VPENLK or VPENH for VPEN. Se e DC Characteristics for VPENLK and
VPENH voltages.
6. In default mode, STS is VOL when the W SM is exec utin g int ern al blo ck erase , p rogr am, or loc k- bit co nf ig urat io n algor i thms. It
is VOH when the WSM is not busy, in block erase suspend mode (with programming inactive), program suspend mode, or
reset/power-down mode.
7. High Z will be VOH with an ex ternal pull-up resistor.
8. See Section 10.2, “Read Identifier Codes on page 39 for read identifier code data.
9. See Sect ion 10.3, “Read Query/C FI” on page 41 for read query data.
10.Command writ es i nvolvi ng bloc k erase , prog r am, or l ock-b it confi gur a tion ar e relia bly exec uted w hen VPEN = VPENH and VCC
is within specification.
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9.1.1 Bus Read Operation
To perform a bus read operation, CEx (refer to Table 13 on page 33) and OE# must be asserted.
CEx is the device-select control; when active, it enables the flash memory device. OE# is the data-
output control; when active, the addressed flash memory data is driven onto the I/O bus. For all
read states, WE# and RP# must be de-asserted. See Section 7.1, “Read Operations” on page 22.
Refer to Section 10.0, “Read Operations” on page 37 for details on reading from the flash array,
and re fe r t o Section 14.0, “Special Modes” on page 50 for details regarding all other available read
states.
9.1.2 Bus Write Operation
Writing commands to the Command User Interface enables various modes of operation, including
the reading of array data, CFI data, identifier codes, inspection and clearing of the Status Register,
and, when VPEN = VPENH, block erasure, program, and lock-bit configuration.
The Block Erase command requires appropriate command data and an address within the block to
be erased. The Byte/Word Program command requires the command and address of the location to
be written. Set Block Lock-Bit commands require the command and block within the device to be
locked. The Clear Block Lock-Bits command requires the command and address within the device.
The CUI does not occupy an addressable memory location. It is written when the device is enabled
and WE# is active. The address and data needed to execute a command are latched on the rising
edge of WE# or the first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that disables the device (see Table 13 on
page 33). Standard microprocessor write timings are used.
9.1.3 Output Disable
With CEx asserted, and OE# at a logic-high level (VIH), the device outputs are disabled. Output
signals D[15:0] are placed in a high-impedance state.
Table 13. Chip Enable Truth Ta ble
CE2 CE1 CE0 DEVICE
VIL VIL VIL Enabled
VIL VIL VIH Disabled
VIL VIH VIL Disabled
VIL VIH VIH Disabled
VIH VIL VIL Enabled
VIH VIL VIH Enabled
VIH VIH VIL Enabled
VIH VIH VIH Disabled
NOTE: For single-chip applications, CE2 and CE1 can be connected to VIL.
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9.1.4 Standby
CE0, CE1, and CE2 can disable the device (see Table 13 on page 33) and place it in standby mode.
This manipulation of CEx substantially reduces device power consumption. D[15:0] outputs are
placed in a high-impedance state independent of OE#. If deselected during block erase, program, or
lock-bit configuration, the WSM continues functioning, and consuming active power until the
operation completes.
9.1.5 Reset/Power-Down
RP# at VIL initiates the reset/power-down mode.
In read mod es, RP#-low desel ects the me mory , plac es output dri vers in a high- impedance sta te, and
turns off numerous internal circuits. RP# must be held low for a minimum of tPLPH. Time tPHQV is
required after return from reset mode until initial memory access outputs are valid. After this wake-
up interval, normal operation is restored. The CUI is reset to read array mode and S tatus Register is
set to 0x80.
During block erase, program, or lock-bit configuration modes, RP#-low will abort the operation. In
default mode, STS transitions low and remains low for a maximum time of tPLPH + tPHRH until the
reset operation is complete. Memory contents being altered are no longer valid; the data may be
partially corrupted after a program or partially altered after an erase or lock-bit configuration. T ime
tPHWL is required after RP# goes to logic-high (VIH) before another command can be written.
As with any automated device, it is important to assert RP# during system reset. When the system
comes out of reset, it expects to read from the flash memory. Automated flash memories provide
status information when accessed during block erase, program, or lock-bit configuration modes. If
a CPU reset occurs with no flash memory reset, proper initialization may not occur because the
flash memory may be providing status information instead of array data. Intel StrataFlash®
memory family devices allow proper initialization following a system reset through the use of the
RP# input. In this application, RP# is controlled by the same RESET# signal that resets the system
CPU.
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9.2 Device Commands
When the VPEN voltage VPENLK, only read operations from the Status Register, CFI, identifier
codes, or blocks are enabled. Placing VPENH on VPEN additionally enables block erase, program,
and lock-bit configuration operations. Device operations are selected by writing specific
commands into the CUI. Table 14, “Command Bus-Cycle Definitions” on page 35 defines these
commands.
Table 14. Command Bus-Cycle Definitions (Sheet 1 of 2)
Command
Scal able o r
Basic
Command
Set(2)
Bus
Cycles
Req’d.
Fi rst Bus Cycle Second Bus Cycle
Notes
Oper(3) Addr(4) Data(5,6) Oper(3) Addr(4) Data(5,6)
Read Array SCS/BCS 1 Write X 0xFF 1
Read Identifier Codes SCS/BCS 2 Write X 0X90 Read IA ID 1,7
Read Query SCS 2 Write X 0x98 Read QA QD 1
Read Status Register SCS/BCS 2 Write X 0x70 Read X SRD 1,8
Cl ea r Status R e gi ster SCS/BC S 1 Write X 0 x 50 1
Write to Buffer SCS/BCS > 2 Write BA 0xE8 Write BA N 1,9, 10,
11
Word/Byte Program SCS/BCS 2 Write X 0x40 or
0x10 Write PA PD 1,12,13
Block Erase SCS/BCS 2 Write BA 0x20 Write BA 0xD0 1,11,12
Bloc k Er ase, Program
Suspend SCS/BCS 1 Write X 0xB0 1,12,14
Bloc k Er ase, Program
Resume SCS/BCS 1 Write X 0xD0 1,12
Configuration SCS 2 Write X 0xB8 Write X CC 1
Set Block Lock-Bit SCS 2 Write X 0x60 Write BA 0x01 1
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Clear Blo ck Lock-Bits SCS 2 Write X 0x60 Write X 0xD0 1,15
Protec tion Progra m 2 Wri te X 0xC0 Write PA PD 1
NOTES:
1. Commands other than those shown above are rese rved by Intel for future device implementations and should not be used.
2. The Basic Command Set (BCS) is the same as the 28F008SA Command Set or Intel Standard Command S et. The Scalable
Command Set (S CS) is also re ferred to as the Intel Extended Command Set.
3. Bus operat ions are defined in Table 12.
4. X = Any valid address within t he device.
BA = Addr e s s w it hi n th e block .
IA = Identifier Code Address: see Table 17.
QA = Query database Address.
PA = Address of memory location to be programmed.
RCD = Data to be written to the read configuration register . This data is presented to the device on A[16:1]; all other address
inputs are ignored.
5. ID = Data read from Identifi er Codes.
QD = Data re ad from Q uery database.
SRD = Data read from St atus Register. See Table 18 for a description of the Status Register bi ts.
PD = Data to be progr ammed at location PA. Data is latched on the rising edge of WE#.
CC = Configuration Code.
6. The upper byte of the data bus ( D[15:8]) during command writes is a “D on’t Care” in x16 operation.
7. Followi ng the Read Identifier Codes command, read operations access manufacturer, device and block lock codes. S ee
Section 10.2 for read identifier code data.
8. If the WSM is runni ng, only D7 is valid; D [15:8] and D[6:0] float, which p laces them in a high-impedance state.
9. After the Write to Buffer command is issued check the XSR to make sure a buffer is available for writing.
10.The number of bytes/words to be written to the Write Buffer = N + 1, where N = byte/word count a rgument. Count ranges on
thi s device for byte mode are N = 00H to N = 1FH and for word mode are N = 0x00 to N = 0x0 F. The third and consecutive
bus cycles, as determ ined by N, are for writi ng data into th e Write Buffer. Th e Confirm command (0xD0) is expected after
exactly N + 1 write cycles; any other command at that poin t in the sequence aborts the write to buffer operation. See Figure
18, “Writ e to Buffer Fl owcha r t” on page 5 9 for additional information
11.The write to buffer or erase oper ation does not begin until a Confi rm command (0xD0) is issued.
12.Attempts to issue a block erase or program to a locked block.
13.Either 0x40 or 0x10 are recognized by the WSM as the byte/word program setup.
14.Program suspends can be issued after either the Wr ite-to-Buffer or Word/Byte-Program operation is initiated.
15.The clear block lock-bits operation simultaneously clears al l block lock-bits.
Table 14. Command Bus-Cycle Definitions (Sheet 2 of 2)
Command
Scalable or
Basic
Command
Set(2)
Bus
Cycles
Req’d.
First Bus Cycle Second Bus Cycle
Notes
Oper(3) Addr(4) Data(5,6) Oper(3) Addr(4) Data(5,6)
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10.0 Read Operations
The device supports four types of read modes: Read Array, Read Identifier, Read Status, and CFI
query. Upon power-up or return from reset, the device defaults to read array mode. To change the
device’s read mode, the appropriate read-mode command must be written to the device. (See
Section 9.2, “Device Commands” on page 35.) See Section 14.0, “Special Modes” on page 50 for
details regarding read status, read ID, and CFI query modes.
Upon initial device power-up or after exit from reset/power-down mode, the device automatically
resets to read array mode. Otherwise, write the appropriate read mode command (Read Array, Read
Query, Read Identifier Codes, or Read Status Register) to the CUI. Six control signals dictate the
data flow in and out of the component: CE0, CE1, CE2, OE#, WE#, and RP#. The device must be
enabled (see Table 13, “Chip Enable Truth Table” on page 33), and OE# must be driven active to
obtain data at the outputs. CE0, CE1, and CE2 are the device selection controls and, when enabled
(see Table 13), select the memory device. OE# is the data output (D[15:0]) control and, when
active, drives the selected memory data onto the I/O bus. WE# must be at VIH.
10.1 Read Array
Upon initial device power-up and after exit from reset/power-down mode, the device defaults to
read array mode. The device defaults to four-word asynchronous read page mode. The Read Array
command also causes the device to enter read array mode. The device remains enabled for reads
until another command is written. If the internal WSM has started a block erase, program, or lock-
bit configuration, the device will not recognize the Read Array command until the WSM completes
its operation unless the WSM is suspended via an Erase or Program Suspend command. The Read
Array command functions independently of the VPEN voltage.
10.1.1 Asynchronous Page Mode Read
There are two Asynchronous Page mode configurations that are available depending on the users
system design requirements:
Four-Word Page mode: This is the default mode on power-up or reset. Array data can be
sensed up to four words (8 Bytes) at a time.
Eight-Word Page mode: Array data can be sensed up to eight words (16 Bytes) at a time. This
mode must be enabled on power-up or reset by using the command sequence found in
Table 14, “Command Bus-Cycle Definitions” on page 35. Address bits A[3:1] determine
which word is output during a read operation, and A[3:0] determine which byte is output for a
x8 bus width.
After the initial access delay, the first word out of the page buff er corresponds to the initial address.
In Four-W ord Page mode, address bits A[2:1] determine which word is output from the page buffer
for a x16 bus width, and A[2:0] determine which byte is output from the page buffer for a x8 bus
width. Subsequent reads from the device come from the page buffer. These reads are output on
D[15:0] for a x16 bus width and D[7:0] for a x8 bus width after a minimum delay as long as A[2:0]
(Four-Word Page mode) or A[3:0] (Eight-Word Page mode) are the only address bits that change.
Data can be read from the page buffer multiple times, and in any order. In Four-Word Page Mode,
if address bits A[MAX:3] (A[MAX:4] for Eight-Word Page Mode) change at any time, or if CE# is
toggled, the device will sense and load new data into the page buffer. Asynchronous Page Mode is
the default read mode on power-up or reset.
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To perform a page mode read after any other operation, the Read Array command must be issued to
read from the flash array. Asynchronous page mode reads are permitted in all blocks and are used
to access register information. During register access, only one word is loaded into the page buffer.
10.1.2 Enhanced Configuration Register (ECR)
The Enhanced Configuration Register (ECR) is a volatile storage register that when addressed to
by the Set Enhanced Configuration Register command, and can select between Four-Word Page
mode and Eight-Word Page mode. The ECR is volatile; all bits will be reset to default values when
RP# is deasserted or power is removed from the device. To modify ECR settings, use the Set
Enhanced Configuration Register command. The Set Enhanced Configuration Register command
is written along with the configuration register value, which is placed on the lower 16 bits of the
address bus A[15:0]. This is followed by a second write that confirms the operation and again
presents the enhanced configuration register data on the address bus. After executing this
command, the device returns to Read Array mode. The ECR is shown in Table 15, “Enhanced
Configuration Register” on page 38.
Note: For forward compatibility reasons, if the 8-word Asynchronous Page mode is to be used on J3C, a
Clear Status Register command must be issued after issuing the Set Enhanced Configuration
Register command. See Table 16, “J3C Asynchronous 8-Word Page Mode Command Bus-Cycle
Definition” on page 38 for further details.
NOTE: Any reserved bits should be set to 0.
NOTE: X = Any valid address within the device. ECD = Enhan ced Configuratio n Register Data.
Table 15. Enhanced Configuration Register
Res. Reserved
RR8WRRRRRRRRRRRRR
ECR
.15 ECR
.14 ECR
.13 ECR
.12 ECR
.11 ECR
.10 ECR
.9 ECR
.8 ECR
.7 ECR
.6 ECR
.5 ECR
.4 ECR
.3 ECR
.2 ECR
.1 ECR
.0
BITS DESCRIPTION NOTES
ECR[15:14] Reserved Reser v ed fo r Fu tu r e Use . Se t to 0 unti l fu r th er
notice.
ECR[13] “1” = 8W ord Page mode
“0 ” = 4Word Page mode
ECR[12:0] Reserved Reserv ed fo r Fu tu r e Use . Se t to 0 unti l fu r th er
notice.
Table 16. J3C Asynchronous 8-Word Page Mode Command Bus-Cycle Definition
Command Bus
Cycles
Req’d.
First Bus Cycle Second Bus Cycle Third Bus Cycle
Oper Addr(1) Data Oper Addr(1) Data Oper Addr(1) Data
Set Enhanced
Configuration Regi ster
(Set ECR) 3 Write ECD 0x60 Write ECD 0x04 Write X 0x50
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10.2 Read Identifier Codes
The Read identifier codes operation outputs the manufacturer code, device-code, and the block
lock configuration codes for each block (See Section 9.2, “Device Commands” on page 35 for
details on issuing the Read Device Identifier command). Page-mode reads are not supported in this
read mode. To terminate the operation, write another valid command. Like the Read Array
command, the Read Identifier Codes command functions independently of the VPEN voltage. This
command is valid only when the WSM is off or the device is suspended. Following the Read
Identifier Codes command, the following information can be read.
10.2.1 Read Status Register
The Status Register may be read to determine when a block erase, program, or lock-bit
configuration is complete and whether the operation completed successfully. It may be read only
after the specified time W12 (see Table 9, “Write Operations” on page 26). After writing this
command, all subsequent read operations output data from the Status Register until another valid
command is written. Page-mode reads are not supported in this read mode. The Status Register
contents are latched on the falling edge of OE# or the first edge of CE0, CE1, or CE2 that enables
the device (see Table 13, “Chip Enable Truth Table” on page 33). OE# must toggle to VIH or the
device must be disabled before further reads to update the Status Register latch. The Read Status
Register command functions independently of the VPEN voltage.
During a program, block erase, set lock-bit, or clear lock-bit command sequence, only SR.7 is valid
until the Write State Machine completes or suspends the operation. Device I/O signals D[6:0] and
D[15:8] are placed in a high-impedance state. When the operation completes or suspends (check
SR.7), all contents of the Status Register are valid when read.
Table 17. Read Identifier Codes
Code Address(1) Data
Manufacture Code 00000 (00) 89
Device Code 32-Mbit 00001 (00) 16
64-Mbit 0 0001 (00) 17
128-Mbit 00001 (00) 18
256-Mbit 00001 (00) 1D
Block Lock Configuration X0002(2)
Block Is Unlocked D0 = 0
Block Is Locked D0 = 1
Reserv ed for Future Use D[7:1]
NOTES:
1. A0 is not used in either x8 or x16 modes when obtaining the identifier
codes. The low est order address line is A1. Data is always p resented
on the low byte in x16 mode (upper byt e contains 00h).
2. X selects the specifi c block’s lock configuration code.
3. D[7:1 ] are invalid and should be ignored.
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Table 18. Status Register Definitions
WSMS ESS ECLBS PSLBS VPENS PSS DPS R
bit 7 bit 6 bit 5 bit 4 bit 3 bit2 bit 1 bit 0
High Z
When
Busy? Status Register Bits Notes
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
SR.7 = WRITE STATE MACHINE STAT US
1 = Ready
0 = Bus y
SR.6 = ERASE SUS PEND STATUS
1 = Block Erase Suspended
0 = Block Erase in Progress/C ompleted
SR.5 = ERASE AND CLEAR LOCK-BITS STAT U S
1 = Error in Block Erasure or Clear Lock-Bits
0 = Succe ssful Bl ock Erase or Clear Lock-Bits
SR.4 = PROGRAM AND SET LOCK-BIT STATUS
1 = Program Error / Error in Setting Lock-Bit
0 = Succe ssful Program/Set Block Lock Bit
SR.3 = PROGRAM M ING VOLTAGE STATUS
1 = Low Programming Voltage Detected, Operation
Aborted
0 = Prog r a m m in g Voltage OK
SR.2 = PROGRAM SUSPEND STATUS
1 = Progr am suspended
0 = Progr am in progress/completed
SR.1 = DEVICE PROTECT STATUS
1 = Block Lock-Bit Detected, Operation Abort
0 = Unlo c k
SR0 = RESERVED FOR FUTURE ENHANCEMENTS
Check ST S or SR.7 to determi ne blo ck erase,
program, or lock-bit configuration completion.
SR[6:0] are not dr iven while SR .7 = “0.”
If both SR.5 and SR.4 are “1”s after a block erase or
lock-bit confi guration attempt, an improper
command sequence was ent ered.
SR.3 does not provide a continuous programming
voltage level indication. The WSM interrogates and
indicates the programming vol tage level only after
Block E rase, Program, Set Block Lock-Bit, or Clear
Block Lock-Bits command sequences.
SR.1 does not provide a continuous indication of
block lock-bit values. The WSM interrogates the
block lock-bits only after Block Erase, Program, or
Lock-Bit configuration command sequences. It
informs the system, depending on the attempted
operation, if the block lock-bit is set. Read the block
lock configuration codes using the Read I dentifier
Codes command to determine block lock-bit s tatus.
SR0 is reser v ed for futur e use and should be
masked when polling the Status Register.
Table 19. Extended Status Register Definitions
WBS Reserved
bit 7 Bits 6 -- 0
High Z
When
Busy? Status Register Bits Notes
No
Yes
XSR.7 = WRITE BUFFER STATUS
1 = Write buffer available
0 = Write buffer not available
XSR.6–XSR0 = RESERVED FOR FUTURE
ENHANCEMENTS
Aft er a Buffer- Wri te co mm a n d, XSR. 7 = 1 indicat es
that a Write Buffer is available.
SR[6: 0] are reserved for future use and should be
masked when polling t he Status Register.
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10.3 Read Query/CFI
The query register contains an assortment of flash product information such as block size, density,
allowable command sets, electrical specifications and other product information. The data
contained in this register conforms to the Common Flash Interface (CFI) protocol. To obtain any
information from the query register, execute the Read Query Register command. See Section 9.2,
“Device Commands” on page 35 for details on issuing the CFI Query command. Refer to
Appendix A, “Query Structure Overview” on page 53 for a detailed explanation of the CFI register .
Information contained in this register can only be accessed by executing a single-word read.
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11.0 Programming Operations
The device supports two different programming methods: word programming, and write-buffer
programming. Successful programming requires the addressed block to be unlocked. An attempt to
program a locked block will result in the operation aborting, and SR.1 and SR.4 being set,
indicating a programming error. The following sections describe device programming in detail.
11.1 Byte/Word Program
Byte/Word program is executed by a two-cycle command sequence. Byte/Word program setup
(standard 0x40 or alternate 0x10) is written followed by a second write that specifies the address
and data (latched on the rising edge of WE#). The WSM then takes over, controlling the program
and program verify algorithms internally. After the program sequence is written, the device
automatically outputs SRD when read (see Figure 20, “Byte/Word Program Flowchart” on
page 61). The CPU can detect the completion of the program event by analyzing the STS signal or
SR.7.
When program is complete, SR.4 should be checked. If a program error is detected, the Status
Register should be cleared. The internal WSM verify only detects errors for “1”s that do not
successfully program to “0”s. The CUI remains in Read Status Register mode until it receives
another command.
Reliable byte/word programming can only occur when VCC and VPEN are valid. If a byte/word
program is attempted while VPEN VPENLK, SR.4 and SR.3 will be set. Successful byte/word
programs require that the corresponding block lock-bit be cleared. If a byte/word program is
attempted when the corresponding block lock-bit is set, SR.1 and SR.4 will be set.
11.2 Write to Buffer
To program the flash device, a Write to Buffer command sequence is initiated. A variable number
of bytes, up to the buffer size, can be loaded into the buffer and written to the flash device. First, the
Write to Buffer Setup command is issued along with the Block Address (see Figure 18, “Write to
Buffer Flowchart” on page 59). At this point, the eXtended Status Register (XSR, see Table 19)
information is loaded and XSR.7 reverts to “buffer available” status. If XSR.7 = 0, the write buffer
is not available. To retry, continue monitoring XSR.7 by issuing the Write to Buffer setup
command with the Block Address until XSR.7 = 1. When XSR.7 transitions to a “1,” the buffer is
ready for loading.
Next, a word/byte count is given to the part with the Block Address. On the next write, a device
start address is given along with the write buffer data. Subsequent writes provide additional device
addresses and data, depending on the count. All subsequent addresses must lie within the start
address plus the count.
Internally, this device programs many flash cells in parallel. Because of this parallel programming,
maximum programming performance and lower power are obtained by aligning the start address at
the beginning of a write buffer boundary (i.e., A[4:0] of the start address = 0).
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After the final buffer data is given, a Write Confirm command is issued. This initiates the WSM
(Write State Machine) to begin copying the buffer data to the flash array. If a command other than
Write Confirm is written to the device, an “Invalid Command/Sequence” error will be generated
and SR.5 and SR.4 will be set. For additional buffer writes, issue another Write to Buffer Setup
command and check XSR.7.
If an error occurs while writing, the device will stop writing, and SR.4 will be set to indicate a
program failure. The internal WSM verify only detects errors for “1”s that do not successfully
program to “0”s. If a program error is detected, the Status Register should be cleared. Any time
SR.4 and/or SR.5 is set (e.g., a media failure occurs during a program or an erase), the device will
not accept any more Write to Buffer commands. Additionally, if the user attempts to program past
an erase block boundary with a Write to Buffer command, the device will abort the write to buffer
operation. This will generate an “Invalid Command/Sequence” error and SR.5 and SR.4 will be set.
Reliable buffered writes can only occur when VPEN = VPENH. If a buffered write is attempted
while VPEN VPENLK, SR.4 and SR.3 will be set. Buffered write attempts with invalid VCC and
VPEN voltages produce spurious results and should not be attempted. Finally, successful
programming requires that the corresponding block lock-bit be reset. If a buffered write is
attempted when the corresponding block lock-bit is set, SR.1 and SR.4 will be set.
11.3 Program Suspend
The Program Suspend command allows program interruption to read data in other flash memory
locations. Once the programming process starts (either by initiating a write to buffer or byte/word
program operation), writing the Program Suspend command requests that the WSM suspend the
program sequence at a predetermined point in the algorithm. The device continues to output SRD
when read after the Program Suspend command is written. Polling SR.7 can determine when the
programming operation has been suspended. When SR.7 = 1, SR.2 should also be set, indicating
that the device is in the program suspend mode. STS in level RY/BY# mode will also transition to
VOH. Specification tWHRH1 defines the program suspend latency.
At this point, a Read Array command can be written to read data from locations other than that
which is suspended. The only other valid commands while programming is suspended are Read
Query, Read Status Register, Clear Status Register, Configure, and Program Resume. After a
Program Resume command is written, the WSM will continue the programming process. SR.2 and
SR.7 will automatically clear and STS in RY/BY# mode will return to VOL. After the Program
Resume command is written, the device automatically outputs SRD when read. VPEN must remain
at VPENH and VCC must remain at valid VCC levels (the same VPEN and VCC levels used for
programming) while in program suspend mode. Refer to Figure 21, “Program Suspend/Resume
Flowchart” on page 62.
11.4 Program Resume
To resume (i.e., continue) a program suspend operation, execute the Program Resume command.
The Resume command can be written to any device address. When a program operation is nested
within an erase suspend operation and the Program Suspend command is issued, the device will
suspend the program operation. When the Resume command is issued, the device will resume and
complete the program operation. Once the nested program operation is completed, an additional
Resume command is required to complete the block erase operation. The device supports a
maximum suspend/resume of two nested routines. See Figure 21, “Program Suspend/Resume
Flowchart” on page 62).
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12.0 Erase Operati ons
Flash erasing is performed on a block basis; therefore, only one block can be erased at a time. Once
a block is erased, all bits within that block will read as a logic level one. To determine the status of
a block erase, poll the Status Register and analyze the bits. This following section describes block
erase operations in detail.
12.1 Block Erase
Erase is executed one block at a time and initiated by a two-cycle command. A block erase setup is
first written, followed by an block erase confirm. This command sequence requires an appropriate
address within the block to be erased (erase changes all block data to FFH). Block preconditioning,
erase, and verify are handled internally by the WSM (invisible to the system). After the two-cycle
block erase sequence is written, the device automatically outputs SRD when read (see Figure 22,
“Block Erase Flowchart” on page 63). The CPU can detect block erase completion by analyzing
the output of the STS signal or SR.7. Toggle OE#, CE0, CE1, or CE2 to update the Status Register.
When the block erase is complete, SR.5 should be checked. If a block erase error is detected, the
Status Register should be cleared before system software attempts corrective actions. The CUI
remains in Read Status Register mode until a new command is issued.
This two-step command sequence of setup followed by execution ensures that block contents are
not accidentally erased. An invalid Block Erase command sequence will result in both SR.4 and
SR.5 being set. Also, reliable block erasure can only occur when VCC is valid and VPEN = VPENH.
If block erase is attempted while VPEN VPENLK, SR.3 and SR.5 will be set. Successful block
erase requires that the corresponding block lock-bit be cleared. If block erase is attempted when the
corresponding block lock-bit is set, SR.1 and SR.5 will be set.
12.2 Block Erase Suspend
The Block Erase Suspend command allows block-erase interruption to read or program data in
another block of memory. Once the block erase process starts, writing the Block Erase Suspend
comma nd r eq ues ts tha t t he WSM susp end the bloc k er ase se q uen ce at a pr edete rm in ed p oi nt in th e
algorithm. The device outputs SRD when read after the Block Erase Suspend command is written.
Polling SR.7 then SR.6 can determine when the block erase operation has been suspended (both
will be set). In default mode, STS will also transition to VOH. Specification tWHRH defines the
block erase suspend latency.
At this point, a Read Array command can be written to read data from blocks other than that which
is suspended. A program command sequence can also be issued during erase suspend to program
data in other blocks. During a program operation with block erase suspended, SR.7 will return to
“0” and STS output (in default mode) will transition to VOL. However, SR.6 will remain “1” to
indicate block erase suspend status. Using the Program Suspend command, a program operation
can also be suspended. Resuming a suspended programming operation by issuing the Program
Resume command allows continuing of the suspended programming operation. To resume the
suspended erase, the user must wait for the programming operation to complete before issuing the
Block Erase Resume command.
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The only other valid commands while block erase is suspended are Read Query, Read Status
Register, Clear Status Register, Configure, and Block Erase Resume. After a Block Erase Resume
command is written to the flash memory, the WSM will continue the block erase process. SR.6 and
SR.7 will automatically clear and STS (in default mode) will return to VOL. After the Erase
Resume command is written, the device automatically outputs SRD when read (see Figure 23,
“Block Erase Suspend/Resume Flowchart” on page 64). VPEN must remain at VPENH (the same
VPEN level used for block erase) while block erase is suspended. Block erase cannot resume until
program operations initiated during block erase suspend have completed.
12.3 Erase Resume
To resume (i.e., continue) an erase suspend operation, execute the Erase Resume command. The
Resume command can be written to any device address. When a program operation is nested
within an erase suspend operation and the Program Suspend command is issued, the device will
suspend the program operation. When the Resume command is issued, the device will resume the
program operations first. Once the nested program operation is completed, an additional Resume
command is required to complete the block erase operation. The device supports a maximum
suspend/resume of two nested routines. See Figure 22, “Block Erase Flowchart” on page 63.
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13.0 Security Modes
This device offers both hardware and software security features. Block lock operations, PRs, and
VPEN allow the user to implement various levels of data protection. The following section
describes security features in detail.
Other security features are available that are not described in this datasheet. Please contact your
local Intel Field Representative for more information.
13.1 Set Block Lock-Bit
A flexible block locking scheme is enabled via block lock-bits. The block lock-bits gate program
and erase operations. Individual block lock-bits can be set using the Set Block Lock-Bit command.
This command is invalid while the WSM is running or the device is suspended.
Set block lock-bit commands are executed by a two-cycle sequence. The set block setup along with
appropriate block address is followed by either the set block lock-bit confirm (and an address
within the block to be locked). The WSM then controls the set lock-bit algorithm. After the
sequence is written, the device automatically outputs Status Register data when read (see Figure 24
on page 65). The CPU can detect the completion of the set lock-bit event by analyzing the STS
signal output or SR.7.
When the set lock-bit operation is complete, SR.4 should be checked. If an error is detected, the
Status Register should be cleared. The CUI will remain in Read Status Register mode until a new
command is issued.
This two-step sequence of setup followed by execution ensures that lock-bits are not accidentally
set. An invalid Set Block Lock-Bit command will result in SR.4 and SR.5 being set. Also, reliable
operations occur only when VCC and VPEN are valid. With VPEN VPENLK, lock-bit contents are
protected against alteration.
13.2 Clear Block Lock-Bits
All set block lock-bits are cleared in parallel via the Clear Block Lock-Bits command. Block lock-
bits can be cleared using only the Clear Block Lock-Bits command. This command is invalid while
the WSM is running or the device is suspended.
Clear block lock-bits command is executed by a two-cycle sequence. A clear block lock-bits setup
is first written. The device automatically outputs Status Register data when read (see Figure 25 on
page 66). The CPU can detect completion of the clear block lock-bits event by analyzing the STS
signal output or SR.7.
When the operation is complete, SR.5 should be checked. If a clear block lock-bit error is detected,
the Status Register should be cleared. The CUI will remain in Read Status Register mode until
another command is issued.
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This two-step sequence of setup followed by execution ensures that block lock-bits are not
accidentally cleared. An invalid Clear Block Lock-Bits command sequence will result in SR.4 and
SR.5 being set. Also, a reliable clear block lock-bits operation can only occur when VCC and VPEN
are valid. If a clear block lock-bits operation is attempted while VPEN VPENLK, SR.3 and SR.5
will be set.
If a clear block lock-bits operation is aborted due to VPEN or VCC transitioning out of valid range,
block lock-bit values are left in an undetermined state. A repeat of clear block lock-bits is required
to initialize block lock-bit contents to known values.
13.3 Protection Register Program
The Intel StrataFlash® memory (J3) includes a 128-bit Protection Register (PR) that can be used to
increase the security of a system design. For example, the number contained in the PR can be used
to “mate” the flash component with other system components such as the CPU or ASIC, preventing
device substitution.
The 128-bits of the PR are divided into two 64-bit segments. One of the segments is programmed at
the Intel factory with a unique 64-bit number, which is unalterable. The other segment is left blank
for customer designers to program as desired. Once the customer segment is programmed, it can be
locked to prevent further programming.
13.3.1 Readi ng the Protection Register
The Protection Register is read in the identification read mode. The device is switched to this mode
by issuing the Read Identifier command (0x90). Once in this mode, read cycles from addresses
shown in Table 8 or Table 21 retrieve the specified information. To return to read array mode, write
the Read Array command (0xFF).
13.3.2 Programming the Protection Register
Protection Register bits are programmed using the two-cycle Protection Program command. The
64-bit number is programmed 16 bits at a time for word-wide configuration and eight bits at a time
for byte-wide configuration. First write the Protection Program Setup command, 0xC0. The next
write to the device will latch in address and data and program the specified location. The allowable
addresses are shown in Table 8 or Table 21. See Figure 26, “Protection Register Programming
Flowchart” on page 67
Any attempt to address Protection Program commands outside the defined PR address space will
result in a Status Register error (SR.4 will be set). Attempting to program a locked PR segment will
result in a Status Register error (SR.4 and SR.1 will be set).
13.3.3 Locking the Protection Register
The user-programmable segment of the Protection Register is lockable by programming Bit 1 of
the PLR to 0. Bit 0 of this location is programmed to 0 at the Intel factory to protect the unique
device number. Bit 1 is set using the Protection Program command to program “0xFFFD” to the
PLR. After these bits have been programmed, no further changes can be made to the values stored
in the Protection Register. Protection Program commands to a locked section will result in a Status
Register error (SR.4 and SR.1 will be set). PR lockout state is not reversible.
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NOTE: A0 is not used in x16 mode when accessing the Protection R egister map (See Table 8 for x16
addressing). For x8 mode A0 is used (See Table 21 for x8 addressing).
Figure 17. Protection Register Memory Map
0x88
0x85
64-bit Segment
(User-Programmable)
0x84
0x81
0x80 Lock Register 0
64-bit Segment
(Factory-Programmed)
15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0
128-Bit Protection Register 0
Word
Address A[23:1]: 128 Mbit A[21:1]: 32 Mbit
A[22:1]: 64 MbitA[24:1]: 256 Mbit
Table 20. Word-Wide Protection Register Addressing
WordUseA8A7A6A5A4A3A2A1
LOCKBoth10000000
0Factory10000001
1Factory10000010
2Factory10000011
3Factory10000100
4User10000101
5User10000110
6User10000111
7User10001000
Table 21. Byte-Wide Protection Register Addressing (Sheet 1 of 2)
ByteUseA8A7A6A5A4A3A2A1A0
LOCKBoth100000000
LOCKBoth100000001
0Factory100000010
1Factory100000011
2Factory100000100
3Factory100000101
4Factory100000110
5Factory100000111
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13.4 Array Protection
The VPEN signal is a hardware mechanism to prohibit array alteration. When the VPEN voltage is
below the VPENLK voltage, array contents cannot be altered. To ensure a proper erase or program
operation, VPEN must be set to a valid voltage level. To determine the status of an erase or program
operation, poll the Status Register and analyze the bits.
6Factory100001000
7Factory100001001
8User100001010
9User100001011
AUser100001100
BUser100001101
CUser100001110
DUser100001111
EUser100010000
FUser100010001
NOTE: All add r ess li ne s n ot sp eci fi ed in t he ab ove table must b e 0 whe n a cces sin g th e P rot ect ion R egist er,
i.e.g., A[MAX:9] = 0.
Table 21. Byte-Wide Protection Register Addressing (Sheet 2 of 2)
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14.0 S pe c ia l Modes
This section describes how to read the status, ID, and CFI registers. This section also details how to
configure the STS signal.
14.1 Set Read Configuration Register Command
This command is no longer supported on J3A or J3C. The J3A device will ignore this command,
while the J3C device will result in an invalid command sequence (SR.4 and SR.5 =1).
14.2 Status (STS)
The Status (STS) signal can be configured to different states using the Configuration command.
Once the STS signal has been configured, it remains in that configuration until another
configuration command is issued or RP# is asserted low. Initially, the STS signal defaults to RY/
BY# operation where R Y/BY# low indicates that the WSM is busy . RY/BY# high indicates that the
state machine is ready for a new operation or suspended. Table 22, “STS Configuration Coding
Definitions” on page 50 displays the possible STS configurations.
To reconfigure the Status (STS) signal to other modes, the Configuration command is given
followed by the desired configuration code. The three alternate configurations are all pulse mode
for use as a system interrupt as described below. For these configurations, bit 0 controls Erase
Complete interrupt pulse, and bit 1 controls Program Complete interrupt pulse. Supplying the 0x00
configuration code with the Configuration command resets the STS signal to the default RY/BY#
level mode. The possible configurations and their usage are described in Table 22, “STS
Configuration Coding Definitions” on page 50. The Configuration command may only be given
when the device is not busy or suspended. Check SR.7 for device status. An invalid configuration
code will result in both SR.4 and SR.5 being set. When configured in one of the pulse modes, the
STS signal pulses low with a typical pulse width of 250 ns.
Table 22. STS Configuration Coding Definitions
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
Reserved
Pulse on
Program
Complete
(1)
Puls e on
Erase
Complete
(1)
D[1:0] = STS Configuration Codes Notes
00 = default, level mode;
device ready indication Used to control HOLD to a memory controller to prevent accessing a
flash memory subsystem while any flash device's WSM is busy.
01 = pulse on Erase Complete Used to generate a system interrupt pulse when any flash device in
an array has completed a block erase. Helpful for reformatting blocks
after file system free space reclamation or “cleanup.”
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10 = pulse on Program Complete Used to generate a system interrupt pulse when any flash device in
an array has completed a program operation. Provides highest
performance for servicing continuous buffer write operations.
11 = pulse on Erase or Program
Complete Used to generate system interrupts to trigger servicing of flash arrays
when either erase or program operations are completed, when a
common interrupt service routine is desired.
NOTES:
1. When con figured in one of the pulse modes, STS pulses low with a typical puls e width of 250 ns.
2. An invalid configuration code will r esult in both SR .4 and SR .5 being set.
Table 22. ST S Configuration Coding Definitions
D7 D6 D5 D4 D3 D2 D1 D0
Reserved
Pulse on
Program
Complete
(1)
Pulse on
Erase
Complete
(1)
D[1:0] = STS Configuration Codes Notes
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Appendix A Common Flash Interface
The Common Flash Interface (CFI) specification outlines device and host system software
interrogation handshake which allows specific vendor-specified software algorithms to be used for
entire families of devices. This allows device independent, JEDEC ID-independent, and forward-
and backward-compatible software support for the specified flash device families. It allows flash
vendors to standardize their existing interfaces for long-term compatibility.
This appendix defines the data structure or “database” returned by the Common Flash Interface
(CFI) Query command. System software should parse this structure to gain critical information
such as block size, density, x8/x16, and electrical specifications. Once this information has been
obtained, the software will know which command sets to use to enable flash writes, block erases,
and otherwise control the flash component. The Query command is part of an overall specification
for multiple command set and control interface descriptions called Common Flash Interface, or
CFI.
A.1 Query Structure Output
The Query “database” allows system software to gain information for controlling the flash
component. This section describes the device’ s CF I-compliant interface that allows the host system
to access Query data.
Query data are always presented on the lowest-order data outputs (D[7:0]) only. The numerical
offset value is the address relative to the maximum bus width supported by the device. On this
family of devices, the Query table device starting address is a 10h, which is a word address for x16
devices.
For a word-wide (x16) device, the first two bytes of the Query structure, “Q” and “R” in ASCII,
appear on the low byte at word addresses 10h and 11h. This CFI-compliant device outputs 00H
data on upper bytes. Thus, the device outputs ASCII “Q” in the low byte (D[7:0]) and 0x00 (00h)
in the high byte (D[15:8]).
At Query addresses containing two or more bytes of information, the least significant data byte is
presented at the lower address, and the most significant data byte is presented at the higher address.
In all of the following tables, addresses and data are represented in hexadecimal notation, so the
“h” suffix has been dropped. In addition, since the upper byte of word-wide devices is always
“00h,” the leading “00” has been dropped from the table notation and only the lower byte value is
shown. Any x16 device outputs can be assumed to have 00h on the upper byte in this mode.
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A.2 Query Structure Overview
The Query command causes the flash component to display the Common Flash Interface (CFI)
Query structure or “database.” The structure sub-sections and address locations are summarized
below. See AP-646 Common Flash Interface (CFI) and Command Sets (order number 292204) for
a full description of CFI commands.
The following sections describe the Query structure sub-sections in detail.
Table 23. Summary of Query Structure Output as a Function of De vice and Mod e
Device
Type/
Mode
Query s t art l ocati on in
maximum device bus
width addresses
Quer y data with maximum
device bus width addressing Query data with byte
addressing
Hex
Offset Hex
Code ASCII
Value Hex
Offset Hex
Code ASCII
Value
x16 device 10 h 10: 0051 “Q” 20: 51 “Q
x16 mode 11: 0052 “R” 21: 00 “Null”
12: 0059 “Y” 22: 52 “R”
x16 device 20: 51 “Q”
x8 mode N/A(1) N/A(1) 21: 51 “Q”
22: 52 R”
NOTE:
1. The s ystem must drive the lowest order addresses to access all the device' s array data when the device is
configure d in x8 mode. Ther efore, word addressing, where these lower ad dresses are not toggled by the
system, is "Not Applicable" for x8-config ured devices.
Table 24. Example of Query Structure Output of a x16- and x8-Capable Device
Word Addressing Byte Addressing
Offset Hex Code Va lue Offset Hex Code Value
A15–A0 D15–D0A7–A0 D7–D0
0010h 0051 “Q 20h 51 “Q”
0011h 0052 “R” 21h 51 “Q”
0012h 0059 “Y” 22h 52 “R”
0013h P_IDLO PrVendor 23h 52 “R”
0014h P_IDHI ID # 24h 59 Y”
0015h PLO PrVendor 25h 59 “Y”
0016h PHI TblAdr 26h P_IDLO PrVendor
0017h A_IDLO AltVendor 27h P_IDLO ID #
0018h A_IDHI ID # 28 h P_IDHI ID #
... ... ... ... ... ...
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A.3 Block Status Register
The bl oc k sta tus re g is ter ind ica t es wh et he r an era se o pe ra tio n com pl ete d succ es sf ully or whethe r a
given block is locked or can be accessed for flash program/erase operations.
A.4 CFI Query Identification String
The CFI Query Identification String provides verification that the component supports the
Common Flash Interface specification. It also indicates the specification version and supported
vendor-specified command set(s).
Table 25. Query Structure
Offset Sub-Section Name Description Notes
00h Manufacturer Code 1
01h Device Code 1
(BA+2)h(2) Block Status Register Block-Specific Information 1,2
04-0Fh Reserved Reserved for Vendor-Specific Information 1
10h CFI Query Identification String Reserved for Vendor- Specific Information 1
1Bh System Interfac e Informati on Command S et ID and Vendor Data Offset 1
27h Device Geom etry De finition Flash Device Layout 1
P(3) Primary Intel-Specific Extended
Query Table Vendor-Defined Additional Informat ion
S pecific to the Primary Vendor Algorithm 1,3
NOTES:
1. Refer to the Query Structure Output section and offset 28h for t he detailed definition of offset
address as a function of device bus width and mode.
2. BA = Block Address beginning location (i.e. , 02000h is block 2’s beginning loc ation when the
block size is 128 Kbyt e).
3. Offset 15 defines “P” which points to the Primary Intel-Specific Extended Query Table.
Table 26. Block Status Register
Offset Length Description Address Value
(BA+2)h(1) 1 Block Loc k Status Reg ister BA+2: --00 or --01
BSR.0 B lock Lock Status
0 = Unlocked
1 = Locked BA+2: (bit 0): 0 or 1
BSR 1–7: Reserved for Future Use BA+2: (bit 1–7): 0
NOTE:
1. BA = The begi nning locat ion of a Bl ock Addr ess (i.e ., 008 000h i s block 1 ’s (64 -KB blo ck) begin ning l ocati on
in word mode).
Table 27. CFI Identification (Sheet 1 of 2)
Offset Length Description Add. Hex
Code Value
10h 3 Query-unique ASCII string “QRY” 10 --51 “Q”
11: --52 “R”
12: --59 “Y”
13h 2 Primary vendor command set and control interface ID code. 13: --01
16- bit ID code for v endor-specif ied algorithms 14: --00
15h 2 Extended Query Table primary algorith m address 15: --31
16: --00
17h 2 Alternate vendor command set and control inter face ID code. 17: --00
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A.5 System Interface Information
The following device information can optimize system interface software.
A.6 Device Geometry Definition
This field provides critical details of the flash device geometry.
0000h means no second vendor-specified algorithm exists 18: --00
19h 2 Secondary al gorithm Exten ded Query Table address. 19: --00
0000h means none exists 1A: --00
Table 27. CFI Identification (Sheet 2 of 2)
Offset Length Description Add. Hex
Code Value
Table 28. System Interface Information
Offset Length Description Add. Hex
Code Value
1Bh 1 VCC logic su pply minimum program/erase voltage
bits 0–3 BCD 100 mV
bits 4–7 BCD volts 1B: --27 2.7 V
1Ch 1 VCC logic supply maximum pro gram/erase voltage
bits 0–3 BCD 100 mV
bits 4–7 BCD volts 1C: --36 3.6 V
1Dh 1 VPP [programming] supply minimum program/erase volt age
bits 0–3 BCD 100 mV
bits 4–7 HEX volts 1D: --00 0.0 V
1Eh 1 VPP [programming] supply maximum program /erase voltage
bits 0–3 BCD 100 mV
bits 4–7 HEX volts 1E: --00 0.0 V
1Fh 1 “n” such that typical single word program time-out = 2n µs 1F: --08 256 µs
20h 1 “n” su ch that typical max. buffer write time- out = 2n µs 20: --08 256 µs
21h 1 “n” su ch that typical block erase time-out = 2n ms 21: --0A 1 s
22h 1 “n” such that typical full chip erase time -out = 2n ms 22: --00 NA
23h 1 “n” such that maximum word program time -out = 2n times
typical 23: --04 2 ms
24h 1 “n” such that maximum buffer write time-out = 2n times typi cal 24 : --04 2 ms
25h 1 “n” such that maximum block erase time-out = 2n times typical 25: --04 16 s
26h 1 “n” such that maximum chip erase time-out = 2n times typical 26: - -00 NA
Table 29. Device Geometry Definition (Sheet 1 of 2)
Offset Length Description Code See Table
Below
27h 1 “n” such that device size = 2n in number of bytes 27:
28h 2 Flas h device interf ace: x8 async x16 async x8/x16 async 28: --02 x8/
x16
28:00,29:00 28:01,29:00 28:02,29:00 29: --00
2Ah 2 “n” such that maximum number of bytes in write buffer = 2n2A: --05 32
2B: --00
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Device Geometry Definition
A.7 Primary-Vendor Specific Extended Query Table
Certain flash features and commands are optional. The Primary Vendor-Specific Extended Query
table specifies this and other similar information.
2Ch 1
Number of erase block regions within device:
1. x = 0 means no erase bl ocking; the device eras es in “bulk”
2. x sp ecifies the number of device or partition regions wi th one or
mo re contig uous sa m e - s iz e er ase blo ck s
3. Symmetrically blocked partitions have one blocking region
4. Part ition size = (total blocks) x (individual block size)
2C: --01 1
2Dh 4
Erase Block Region 1 Information 2D:
bit s 0–15 = y, y+1 = number of ide ntical-size er ase blocks 2E:
bit s 16–31 = z, region er ase block(s) si ze are z x 256 bytes 2F:
30:
Table 29. Device Geometry Definition (Sheet 2 of 2)
Offset Length Description Code See T able
Below
Address 32 Mbit 64 Mbit 128 Mbit 256Mbit
27: --16 --17 --18 --19
28: --02 --02 --02 --02
29: --00 --00 --00 -00
2A: --05 --05 --05 -05
2B: --00 --00 --00 -00
2C: --01 --01 --01 -01
2D: --1F --3F --7F -FF
2E: --00 --00 --00 --00
2F: --00 --00 --00 --00
30: --02 --02 --02 --02
Table 30. Primary Vendor-Specific Extended Query (Sheet 1 of 2)
Offset(1)
P = 31h Length Description
(Optional Fl as h Fe atures an d C om m a nd s) Add. Hex
Code Value
(P+0)h 3 Primary extended query table 31: --50 “P”
(P+1)h Unique AS CII string “PRI” 32: --5 2 “R”
(P+2)h 33: --49 “I”
(P+3)h 1 Major version number, ASCII 34: --31 “1”
(P+4)h 1 Minor version number, ASCII 35: --31 “1”
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(P+5)h
(P+6)h
(P+7)h
(P+8)h
4
Optional feature and command support (1=yes, 0=no) 36: --0A
bits 9–31 are reser ve d; und ef in ed b it s ar e “0. If bi t 31 i s 37: --00
“1” t hen ano ther 31 b it fi eld of optiona l feat ures follow s at 38: --00
the end of the bit-30 field. 39: --00
bit 0 Chip erase supported bit 0 = 0 No
bit 1 Suspend erase supported bit 1 = 1 Yes
bit 2 Suspend program supported bit 2 = 1 Yes
bit 3 Legacy lock/unlock supported bit 3 = 1(1) Yes(1)
bit 4 Queued erase supported bit 4 = 0 No
bit 5 Instant Individual block locking supported bit 5 = 0 No
bit 6 Protection bits supported bit 6 = 1 Yes
bit 7 Page-mode read supported bit 7 = 1 Yes
bit 8 Synchronous re ad supported bit 8 = 0 No
(P+9)h 1
Sup ported functions after suspend: read Array, Status,
Query
Other su pported opera tions are:
bits 1–7 reserved; undefined bits are “0”
3A: --01
bit 0 Program supp orted after era s e suspend bit 0 = 1 Yes
(P+A)h
(P+B)h 2
Block status register mask 3B: --01
bits 2–15 are Reserved; undefined bits are “0” 3C: --00
bit 0 Block Lock-Bit Status register active bit 0 = 1 Yes
bit 1 Block Lock-Down Bi t Status active bit 1 = 0 No
(P+C)h 1
VCC logic supply highest performance pr ogram/erase
voltage
bits 0–3 BCD value in 100 mV
bits 4–7 BCD value in volts
3D: --33 3. 3 V
(P+D)h 1 VPP optimum program/e rase supply voltage
bits 0–3 BCD value in 100 mV
bits 4–7 HEX value in volts 3E: --00 0.0 V
NOTE:
1. Futu re devices may not support the described “Legacy Lock/Unlock” function. Thus bit 3 would have a
va lu e of “0.”
Table 30. Primary Vendor-Specific Extended Query (Sheet 2 of 2)
Offset(1)
P = 31h Length Description
(Optional Flash Features and Commands) Add. Hex
Code Value
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Table 31. Protection Register Information
Offset(1)
P = 31h Length Description
(Optional Flash Features and Commands) Add. Hex
Code Value
(P+E)h 1 Number of Protection register fields in JEDEC ID space.
“00h ,” indicates tha t 256 protection bytes are available 3F: --01 01
(P+F)h
(P+10)h
(P+11)h
(P+12)h
4
Protection Field 1: Protection Description
This field describes user-available One Time Programmable
(OTP) P rot ectio n Regi st er b yte s. S ome ar e pre - progr a mmed
with device-unique serial numbers. Others are user-
prog rammable . Bit s 0- 15 po int to the P rotec tion Regist er l ock
byte, the section’s first byte. The following bytes are factory
pre-programmed and user-programmable.
bit s 0-7 = Lock/bytes JEDEC-plane physical low address
bit s 8-15 = Lock/bytes JEDEC-pla ne physical high address
bits 16-23 = “n” such that 2n = factory pre-programmed bytes
bit s 24-31 = “n” such that 2n = user-progr ammable bytes
40:
41:
42:
43:
--80
--00
--03
--03
80h
00h
8bytes
8bytes
NOTE:
1. The variable P is a pointer which is defined at CFI offset 15h.
Table 32. Burst Read Information
Offset(1)
P = 31h Length Description
(Opt io na l Fla s h Fe at ur e s an d Com m a nds) Add. Hex
Code Value
(P+13)h 1
Page Mode Read capability
bits 0–7 = “n” such that 2n HEX value represents the number
of read-page bytes. See offset 28h for device word width to
determine page-mode data output width. 00h indicates no
read page buffer.
44: --03 8 byte
(P+14)h 1 Number of synchronous mode read configur ation fields that
follow. 00h indicates no burst capability. 45: --00 0
(P+15)h Reserved for future use 46:
NOTE:
1. The variable P is a pointer which is defined at CFI offset 15h.
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Appendix B Flow Charts
Figure 18. Write to Buffer Flowchart
Start
Setup
- Writ e 0x E8
- Bloc k Ad dres s
Ch eck B u ffer Statu s
- Perf orm read operation
- R ead Ready Stat us on s ignal SR7
SR 7 = 1?
Word Count
- Address = bloc k address
- D at a = w ord c ount m inus 1
(Valid range = 0x00 t o 0x 1F )
Confirm
- Writ e 0x D 0
- Bloc k address
End
Yes
No
Yes
SR 7 = 1? No
Load Buffer
- F ill wr ite buf f er up t o word c ount
- Address = within buffer range
- D at a = user dat a
Read Statu s
R egister ( SR)
Full Status Register
Check
(if des ired)
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Figure 19. Status Register Flowchart
Start
SR 7 = '1'
SR 2 = '1'
SR 4 = '1'
SR 3 = '1'
SR 1 = '1'
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
No
SR 6 = '1' Yes
No
SR 5 = '1'
No
No
Error
C om m and S equenc e
Yes
Yes
Yes
Error
Erase F ailure
Error
Progr am F ailure
- Set by W SM
- R eset b y use r
- See C l ea r Statu s
R eg i ster
Command
- Set/ R eset
by WSM
SR 4 = '1' Yes
No
End
Command Cycle
- I s sue St at us R egist er C om m and
- Address = any dev ic e addres s
- D at a = 0x 70
Er ase Su spen d
See Susp end / Resum e Flowc har t
Pr og r am Susp en d
See Sus pen d/ R es um e F l owchart
Error
V
PEN
< V
PENLK
Error
Block Locked
Data Cycle
- R ead St a tu s Re gis t er SR [7: 0]
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Figure 20. Byte/Word Pro gram Flowcha r t
Start
Write 40H,
Address
Write Data and
Address
Read S tatus
Register
SR.7 =
Full Status
Check if Desired
Byte/Word
P rogr a m C o mp lete
Read S tatus
Register Data
(See Above)
Voltage Range Error
Dev ice Protect Error
Programming Error
Byte/Word
Program
Successful
SR.3 =
SR.1 =
SR.4 =
FULL STATUS CHECK PROCEDURE
Bus
Operation
Write
Write
Standby
1. Toggling OE# (low t o high t o low ) updat es the st atus regist er . This
can be done in place of issuing t he Read Status R egist er comm and.
Rep eat for subsequent pr ogr a mm ing operations.
SR full sta t us c heck can be done af t er eac h pr ogr am oper at ion, or
af t er a s equence of pr ogr am m ing oper at ions.
Write FFH af t er the last program oper at ion t o place device in read
array mode.
Bus
Operation
Standby
Standby
Toggling O E# ( low to high to low ) updates the st atus regist er . This can
be done in place of issuing the Read St at us R egist er com m and.
Rep eat for subsequent pr ogr a mm ing operations.
SR.4, SR .3 and SR.1 ar e only cleared by t he C lear Status R egist er
com mand in cases where multiple locations are progr ammed before
f ull status is checked.
I f an er r or is det ec t ed, c lear t he s t atus register bef ore at tempting retry
or other er r or r ec overy.
0
1
1
0
1
0
1
0
Command
Setup Byte /
Word Program
Byte/Word
Program
Comments
Data = 40H
Addr = Location to Be Program m ed
Data = Data to Be Programmed
Addr = Location to Be Program m ed
Chec k SR . 7
1 = WSM Ready
0 = WSM Busy
Command Comments
Chec k SR . 3
1 = Progr am ming to Voltage Er r or
Detect
Chec k SR . 4
1 = Progr am ming Er r or
Read
(N ote 1) Status Register Data
Standby
Chec k SR . 1
1 = D evice Prot ect Det ect
RP# = V
IH
, Block Lock-Bit Is Set
Only required for sy stems
implemeting lock-bit configuration.
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Figure 21. Program Suspend/Resume Flowchart
Start
Write B0H
Read Status Register
SR. 7 =
SR. 2 = Programming Compl eted
Write D0H
Programming Resumed
Write FFH
Read Array Data
1
1
0
0
Bus
Operation Command Comments
Write Program
Suspend Data = B0H
Addr = X
Read Stat us R egister Data
Addr = X
Standby Check SR.7
1 - WSM Ready
0 = WSM Busy
Standby Check SR.6
1 = Programming Suspended
0 = Programming C ompleted
Read Read array locations other
than t hat being program m ed.
Write FFH
Read Data Array
Done Reading
Yes
No
Write Read A rray Data = FFH
Addr = X
Write Program
Resume Data = D0H
Addr = X
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Figure 22. Block Erase Flowchart
Start
Read
Status Register
SR.7 =
Er ase Flash
Block(s) Complete
0
1
Ful l Status
Che c k if De sired
Suspend Erase
I s su e S ingle Block Erase
Comm and 20H, B loc k
Address
Suspend
Er ase Loop
Write Confirm D0H
Block Address
Yes
No
Bus
Operation Command Comments
Write Erase Block Data = 20H
Addr = Block Address
Wr ite (N ot e 1) Erase
Confirm Data = D0H
Addr = X
Read
Status r egis ter data
With the device enabled,
OE# lo w updat es S R
Addr = X
Standby Check SR .7
1 = WS M Ready
0 = WS M Busy
1. The Erase C onfirm byte must follow Erase Setup.
Thi s device does not support er ase queuing. Pl eas e s ee
Applicat ion note AP-646 For software erase queuing
compatibility.
Ful l st a t us check can be don e af t e r al l er ase and wri te
sequences com plete. Write FFH af ter the last operation to
r eset th e devi ce t o re ad ar r a y mode.
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Figure 23. Block Erase Suspend/Resume Flowchart
Start
Write B0H
Read Status Register
SR.7 =
SR.6 = Blo ck Erase Co mpleted
Read or Program?
Done?
Write D0H
Block Erase R esumed
Write FFH
Read Array Data
Program
Program
Loop
R ead Array
Data
Read
No
Yes
1
1
0
0
Bus
Operation Command Comments
Write Erase Suspend Data = B0H
Addr = X
Read Status Register Data
Addr = X
Standby C hec k SR .7
1 - WSM Ready
0 = WSM Busy
Standby C hec k SR .6
1 = Block Erase Sus pended
0 = Block Erase Complet ed
Write Erase Resume Data = D0H
Addr = X
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Figure 24. Set Block Lock- Bit Flowchart
Start
Write 60H,
Block Address
Write 01H,
Block Address
Read Status Register
SR.7 =
Full Status
Ch eck if D esired
Set Lock-Bi t Comple te
FULL STATUS CHECK PROCEDURE
Bus
Operation
Write
1
0
Command
Set Blo ck Lo ck- B i t
Setup
Comments
Data = 60H
Addr =Block Address
Read Status Register
Data (See Above)
Voltage Range ErrorSR.3 = 1
0
Command Sequence
Error
SR.4,5 = 1
0
Set Lock-Bit ErrorSR.4 = 1
0
Set Lock-Bit
Successful
Bus
Operation
Standby
Command Comments
Check SR.3
1 = Program ming Voltage Error
Detect
SR.5, SR.4 and SR.3 are only cleared by the Clear Status Register
command, in cases where multiple lock-bits are set before full status is
checked.
If an e rror is detected, clear th e st a tus register before a ttemptin g re try
or oth er erro r rec o very.
Standby Check SR.4, 5
Bo th 1 = Comm and Se quence
Error
Standby Check SR.4
1 = Set Lock-Bit Error
Write Set Block Lock- B i t
Confirm Data = 01H
Addr = Block Addr ess
Standby
Re peat f or subsequent loc k-bit operations.
Fu l l stat us che ck can be done afte r each l ock-bit set op erat i on or af ter
a sequen ce of lock-bit set operation s.
Write FFH after the last lock- bit set operation to place device in read
array mode.
Check S R.7
1 = WSM Ready
0 = WSM Busy
Read Sta tus Re gis t er Data
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Figure 25. Clear Lock-Bit Flowchart
Start
Write 60H
Wr ite D0H
Read Status Register
SR.7 =
Full Status
Check if Desired
Clear Block Lock-Bits
Complete
FULL STATUS CHECK PROCEDURE
Bus
Operation
Write
Write
Standby
Write FFH after the clear lock-bits operation to place device in read
array mode.
Bus
Operation
Standby
SR.5, SR.4, and SR.3 are only cleared by the Clear Status Register
command.
If an error is detected, clear the status register before attemp ting retry
or other error recove ry.
1
0
Command
Clear Block
Lock-Bits Setup
Clear Block or
Lock-Bits Confirm
Comments
Data = 60H
Addr = X
Data = D0H
Addr = X
Check SR.7
1 = WSM Ready
0 = WSM Busy
Command Comments
Check SR.3
1 = Programming Voltage Error
Detect
Read Status Register
Data (See Above)
Voltage Range ErrorSR.3 = 1
0
Command Sequence
Error
SR.4,5 = 1
0
Clear Block Lock-B its
Error
SR.5 = 1
0
Read Status Regi ster Da ta
Standby Check SR.4, 5
Both 1 = Command Sequence
Error
Standby Check SR.5
1 = Clear Bl ock Lock- Bits Error
Clear Block Lock-Bits
Successful
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Figure 26. Protection Register Programming Flowchart
Start
Write C0H
(Protection Reg.
Program Setup)
Write Protect. Regist er
Address/Data
Read Status Register
SR.7 = 1?
Full Status
Check if Desired
Program Complete
Read Status Register
Data (See Above)
V
PEN
Range Er ror
Protecti on Register
Programming Error
Attempted Program to
Locked Regist er -
Aborted
Progra m Successf ul
SR.3, S R .4 =
SR.1, S R .4 =
SR.1, S R .4 =
FULL STATUS CHECK PROCEDURE
B us O pera tio n
Write
Write
Standby
Protection Program operations can only be addressed within the protection
register address space. Addresses outside the defined space will return an
error.
Repeat for subsequent programming operations.
SR Full Status Check can be done after each program or after a sequence of
program operations.
Write FFH after the last program operation to reset device to read array mode.
B us O pera tio n
Standby
Standby
SR.3 MUST be cleared, if set during a program attempt, before further
attempts are allowed by the Write State Machine.
SR.1, SR.3 and SR.4 are only cleared by the Clear Staus Register Command,
in cases of multiple protection register program operations before full status is
checked.
If an error is detected, clear the status register before attempting retry or other
error recovery.
No
Yes
1, 1
0,1
1,1
Command
Pr ot e ction Program
Setup
Pr ot e ction Program
Comments
Da ta = C0H
Data = Data to Program
Addr = Location to Program
Ch eck SR .7
1 = WSM Ready
0 = WSM Busy
Command Comments
SR.1 SR.3 SR.4
0 1 1 V
PEN
Low
0 0 1 Prot. Reg.
Prog. Error
1 0 1 Registe r
Loc k e d:
Aborted
Read Status Register Data Toggle
CE# or OE# to Update Status
Re gister Data
Standby
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Appendix C Design Consider ations
C.1 Three-Line Output Control
The device will often be used in large memory arrays. Intel provides five control inputs (CE0, CE1,
CE2, OE#, and RP#) to accommodate multiple memory connections. This control provides for:
a. Lowest possible memory power dissipation.
b. Complete assurance that data bus contention will not occur.
To use these control inputs efficiently, an address decoder should enable the device (see Table 13)
while OE# should be connected to all memory devices and the systems READ# control line. This
assures that only selected memory devices have active outputs while de-selected memory devices
are in standby mode. RP# should be connected to the system POWERGOOD signal to prevent
unintended writes during system power transitions. POWERGOOD should also toggle during
system reset.
C.2 STS and Block Erase, Program, and Lock-Bit Configuration
Polling
STS is an open drain output that should be connected to VCCQ by a pull-up resistor to provide a
hardware method of detecting block erase, program, and lock-bit configuration completion. It is
recommended that a 2.5k resister be used between STS# and VCCQ. In default mode, it transitions
low after block erase, program, or lock-bit configuration commands and returns to High Z when
the WSM has finished executing the internal algorithm. For alternate configurations of the STS
signal, see the Configuration command.
STS can be connected to an interrupt input of the system CPU or controller. It is active at all times.
STS, in default mode, is also High Z when the device is in block erase suspend (with programming
inactive), program suspend, or in reset/power-down mode.
C.3 Input Signal Transitions—Reducing Overshoots and
Undershoots When Using Buffers or Transceivers
As faster, high-drive devices such as transceivers or buffers drive input signals to flash memory
devices, overshoots and undershoots can sometimes cause input signals to exceed flash memory
specifications. (See “DC Voltage Characteristics” on page 20.) Many buffer/transceiver vendors
now carry bus-interface devices with internal output-damping resistors or reduced-drive outputs.
Internal output-damping resistors diminish the nominal output drive currents, while still leaving
sufficient drive capability for most applications. These internal output-damping resistors help
reduce unnecessary overshoots and undershoots. Transceivers or buffers with balanced- or light-
drive outputs also reduce overshoots and undershoots by diminishing output-drive currents. When
considering a buffer/transceiver interface design to flash, devices with internal output-damping
resistors or reduced-drive outputs should be used to minimize overshoots and undershoots. For
additional information, please refer to AP-647, 5 Volt Intel StrataFlash® Memory Design Guide
(Order Number: 292205).
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C.4 VCC, VPEN, RP# Transitions
Block erase, program, and lock-bit configuration are not guaranteed if VPEN or VCC falls outside of
the specified operating ranges, or RP# VIH. If RP# transitions to VIL during block erase,
program, or lock-bit configuration, STS (in default mode) will remain low for a maximum time of
tPLPH + tPHRH until the reset operation is complete. Then, the operation will abort and the device
will enter reset/power-down mode. The aborted operation may leave data partially corrupted after
programming, or partially altered after an erase or lock-bit configuration. Therefore, block erase
and lock-bit configuration commands must be repeated after normal operation is restored. Device
power-off or RP# = VIL clears the Status Register.
The CUI latches commands issued by system software and is not altered by VPEN, CE0, CE1, or
CE2 transitions, or WSM actions. Its state is read array mode upon power-up, after exit from reset/
power-down mode, or after VCC transitions below VLKO. VCC must be kept at or above VPEN
during VCC transitions.
After block erase, program, or lock-bit configuration, even after VPEN transitions down to VPENLK,
the CUI must be placed in read array mode via the Read Array command if subsequent access to
the memory array is desired. VPEN must be kept at or below VCC during VPEN transitions.
C.5 Power Dissipation
When designing portable systems, designers must consider battery power consumption not only
during device operation, but also for data retention during system idle time. Flash memory’s
nonvolatility increases usable battery life because data is retained when system power is removed.
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Appendix D Additional Information
Order Number Document/Tool
298130 Intel® S trataFlash™ Memory (J3); 28F256J3, 28F128J3, 28F640J3, 28F320J3
Specification Upd a te
298136 Intel® Persistent Stor age Manager (IPSM) User’s Guide Software Manual
297833 Intel® Flas h Data Inte gra tor (FDI) User’s Gu ide Softwar e Manual
290737 Intel StrataFlash® Synchronous Me mory (K 3/K18); 28F640K3, 28F640K18,
28F128K3, 28F128K18, 28F256K3, 28F256K18
292280 AP-73 2 3 Volt Inte l StrataFlash ® Memory J3 to K3/K18 Migration Guide
292237 AP-68 9 Usin g Intel® Persistent Storage Manager
290606 5 Volt Intel® S trataFlash™ MemoryI28F320J5 and 28F640J5 datashee t
297859 AP-677 Intel® StrataFl ash Memory Technol ogy
292222 AP-664 D esigning Intel® StrataFlash™ Memory into Intel® Architecture
292221 AP-66 3 Usin g the Intel® StrataFlash™ Memory Write Buffer
292218 AP-660 Migration Gu ide to 3 Volt Intel® St rataFlash™ Memory
292204 AP-646 Common Flash Interface (CFI) and Command Sets
253418 Intel® Wireless Communications and Computing Pa ckage Users Guid e
1. Please c all the Inte l Literatur e Center at (800) 5 48-4725 to request Intel documentation. International
customers should contact their local Intel or distribution sales office.
2. Vis it Intel’s World Wide Web home page at http://www.intel.com for technical documentation and tools.
3. For the most current i nformation on Intel StrataFlash memory, visit our webs ite at http://
developer.intel.com/design/flash/isf.
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Appendix E Ordering Information
NOTE:
1. Speeds are for eithe r the standard asynchron ous read access times or fo r the first access of a page-mode read sequence.
VALID COMBINATIONS
P C 2 8 F 2 5 6 J 3 C - 1 2
Pr oduct li n e des i gn ator
for all Intel
®
Fla sh
products
Ac cess Speed (ns)
1
256 Mbit = 125
128 Mbit = 150, 120
64 Mbit = 120, 115
32 Mbit = 110
Product Family
J = In te l
®
StrataFlash memory,
2 bits-per-cell
D evice Densit y
256 = x8/x16 (256 Mbit)
128 = x8/x1 6 (128 Mbit)
640 = x8/x16 (64 Mbit)
320 = x8/x16 (32 Mbit)
Voltage (V
CC
/V
PEN
)
3 = 3 V/3 V
5
A = Intel
®
0.2 5
micron lithogr aphy
C = Intel® 0.18
micron lithogr aphy
Package
E = 56-Lead TSOP (J3A, 802)
TE= 56-Lead TSOP (J3C, 803)
JS = Pb-Fre e 56-TS OP
RC = 64-Ball Easy BGA
GE = 48-Ball VF BGA
PC = 64-Ball Pb-Free
Easy BGA
56-Lead TSOP 64-Ball Easy BGA 48- Ball V F BGA
E28F320J3A-110 RC28F320J3A-110 GE28F320J3A-110
E28F640J3A-120 RC28F640J3A-120 GE28F320J3C-110
E28F128J3A-150 RC28F128J3A-150 GE28F640J3C-115
TE28F320J3C-110 RC28F320J3C-110 GE28F640J3C-120
TE28F640J3C-115 RC28F640J3C-115
TE28F640J3C-120 RC28F640J3C-120
TE28F128J3C-120 RC28F128J3C-120
TE28F128J3C-150 RC28F128J3C-150
TE28F256J3C-125 RC28F256J3C-125
56-Lead Pb-Free TSOP 64-Ball Pb-Free Easy BGA
JS28F256J3C125 PC28F256J3C125
JS28F128J3C120 PC28F128J3C120
JS28F640J3C115 PC28F640J3C115
JS28F320J3C110 PC28F320J3C110
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