US 11907553

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Based on the provided information for U.S. Patent No. 11,907,553, here is a summary as of April 26, 2026:

Title: Data storage device with configurable policy-based storage device behavior

Assignee: Gaea LLC

Inventors: Joshua Johnson, Curt Bruner, Jeffrey Reh, Christopher Squires, Brian Wilson

Filing Date: April 8, 2022

Issue Date: February 20, 2024

Abstract:
The patent describes data storage devices that allow for the customization of a storage device policy, which dictates how the device operates. This policy can manage various aspects, including setting the margin of error to balance storage reliability and capacity. It can also control the specifics of read and write processes and determine the physical placement of data on the storage medium, providing users with a high degree of control over the storage device's behavior.

Plain-Language Summary of Independent Claims:

This patent has one independent claim.

Claim 1: This claim describes a data storage device with a device controller and memory. The core idea is a system where the device's behavior is governed by a "storage device policy." This policy can be updated and dictates how data is stored. Here's a breakdown of the key features:

• Receiving a Policy: The device controller can receive and be configured by a storage device policy.
• Policy-Based Storage: When a request to store content comes in, the controller uses this policy to decide how and where to store the data on the physical storage media (like a hard disk or solid-state drive).
• Recording Storage Information: The controller then records details about this storage operation, including a unique identifier for the content, into its memory.
• Policy-Based Retrieval: When a request to read content is received, the controller uses the stored information to retrieve the correct data.
• Conditional Deletion: The policy can include rules that prevent the deletion of certain content, essentially making it write-protected.
• Remote Information Storage: The policy can also direct the device to store the "storage information" (metadata about the stored content) at a remote location, separate from the storage device itself.

In essence, this patent covers a "smart" storage drive that is highly configurable. Instead of having a fixed, unchangeable way of operating, its behavior can be tailored by a user or a system through a set of rules or policies. This allows for optimization based on different needs, such as maximizing storage space, ensuring data integrity, or enhancing security by storing metadata separately.

Litigation in CAFC:

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Disclaimer: This summary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For a complete understanding of the patent, please refer to the full text of US Patent 11,907,553.