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| Product Type | Memory Module |
|---|---|
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR4 |
| Product Voltage | 1.2V |
| RAM Speed | 2933MHz |
| RAM Standard | DDR4-2933/PC4-23400 |
| Error Identifying | ECC |
| Signal Type | Registered |
| Column Access Strobe (CAS) | CL21 |
| Rank | Single Rank x8 |
| Quantity of Pins | 288-pin |
| RAM Genre | RDIMM |
This Micron 8GB DDR4-2933 RDIMM (PC4-23400) with ECC and registered signaling is purpose-built for server platforms, delivering strong data integrity for virtualization, in-memory databases, and mission-critical enterprise workloads. Its single-rank x8 organization and CL21 latency optimize memory bus efficiency and thermal performance in dense multi-DIMM configurations, while the 1.2V operating voltage ensures energy-efficient reliability at scale.
1. ECC protection corrects single-bit errors and detects multi-bit faults, safeguarding financial and scientific computations from silent data corruption at scale.
2. Registered signal buffering stabilizes command and address lines across densely populated servers, enabling reliable operation with large memory footprints under heavy virtualization loads.
3. DDR4-2933 speed boosts available memory bandwidth, accelerating in-memory database queries and reducing latency for concurrent virtual machine instances.
4. 1.2V operating voltage drives energy efficiency across rack-scale deployments, cutting power and cooling overhead while sustaining round-the-clock reliability.
5. Single Rank x8 organization streamlines electrical loading on the memory channel, improving signal integrity and allowing consistent throughput in high-capacity RDIMM configurations.
Judging by its RDIMM form factor, ECC, and registered signal type, the Micron MTA9ASF1G72PZ-2G9E1R is unequivocally a server-class memory module, engineered for demanding data center workloads where unscheduled downtime is not an option. In a virtualized cluster running dozens of critical VMs, ECC correction directly prevents silent data corruption caused by cosmic-ray-induced bit flips. Without it, a single uncorrected error could crash a hypervisor and take an entire revenue-generating service offline; here, every transaction is verified and safeguarded. The registered buffer rewrites the command and address signals, dramatically reducing electrical loading when populating all channels — this means you can deploy dense memory configurations for large in-memory databases like SAP HANA without signal degradation or boot failures. The 2933MHz speed paired with a single-rank x8 organization delivers low-latency, high-bandwidth data access, eliminating bottlenecks when a Redis cluster handles millions of concurrent queries. Combined with 1.2V operation, it curbs power draw across a fleet of nodes, lowering thermal stress and ongoing energy costs while sustaining peak performance under persistent, heavy loads.
General Virtualization
For general virtualization, deploy multiples of this 8 GB RDIMM to achieve the recommended 64 GB or 128 GB total capacity – typically eight or sixteen identical modules across all memory channels. A balanced, fully populated channel configuration maximizes VM density and ensures consistent memory latency under mixed workloads. Always use registered ECC memory to maintain data integrity in multi-tenant environments.
In-Memory Database
In-memory database platforms require both high capacity and low access latency. Populate every memory channel with these 8 GB RDIMMs, installing equal modules per channel to enable interleaving and boost throughput. For a typical dual-socket server with twelve slots, twelve modules provide 96 GB, which suits moderate dataset caching, while larger datasets demand additional identical kits to scale capacity linearly.
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
HPC applications are extremely sensitive to memory bandwidth. Install one single-rank 8 GB RDIMM per channel (e.g., eight modules in an eight-channel system) to create a symmetrical configuration that fully utilizes the available memory bandwidth. Avoid mixing DIMM types or leaving channels empty, as unbalanced setups can reduce sustained throughput and hinder performance in memory-bound parallel simulations.
Rigorously tested, this server memory is compatible with Dell PowerEdge R740, HPE ProLiant DL380 Gen10, and Lenovo ThinkSystem SR650.
Q: Can I mix this MTA9ASF1G72PZ-2G9E1R with other memory modules of different brands or speeds?
A: Mixing RDIMMs of different brands, speeds, or ranks is not recommended. Mixed configurations often cause signal integrity issues, forcing the system to downgrade speed or fail POST. Always install identical modules for validated performance.
Q: Is this memory compatible with my Intel or AMD server platform?
A: It is compatible with Intel Xeon Scalable and AMD EPYC platforms that support DDR4-2933 Registered ECC memory. Verify the memory is listed on your server motherboard's Qualified Vendor List (QVL) for ensured compatibility.
Q: What is the recommended DIMM population order for optimal performance?
A: Adhere to your server board’s manual. Typically, populate one DIMM per channel starting with the farthest slot from the CPU. Symmetrical loading across all memory channels ensures balanced interleaving and peak throughput.
Q: Does this module support overclocking or XMP profiles?
A: No, this registered ECC DIMM operates at JEDEC standard DDR4-2933 and does not support overclocking or XMP. It is engineered for stability and data integrity, not performance tuning, in mission-critical server environments.
Q: What warranty and typical failure rate can I expect?
A: This module carries a one-year warranty. Enterprise-class RDIMMs like this Micron module are designed for 24/7 operation and typically exhibit an Annualized Failure Rate (AFR) well below 0.5%, backed by ECC protection.