FREMONT, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- December 20, 2006 -- SMART Modular Technologies (
NASDAQ:
SMOD), a
leading independent manufacturer of memory modules, embedded computing
subsystems, and TFT-LCD display products, has launched two new 4GB
four-rank DDR2-667 registered DIMMs. Designed for use in blade servers and
high-performance computing (HPC) applications, the new cost-effective
modules are built using mainstream 512Mb DDR2-667/533 devices. These 512Mb
devices are expected to remain in the sweet spot through 2009 according to
iSuppli Corp.
Optimized for HPC applications, one of the two 4GB CoolFlex registered
DIMMs features an industry-standard 1.18" height. Manufactured using
standard, off-the-shelf 512Mb DDR2-667 BGAs, this 4GB module is configured
as 512Mx72 with 72 placements of 128Mx4 BGAs.
The other 4GB four-rank CoolFlex registered DIMM leverages a very low
profile or VLP (0.72") package. Configured as 512Mx72 using 1Gb
dual-die-package DDPs that are based on 128x4 die, these DIMMs are well
suited for use in mainstream blade server applications with up to eight
vertical sockets. For example, by using these 4GB VLP DDR2-533 registered
DIMMs, OEMs can populate blade servers with up to 32GB of high-speed
memory.
SMART utilizes RoHs compliant CoolFlex foldable PCB architecture,
dual-die-package DDP technologies and mainstream 512Mb DDR2-667 devices to
offer these industry-leading, cost-effective 4GB four-rank DDR2-667/533
registered DIMMs.
Nam Hyung Kim, an analyst with iSuppli Corp., projects that the 4GB DIMM
market will grow fivefold in 2007. In addition, Semico Research Corporation
sees blade servers as one of the fastest growing computing segments. It
anticipates that blade servers will be responsible for 20% to 30% of the
overall server market revenue by 2010. "But even more significant [than the
market share increase of blade servers] is the related growth in memory
demand," said Bob Merritt, Vice President of Semico Research Corporation.
"We expect that the average amount of blade server memory will double every
two years."
Manufacturers of HPC servers are looking to provide maximum system memory
density at competitive price points, while maintaining the highest levels
of quality and reliability. "SMART is addressing this need by offering
proven 4GB module solutions that employ the most cost-effective DRAMs and
packaging options available on the market today," stated Mike Rubino,
SMART's Vice President of Engineering. "Our early investments in technology
are transforming SMART's ability to offer leading-edge, high-density
modules in a variety of form factors at competitive prices."
The ordering part numbers for the new 4GB DDR2 SDRAM Registered DIMMs are
listed in the table below.
240 PIN - DDR2 SDRAM Registered DIMMs
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SMART Module Module Module Module Device
Part Number Density Height Config. Ranks Config.
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SG572124EG8P0IL1 4GB 0.72" 512Mx72 4 128Mx4
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SG572124AG8P0IL 4GB 1.18" 512Mx72 4 128Mx4
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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
http://www.smartm.com for more information.
Contact Information: Contact:
Arthur Sainio
SMART Modular Technologies
(510) 624-8126
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