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Introduction to I/O Communication
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Today we will discuss how computers communicate with input/output devices. Can anyone tell me why it's crucial to manage these communications efficiently?
Because we need the CPU to work effectively without unnecessary waits.
Exactly! That's where concepts like memory-mapped I/O and isolated I/O come in. They optimize how devices interact with the CPU. Let's break these down!
Memory-Mapped I/O
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In memory-mapped I/O, both memory and I/O devices share the same address space. Who can explain what that means?
It means that some addresses are designated for I/O devices within the total memory addresses available.
Correct! For example, suppose we have a 64-kilobyte address space; several addresses will be reserved for devices. What could go wrong if we run out of those reserved addresses?
We wouldn't be able to connect more devices!
Exactly! That's one limitation of memory-mapped I/O.
Isolated I/O
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Now, let's switch to isolated I/O. Can anyone highlight how it's different from memory-mapped I/O?
In isolated I/O, memory and I/O devices have separate address spaces.
Great! This allows for many more I/O devices to connect. How do we differentiate between memory and I/O requests?
We use control signals like IO/M!
Exactly! An IO/M signal that specifies whether the access is for memory or an I/O device.
I/O Commands
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Both methods—memory-mapped and isolated I/O—require different commands. What do you think examples of such commands might be?
Commands like IN and OUT for isolated I/O?
Correct! IN is for reading data from an I/O device, and OUT is for sending data. What about memory-mapped I/O?
The same read and write instructions used for memory!
Perfect! This overlap shows how both approaches can offer efficiencies in programming.
Consolidation and Review
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To recap, what is the key advantage of isolated I/O over memory-mapped I/O?
It allows for more devices to be connected since memory and I/O have separate spaces!
Absolutely! And what control signal do we use in isolated I/O?
The IO/M signal helps distinguish between memory and I/O operations!
Excellent! Make sure you understand these concepts, as they are foundational for input/output operations in computers.
Introduction & Overview
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The section highlights the two methods of I/O device communication: memory-mapped I/O, where I/O devices share an address space with memory, resulting in a limited number of devices, and isolated I/O, where separate address spaces allow for a greater number of devices and require additional control signals to differentiate between memory and I/O access.
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Memory-Mapped I/O vs Isolated I/O
This section tackles the key concepts behind memory-mapped I/O and isolated I/O, foundational methods for managing device communication within computer systems. Memory-mapped I/O uses the same address space for both memory and I/O devices. This means that certain addresses are reserved for I/O devices within the memory space, leading to a finite number of I/O devices that can be effectively used — typically limited to the free address range leftover after allocating memory addresses.
In contrast, isolated I/O employs separate address spaces for memory and computational operations for I/O devices. This method allows an extensive number of devices to be connected, as it creates dedicated address spaces for each type. To manage this distinction, control signals, particularly the IO/M signal, are employed to indicate whether the address being accessed relates to a memory location or an I/O device. If the control signal indicates a 0, it's a memory operation; if 1, the operation is for an I/O device.
Ultimately, the choice between memory-mapped I/O and isolated I/O impacts system architecture, design simplification, and the capacity for device management.
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Understanding Programmed I/O
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So, basically this is now programmed I/O details now you just see these are the simple steps ; first one CPU requests to I/O operation that in processor we have shown it, I/O module performs operation, then by looking into the state of the devices I/O module sets the status bit, CPU checks status bits periodically, I/O module does not inform CPU directly.
Detailed Explanation
To understand how programmed I/O works, we can break it down into simple steps: 1. The CPU initiates an I/O operation by sending a request to the I/O module. 2. The I/O module performs the requested operation based on the current state of the devices connected. 3. It then updates a status bit that indicates to the CPU whether the operation was successful or if the device is ready. 4. However, the I/O module does not send direct notifications to the CPU about this status; instead, the CPU must continuously check the status, also known as polling.
Examples & Analogies
Think of this like a teacher asking students if they are ready to present their projects. Instead of raising hands when they're ready (interrupts), students must continuously look up at the teacher to see if they can start presenting. This keeps the teacher busy, as they can't help others in the meantime, just like the CPU gets stuck waiting.
Addressing and Control Commands
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Already I have mentioned that we need some commands I/O commands. So, first the issues for that I/O command is like that how to identify the module. So that means, we have to have device address so this is the one point how we are going to give the addresses of the I/O devices.
Detailed Explanation
I/O commands are essential for performing operations with input/output devices. To use these commands, we first need to identify the I/O device through unique addresses. Each device connected to the system must have a specific address assigned to it, similar to how every house has a unique postal address. The CPU uses these addresses to interact with the correct devices during operations. Additional control commands may be issued to start or initialize processes on the I/O devices.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine ordering pizza online. You need to specify your home address to ensure the delivery driver finds the right house. In the same way, the CPU uses device addresses to ensure data is sent to the correct I/O device.
Memory-Mapped I/O Overview
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In memory mapped I/O it says that same address space is paired by a, shared by my memory and input output devices. Now you consider that size of my address bus is your 16, then what is the memory capacity with my size of address bus is 16, you should know it now.
Detailed Explanation
Memory-mapped I/O utilizes the same address space for both memory and I/O devices. This means that when the CPU sends an address, it can refer to a memory location or an I/O device. For instance, if the address bus is 16 bits wide, it allows addressing 2^16 (or 64K) memory locations. A portion of this memory capacity is reserved for addressing I/O devices, allowing for a straightforward mapping between memory and I/O device operations.
Examples & Analogies
Consider this system like a multi-purpose community center that serves as both a library (memory) and a recreation area (I/O devices). The same physical space is used, but certain areas are designated for specific activities. When individuals enter the center (the CPU initiating addresses), they could either check out books (read from memory) or play games (interact with I/O devices).
Isolated I/O Overview
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In case of isolated I/O the memory space and I/O space are different. So, now, if you consider the same example then what will happen? We are having 16 as size of address bus is 16.
Detailed Explanation
Isolated I/O distinguishes between memory and I/O device address spaces. With a 16-bit address bus, both the memory and the I/O devices can have their unique address spaces (e.g., 64K each). This means that the CPU can access up to 65,536 different devices via I/O addressing, providing a significant advantage when it comes to interfacing with many devices, as each type of space is independent of the other.
Examples & Analogies
Picture a function hall where different events can occur simultaneously: one side hosts a corporate meeting (memory access), while the other side accommodates a wedding (I/O operations). The distinct areas prevent confusion over which event is taking place, just like how isolated I/O keeps memory operations separate from I/O operations.
Control Signals in Isolated I/O
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To identify these things so, we are going to use one more control signal, there will several control signal will come through this particular control bus.
Detailed Explanation
In isolated I/O systems, control signals are essential in distinguishing whether the address placed on the address bus refers to a memory location or an I/O device. A common control signal referred to is the IO/M signal. If this signal is low (0), the address refers to memory; if high (1), it indicates an I/O device. Hence, this control signal allows the CPU to know where to direct its operations correctly and helps in maintaining the separation between memory and I/O addressing.
Examples & Analogies
Think of it like a smart phone that has different modes: one mode for calling (memory function) and another for taking photographs (I/O function). The mode switch signal ensures the phone knows which functionality to activate at any time, just as the control signal identifies the type of operation to perform.
Command Differences in Memory-Mapped vs Isolated I/O
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In most of the cases we are talking about your LDA load accumulator or say SPA store accumulator; one is your read command, another is write command.
Detailed Explanation
When using memory-mapped I/O, the same commands used for memory operations can apply to I/O devices. This means instructions to load (LDA) or store (SPA) data work for both memory locations and I/O devices if the address corresponds to an I/O device. In contrast, isolated I/O requires separate commands specifically designed for I/O operations, such as IN and OUT instructions, to handle data transfers.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine writing a note to your friend (memory operation) and sending a message via text (I/O operation). With memory-mapped I/O, you can write the same note regardless of whether it's for your friend or is just a draft. However, with isolated I/O, different methods (note writing vs. texting) apply for sending communication to ensure your message reaches its destination effectively.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Memory-Mapped I/O: Shares the same address space with memory.
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Isolated I/O: Uses separate address spaces for memory and I/O devices.
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Control Signals: Used to determine the type of operation being performed.
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IO/M Signal: A specific control signal indicating whether the operation is memory or I/O.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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In a system with memory-mapped I/O, a read command to address 0xFFF1 could read data from a hardware device like a printer.
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In isolated I/O, an IN command with a device address would fetch data from a specific I/O device such as a keyboard.
Memory Aids
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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Memory and I/O, in one address flow, limited devices to know, that's memory-mapped I/O's show!
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a library (memory) and a small bookshop (I/O) sharing the same aisle (address). They can meet, but only a few books.
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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MIO: Memory shares with I/O (Memory-Mapped), while I/O gets its own home (Isolated).
🎯 Super Acronyms
IO/M = Indicate Operation
- Memory or I/O?
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: MemoryMapped I/O
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A method of input/output where the same address space is shared between memory and I/O devices.
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Term: Isolated I/O
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A method of input/output where separate address spaces are used for memory and I/O devices.
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Term: Control Signal
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A signal used to manage operations and specify whether an address pertains to memory or I/O.
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Term: IO/M Signal
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A control signal indicating whether the operation is for an input/output module (1) or memory (0).