FREMONT, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- February 28, 2007 -- SMART Modular Technologies (WWH), Inc. (SMART)
(
NASDAQ:
SMOD), a leading independent manufacturer of memory modules,
embedded computing subsystems, and TFT-LCD display products, introduces the
industry's first 4GB PC2-4200 244-pin DDR2 Mini-Registered DIMM (RDIMM)
designed using CoolFlex and Dual Die Package (DDP) technology. SMART is
expanding its already wide lineup of DDR2 modules with its 4GB Mini-RDIMM
to accommodate the need for higher memory capacity in space-constrained
applications.
According to market research firm iSuppli's H2 2006 DRAM module report,
worldwide 4GB DIMM shipments in 2007 should reach 10.58 million units,
which is an increase of 753% over 2006. SMART's 4GB DDR2 Mini-DIMMs are
well-suited for a wide variety of storage, networking, telecom, and server
applications.
SMART's 4GB DDR2 Mini-RDIMM is configured as 512Mx72 with the option of
utilizing either a 4-rank module using SMART-built 1Gb (256Mx4) DDPs, or a
2-rank module using 256Mx4 BGA DDR2 SDRAMs. This option provides OEMs the
flexibility to transition from the 4-rank 512Mb-based option to the 2-rank
1Gb-based option as market demand drives the price crossover point between
512Mb and 1Gb devices.
This new RoHS-compliant memory module is the industry's first 4GB DDR2
Mini-RDIMM designed with CoolFlex foldable PCB technology. CoolFlex allows
for doubling the memory capacity with 36 DRAM placements on four sides. The
new 4GB DDR2 Mini-RDIMM is also designed with two registers and two Phase
Locked Loops for reduced loading and improved signal integrity. SMART's 4GB
DDR2 Mini-RDIMM follows the JEDEC standard pin-out and has the additional
Error Correction Code functionality required by many types of
data-sensitive applications. Mini-DIMMs can be mounted with vertical,
right-angled, or angled sockets to support design versatility.
"SMART is focused on satisfying OEMs ever-increasing demand for more memory
capacity in small form factors," stated Alan Gulachenski, SMART's Senior
Director of Advanced Memory Solutions. "Their small size and socketing
options make SMART Mini-DIMMs a practical and versatile memory solution in
many storage, networking, telecom, and server applications."
The ordering part numbers for SMART's newest 4GB DDR2 Mini-RDIMMs are
listed in the table below.
4GB PC2-4200 244-PIN Mini-RDIMM
SMART Module Module Module Module Device
Part Number Density Height Config. Ranks Config.
SG572124AG8RDDG 4GB 1.18" 512MMx72 4 128Mx4
SG572124AG8R6DG 4GB 1.18" 512MMx72 2 256Mx4
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
www.smartm.com for
more information.
Contact Information: Contact:
Arthur Sainio
SMART Modular Technologies
(510) 624-8126
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