[LinuxBIOS] Very confused about ram initialization

Segher Boessenkool segher at kernel.crashing.org
Thu Nov 30 06:54:16 CET 2006


> Free but you have to register with the jedec site to get to the  
> downloads.

Actually, direct links to the pdfs work just fine.
Just use Google ;-)

> The mfg datasheets and app notes for the ram chips on your DIMM may  
> also
> help you understand what you need to do to make the ram talk.

You can use any other manufacturer's datasheets too,
all DDR chips are (supposedly) compatible (within the
bounds of the JEDEC spec -- there can be different
timings, etc.)

> Good luck.

Well at least for DDR-I only luck is needed, no
divine intervention required like with DDR-II :-)


Segher





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