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| Product Type | Memory Module |
|---|---|
| Compliance Standards | RoHS |
| Memory Capacity | 8 GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR3 |
| Product Voltage | 1.35V |
| RAM Speed | 1600MHz |
| RAM Standard | DDR3-1600/PC3-12800 |
| Error Identifying | ECC |
| Signal Type | Registered |
| Column Access Strobe (CAS) | CL11 |
| Rank | Single Rank x4 |
| Quantity of Pins | 240-pin |
| RAM Genre | RDIMM |
This DDR3-1600 registered ECC RDIMM is purpose-built for server platforms, delivering critical data integrity for virtualization, in-memory databases, and always-on enterprise workloads. Its 1.35V low-power operation combined with single-rank x4 organization and registered signaling enhances signal stability and memory channel density, enabling reliable high-capacity configurations in multi-DIMM server deployments.
1. Registered signal buffering decouples the electrical load from the memory controller, enabling stable operation across fully populated server DIMM slots in large-scale virtualization clusters.
2. ECC real-time error correction silently prevents single-bit memory faults from cascading into application crashes or corrupted databases, safeguarding financial and transactional workloads.
3. The 8 GB capacity per module delivers sufficient headroom for mid-density virtual machine farms, balancing cost and density for private cloud deployments.
4. A 1600 MHz data rate sustains 12.8 GB/s of peak bandwidth per channel, accelerating in-memory analytics and reducing latency in caching tiers.
5. Low 1.35V supply voltage lowers thermal dissipation per DIMM, contributing to reduced cooling overhead and higher energy efficiency across always-on rack environments.
For server infrastructure, the Micron MT18KSF1G72PZ-1G6E is engineered to eliminate the risks that keep IT managers awake at night. This 8GB DDR3-1600 registered DIMM integrates four capabilities that translate directly to uptime and performance where they matter most. The ECC error correction continuously scans for and fixes single-bit memory faults. In a dense virtualization cluster running dozens of VMs per host, a random bit flip in a memory page can silently corrupt a database record or trigger an entire workload restart. ECC catches these events in real time, turning a potential data integrity nightmare into a non-event. The registered signal buffer then ensures that when you fully populate a server with multiple DIMMs to maximize capacity, the electrical load stays clean and stable, preventing address errors that cripple in-memory databases like Redis or SAP HANA under heavy read-modify-write traffic. Meanwhile, the 1.35V low-voltage operation cuts power draw by up to 20% compared to legacy 1.5V modules. Across an entire rack of database servers, that reduction compounds into lower cooling costs and less thermal stress, extending the life of every component. Finally, the single-rank x4 organization and CL11 latency at 1600MHz deliver a balanced blend of bandwidth and fast column access. This keeps query response times tight in memory-analytics engines where every nanosecond of latency directly impacts real-time decision-making. For the data center, this module means one thing: consistency you can bank on.
General Virtualization
This 8GB DDR3-1600 RDIMM suits moderate-density hypervisor hosts. For VMware or Hyper-V with light workloads, deploy six to twelve modules per dual-socket server to reach 48–96 GB, enabling 15–20 small VMs. Stick to homogeneous DIMM population across memory channels to maintain balanced interleaving and consistent low-voltage 1.35V efficiency.
In-Memory Database
Registered ECC memory is critical for data integrity in Redis or Memcached nodes, but 8GB modules are capacity-limited by modern standards. Maximize slot utilization with sixteen DIMMs per host to provide 128 GB, suitable for caching layers or small dataset in-memory engines. For larger analytical datasets, consider migrating to 16GB or 32GB RDIMMs to avoid frequent evictions while retaining the single-rank x4 CL11 latency profile.
High Performance Computing
Single-rank x4 organization and 1600MHz speed deliver predictable memory bandwidth in dense HPC clusters. Populate every channel with identical 8GB DIMMs—typically twelve or sixteen per node—to achieve 96–128 GB and full channel symmetry. Paired with low-voltage 1.35V operation, this configuration reduces power draw across hundreds of nodes while ECC guards against silent data corruption in long-running simulations.
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Q: Can I mix this MT18KSF1G72PZ-1G6E with other memory modules of different brands or speeds?
A: Mixing Registered DIMMs in servers is not recommended. Mismatched brands or speeds can cause instability, POST failures, or forced down-clocking. Always use identical, validated modules for mission-critical environments.
Q: Is this memory compatible with my Intel or AMD server platform?
A: This DDR3-1600 RDIMM requires an ECC-capable CPU and a server chipset (e.g., Intel C602/C604, AMD SR56x0). Verify your motherboard supports 1.35V registered memory and has available 240-pin DDR3 slots.
Q: What is the recommended DIMM population order for optimal performance?
A: Follow your server board’s manual; typically, populate identical DIMMs per channel, starting with the farthest slot from the CPU. For single rank modules, populate all channels symmetrically to balance memory interleaving.
Q: Does this module support overclocking or XMP profiles?
A: No. As a JEDEC-compliant server RDIMM, it does not support XMP or overclocking. It is designed for reliability at rated 1600MHz with CL11 timing under 1.35V low voltage only.
Q: What warranty and typical failure rate can I expect?
A: This module carries a 1-year warranty. Enterprise-grade RDIMMs have very low annualized failure rates (typically <0.2%) when operated within specified temperature and voltage ranges.