SMART Modular Technologies Introduces Performance-Boosting 2GB PC3200 RDIMMs for High-Performance Computing Applications12 July 2006
SMART Modular Technologies (NASDAQ: SMOD), a leading independent manufacturer of memory modules, embedded computing subsystems and TFT-LCD display products, today announced the launch of its performance-boosting 2GB PC3200 registered DIMMs (RDIMM) specifically optimized for AMD Opteron CPU-based high-performance computing (HPC) applications. SMART's 512Mx72 DDR1-400 module brings new performance levels to existing servers by creating a scalable performance upgrade path and extending the lifespan of field-deployed Opteron CPU-based eight-socket servers.
SMART's RDIMMs are specifically calibrated to allow 16GB per CPU running at 400MHz, which allows systems to sustain maximum performance in eight-socket configurations and is a key metric for PC3200 HPC applications. SMART has improved signal integrity in the new RDIMMs by selecting, testing, and matching specific registers, PLLs, and DRAMs. In addition, by taking advantage of clock skewing, fine-tuning the serial presence detect values, and performing extensive system testing, SMART has enabled its RDIMM to achieve up to an 18% performance increase over other PC2700 2GB DIMMs used in Appro's XtremeServer™.
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"We saw a dramatic performance improvement in our two-way XtremeServer using SMART's RDIMMs," observed John Lee, Appro's Director of Engineering. "Our customers demand high performing and innovative server architecture. Using SMART's RDIMMs will help boost our customers' productivity and performance by providing them with a competitive edge in the high-performance computing market."
The double-sided 184-pin RDIMMs are equipped with error correction code and comply with the JEDEC and RoHS standards. Due to its high-speed and high-signal integrity, the new SMART RDIMMs allow 16GB per CPU running at 400MHz, which is a key metric for PC3200 HPC applications.
"SMART's optimized RDIMMs can considerably extend the utility of installed servers by providing a clear upgrade path for more memory and significantly increasing performance levels of HPC systems," stated Arthur Sainio, SMART's Senior Memory Product Marketing Manager. "These new modules go through rigorous system testing, are benchmarked in our HPC lab, and are deployed in state-of-the-art high-density, high-speed servers." SMART's PC3200 advancement is based on SMART-exclusive modifications that allow users to gain full processor speeds in eight-socket systems.
The new modules are available now with expedited delivery from SMART's strategically located manufacturing and distribution facilities around the globe (part number: SG25672RDTRIPLE8).
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 U.S., 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 http://www.smartm.com for more information.
AMD and AMD Opteron are trademarks of Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NYSE: AMD)
XtremeServer is a trademark of Appro International, Inc.
Contact: Arthur Sainio SMART Modular Technologies (510) 624-8126 Email Contact
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