Storage device determining transmission order of command and method for operating the same

Abstract

A storage device according to embodiments of the disclosure may comprise a memory including a first terminal for receiving a command, a second terminal for receiving or outputting data, and a plurality of memory units capable of storing data, the first terminal being distinct from the second terminal, and a controller configured to determine at least one of whether an interface with the memory is in a busy state or whether an unprocessed data output command is present, transmit a target command to the first terminal when the interface with the memory is in the busy state or when the unprocessed data output command is not present, and transmit the unprocessed data output command to the first terminal when the interface with the memory is not in the busy state and the unprocessed data output command is present.

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