In Tech forums and journals related to microchips, you can often read about the term EEPROM reader.
What is the full form of EEPROM?
The full form acronym stands for Electronically erasable programmable read-only memory.
What is an EEPROM reader?
Electronically erasable programmable read-only memory EEPROM reader represents a device used for reading the codes on a chip. These chips are designed to store data even after the power shuts down. The property makes it the most dependable configuration storage device for computers, hand-held gadgets, and even bigger machines. The automotive computer systems, gaming systems, and desktop computers require this for data storage and configuration. There are different types of EEPROM for additional chip designs—their functionality changes with the area of application and use.
An earlier version of this tool, EEPROM, is EPROM. So you don’t have to remove anything from the previous version to enable reading from this tool. There are many EEPROM designs available in online and offline mode in different price ranges. You have to choose the one based on the chip you want to program or read.
How does the EEPROM reader work?
It utilizes the universal serial bus to read the chips. The self-constructed, homemade readers have eight pins to 48 pins, and they must be plugged into the circuit. The high price of the reader is also justified considering the self-modification feature. You can modify the reader according to your need and tinker with it. Someone working continuously in circuit design can make wonders happen with this tool in hand.
Initially, the memory of EEPROM was minimal, but then developers modified the memory. Since then, it’s the most preferred option in automated processes. The memory of this version is comparable to flash memory or static read-only memory.
The software and electrical professionals use this reader to program and read chips millions of times. These are hardware for efficient code analysis and programming in the first place.
Using this reader has significantly improved the error determination processes. When we know the error, the chances of improvement and better results are increased several times.
How to use MiniPRO TL866CS USB Universal Flash EEPROM Programmer you can see in the video below:
Is EEPROM volatile or nonvolatile?
EEPROM is a type of non-volatile memory used in computers, integrated into microcontrollers for smart cards and remote keyless systems, and other electronic devices to store relatively small amounts of data. EEPROM Non-volatile memory retains stored information even after power is removed.