Re: Compact Flash Question

From: Lennart Sorensen
Date: Thu May 08 2008 - 10:27:51 EST


On Wed, May 07, 2008 at 06:46:25PM +0200, Bart Van Assche wrote:
> Silicon Systems CompactFlashes are the among the most reliable
> CompactFlashes I have used in embedded devices. See also
> http://www.siliconsystems.com/silicondrive/whitepapers/SSWP03-Endurance-R.pdf
> for a whitepaper that explains their wear leveling and error
> correction algorithms. Furthermore, Silicon Systems has a technology
> called SiSMART that allows to monitor by how far the CompactFlash is
> worn out, such that it can be monitored whether or not it is time to
> replace the CompactFlash. (Note: I am not affiliated in any way to
> Silicon Systems.)

We too have switched to Silicon Systems and are very happy with them.
And even industrial temperature versions are hardly expensive. They may
cost more than you pay for a generic slow piece of junk at a retail
store, but you are getting a better card.

--
Len Sorensen
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