SK0-003 · Question #913
Which of the following are memory modules that contain self-checking parity?
The correct answer is B. ECC. ECC memory modules contain additional circuitry to detect and correct common data errors, ensuring data integrity.
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Which of the following are memory modules that contain self-checking parity?
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- ASoDIMM
- BECC
- CSDRAM
- DDDR
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Why each option
ECC memory modules contain additional circuitry to detect and correct common data errors, ensuring data integrity.
SoDIMM refers to a small form factor of RAM modules, commonly used in laptops, and does not inherently include error-correcting capabilities.
ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory incorporates extra bits and a controller to detect and correct single-bit memory errors automatically, a process that relies on a form of self-checking parity. This functionality is crucial for maintaining data reliability and system stability, particularly in server environments where data corruption can have significant consequences.
SDRAM is a type of RAM that synchronizes with the CPU's clock, but it does not intrinsically provide error correction.
DDR (Double Data Rate) describes a generation of SDRAM that processes data on both clock edges, and it is not a feature for error correction.
Concept tested: ECC memory functionality
Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-hardware/design/device-experiences/oem-design-guide/ecc-memory
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