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SMART Modular Technologies Introduces Low-Power 4GB DDR3 Registered DIMM Tailored for Server Applications
Designed Using 8-Bit DRAMs for Low-Power, This Memory Module Features a Quad-Rank Architecture to Cost-Effectively Enable High Densities and a Single Register for Reduced Memory Bus Loading
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FREMONT, CA--(Marketwire - January 7, 2008) - SMART Modular Technologies (WWH), Inc. (SMART)
(NASDAQ : SMOD ), a leading independent manufacturer of memory modules,
embedded computing subsystems, and TFT-LCD display products, has introduced
a low-power 4GB DDR3 registered DIMM (RDIMM) tailored for server
applications. SMART's DDR3 memory module offers OEMs multiple benefits,
including 8-bit DRAMs for low-power, quad-rank architecture to
cost-effectively enable high densities, and a single register design for
reduced memory bus loading.
Lowering power consumption in servers is an industry-wide challenge. DDR3
technology, compared to DDR2, overcomes this challenge by reducing power
consumption, while offering the additional benefits of higher overall
memory capacities and improved system speeds (up to 667Mhz/1333MHz data
rate). In addition to the inherent benefits of DDR3 technology, SMART uses
8-bit (instead of 4-bit) DRAMs to reduce the number of active DRAMs per
rank from 18 to 9 and emerging mainstream DDR3 1Gb (128Mx8) components to
achieve cost-effective high memory density.
SMART's design employs a single register, which allows OEMs to implement
more high-density DIMMs per processor without overloading their system. The
speed grades supported by the new DDR3 registered quad-rank 8-bit DIMM
include DDR3-1066 (PC3-8500) and DDR3-133 (PC3-10600). "SMART is working
with its industry partners to help enable a smooth transition to DDR3
technology," explained Arthur Sainio, SMART's Senior Product Marketing
Manager. "DDR3 memory modules designed for lower power, reduced memory bus
loading and higher densities will help drive the launch of leading-edge
system hardware."
This new RoHS-compliant design features a quad-rank architecture that is
supported by industry-leading processor companies such as Intel® (NASDAQ : INTC ) and AMD (NYSE : AMD ). Many OEM server platforms using DDR3 memory
technology are already in development, which should result in DDR3 RDIMM
shipments gaining momentum in the second half of 2008. According to Nam
Hyung Kim, a DRAM analyst at iSuppli, DDR3 registered DIMM for servers will
grow from 0.8 million units in 2008 to 5.5 million units in 2009, and climb
to 22.7 million units in 2011.
About SMART
SMART is a leading independent designer, manufacturer and supplier of
electronic subsystems to original equipment manufacturers, or OEMs. SMART
offers more than 500 standard and custom products to OEMs engaged in the
computer, industrial, networking, gaming, telecommunications, and embedded
application markets. Taking innovations from the design stage through
manufacturing and delivery, SMART has developed a comprehensive memory
product line that includes DRAM, SRAM, and Flash memory in various form
factors. Its Embedded Products Division develops embedded computing
subsystems, backed by design and manufacturing, for markets supporting test
equipment, 3G infrastructure and network processing applications. SMART's
Display Products Group designs, manufactures and sells thin film
transistors (TFT) liquid crystal display (LCD) solutions to customers
developing casino gaming systems as well as embedded applications such as
kiosk, ATM, point-of-service, and industrial control systems. SMART's
presence in the US, Europe, Asia, and Latin America enables it to provide
its customers with proven expertise in international logistics, asset
management, and supply-chain management worldwide. See www.smartm.com for
more information.
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