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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 | Dual Rank x8 |
| Quantity of Pins | 240-pin |
| RAM Genre | RDIMM |
This 8GB DDR3L-1600 RDIMM, with its registered ECC architecture and dual-rank x8 configuration, is ideally suited for virtualization platforms and in-memory databases where signal integrity and data reliability are critical. Operating at a low 1.35V, it reduces power consumption while the ECC and registered design ensure stable, error-corrected performance under sustained heavy loads in dense server deployments.
1. ECC protection silently corrects single-bit errors in real time, preventing undetected data corruption in mission-critical databases and file systems.
2. Registered signal buffering stabilizes high-density memory configurations, allowing multi-socket servers to support larger RAM footprints without compromising signal integrity.
3. 8 GB capacity per module delivers an optimal building block for virtualization hosts, raising VM density while keeping per-gigabyte hardware cost in check.
4. Dual Rank x8 organization interleaves memory accesses across two internal ranks, boosting sustained throughput for concurrent analytics and transactional workloads.
5. PC3-12800 throughput supplies sufficient memory bandwidth to keep older-generation server CPUs fed, avoiding I/O stalls during moderate-scale web serving or caching.
As a Registered DDR3 RDIMM built for server platforms, the Micron MT18KSF1G72PDZ-1G6 memory module translates its engineering hallmarks directly into infrastructure resilience. Its ECC circuitry continuously corrects single-bit memory errors, which in a virtualized cluster hosting dozens of VMs prevents silent data corruption from escalating into hypervisor crashes or transaction rollbacks in your database. The registered signal buffering decouples the memory bus from the CPU, enabling a server to scale to 192 GB or beyond across all 24 DIMM slots without the clock-skew instability that would otherwise plague an in-memory analytics engine during peak query loads. Simultaneously, the dual-rank x8 organization interleaves banks for higher sustained bandwidth, a decisive advantage when Redis or SAP HANA must serve millions of key-value lookups per second with minimal latency spikes. Operating at a low 1.35 V, this module reduces thermal strain in dense 1U nodes, lowering your power bill and extending component service life across always-on data-center deployments. With 1600 MHz throughput and CL11 latency, it delivers balanced, predictable performance where uptime, consistency, and energy efficiency are non-negotiable operational currencies.
General Virtualization
For a typical dual-socket virtualization host using these 8 GB DDR3-1600 registered ECC RDIMMs, install at least 6 identical modules per CPU (12 total) to populate one DIMM per channel, yielding 96 GB. This balanced configuration maximizes memory bandwidth for dozens of light to moderate VMs. For higher consolidation ratios, scale to 16 modules (128 GB) or replace with 16 GB RDIMMs, always keeping channel populations equal across sockets.
In-Memory Database
In-memory databases demand low latency and reliability, making these ECC RDIMMs a safe choice. Fully populate all memory channels on each processor with 8 modules per CPU (16 total) for 128 GB, ensuring dual-ranked x8 modules deliver good bandwidth. This setup keeps active datasets entirely in RAM and tolerates single-bit errors; for larger working sets, plan the server to accept higher-capacity RDIMMs while preserving one-DIMM-per-channel performance.
High-Performance Computing (HPC)
HPC nodes require peak memory throughput, so install exactly one 8 GB module per channel—8 DIMMs per CPU in a dual-socket server—to achieve 64 GB per node at 1600 MT/s without speed degradation. The dual-rank x8 organization balances rank interleaving and signal integrity. Capacity-sensitive codes should transition to 16 GB RDIMMs at the same 1 DPC configuration to maintain bandwidth while doubling capacity, avoiding performance penalties from multi-rank loading.
Rigorously tested RDIMM for Dell PowerEdge R720, HP DL380p Gen8, and compatible servers.
Q: Can I mix this MT18KSF1G72PDZ-1G6 with other memory modules of different brands or speeds?
A: Mixing is not recommended. For Registered ECC server memory, identical part numbers per channel preserve signal integrity and stability. Mixed specs often cause POST failures or memory errors.
Q: Is this memory compatible with my system?
A: This RDIMM is compatible with servers using Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2/v3 or AMD Opteron 6300 platforms that support DDR3L 1600MHz Registered ECC memory. Always check your board's qualified vendor list.
Q: What is the recommended DIMM population order for optimal performance?
A: Populate identical DIMMs per channel, starting with the slot farthest from the CPU. Follow your server manual's population sequence, typically balancing channels across memory banks for maximum throughput and minimal latency.
Q: Does this module support overclocking or XMP profiles?
A: No. This is a JEDEC-compliant registered server DIMM running at fixed DDR3L-1600 timings. It does not support overclocking or XMP profiles, ensuring deterministic, reliable operation in mission-critical environments.
Q: What warranty and typical failure rate can I expect?
A: This module includes a 1-year warranty. Enterprise DDR3 RDIMMs typically exhibit an annualized failure rate (AFR) well below 0.5% under specified operating conditions, delivering robust data integrity and long-term reliability.