摘要 |
<p>A system for adding redundancy to the data path of a content addressable memory array is disclosed herein. The disclosed system employs an array of memory elements, supplemented by an array of redundant memory elements, with a switching system and a redundancy control system to ensure that defective memory elements are not accessed. Additionally a pull down unit is employed on the search lines of non-operative memory elements to ensure that inaccurate search results are not reported.</p> |