Practice Connecting External Memory (8.4.3) - Modern Microcontrollers: RISC and ARM
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Connecting External Memory

Practice - Connecting External Memory

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Question 1 Easy

What is the primary use of external Flash memory?

💡 Hint: Think about what non-volatile means when power is off.

Question 2 Easy

Name one interface common for connecting external RAM.

💡 Hint: Consider the speed of the connection.

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Question 1

What interface is most commonly used to connect external Flash memory?

I2C
SPI
UART

💡 Hint: Consider which sequential interface is typically favored for fast data transfer.

Question 2

True or False: External RAM can only connect via parallel interfaces.

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about multiple ways to connect RAM.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Design a data-logging system using an ARM microcontroller. Specify the types of external memory needed and explain why.

💡 Hint: Think about both volume and speed in your design.

Challenge 2 Hard

Evaluate the choice between using external Flash memory versus internal Flash memory in an embedded application. Discuss their trade-offs.

💡 Hint: Focus on the specific needs of the application.

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