BPM Microsystems, NAND Flash, and Device Programmers blog

Q: How much faster is Flashstream than other dedicated flash programmers on the market?

A: We estimate that Flashstream will be a minimum of 5 times faster than our nearest competitors on a majority of flash memory devices.

Q: Will the Flashstream be 12 times faster than current programming technology on all flash memory devices?

A: No, the programming times will vary based on the characteristics of each device part number. Preliminary testing has seen times higher than 12 times and as low as 6 times.

Q: If I have support for a device on my current generation BPM programmer, is it supported on the Flashstream?

A: No, a new algorithm and new socket card will need to be constructed to support that same device on the Flashstream. Please submit your device requests at www.bpmmicro.com/devicerequest

Q: Can I use my existing socket modules on the Flashstream?

A:  No. The Flashstream uses the base daughter card design from our best selling FX4 socket module technology, but have different electrical characteristics to support this new programming technology. All Flashstream socket cards will start with the prefix FVE.

Q: How do I know you will support my device when I need to start my programming job?

A: BPM offers a guaranteed support program for an additional fee that guarantees a support date, once device samples and specifications are provided.

Q: How many devices does the Flashstream support?

A: Upon shipment on August 1, 2007, the Flashstream is estimated to support 200 of the most popular memory sizes and brands of flash memory. 

Q: Will you continue to support flash on your currently selling universal programmer products?

A: Yes, the new device support for flash based devices will be simultaneously supported on both our current universal programmers and Flashstream programming platform.

Q: What is the largest density of device you can support with Flashstream?

A: The Flashstream comes with 32.7Gb of memory and has the ability to support a 32Gb flash memory density.