A computer includes a processor for processing data, and memory modules for storing the data. Each memory module includes a read-write memory and a configuration memory. The configuration memory (i) contains memory module characteristic information, (ii) is adapted for storing a sequence of binary data...http://www.google.com/patents/US5598540?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US5598540 - Memory module including read-write memory and read-only configuration memory accessed only sequentially and computer system using at least one such module
