Description
Benefits of Registered RAM
Registered RAM, also known as buffered RAM, provides several benefits over non-registered or unbuffered RAM. These benefits include:
- Improved stability and reliability: Registered RAM contains an additional register between the memory controller and the RAM modules, which helps to regulate the signals and improve the stability and reliability of the system. This is particularly important in high-performance systems or servers that are subjected to heavy workloads.
- Increased capacity: Because the registers in registered RAM help to buffer the signals between the memory controller and the RAM modules, they allow for larger amounts of memory to be installed in a system. This is because the signal strength of each individual memory module is not as critical to system stability.
- Lower power consumption: Registered RAM uses less power than non-registered RAM because the registers in the RAM help to reduce signal noise, which in turn reduces the amount of power needed to transmit data.
- Improved signal integrity: The registers in registered RAM help to maintain signal integrity by minimizing the electrical load on the memory controller, which in turn reduces signal noise and improves overall system performance.
- Better performance in multi-channel configurations: Registered RAM is better suited for use in multi-channel memory configurations, where multiple memory modules are installed to improve system performance. This is because the registers in registered RAM help to balance the signal loads across all of the installed memory modules, resulting in better overall performance
The Role of ECC in RAM
ECC (Error-Correcting Code) is a technology that is commonly used in RAM (Random Access Memory) to detect and correct errors that occur during data transmission. The role of ECC in RAM is to ensure data integrity and prevent errors from occurring in the first place.
When data is stored in RAM, it is organized into rows and columns, and each cell in the matrix stores a bit of data. However, due to various factors such as electromagnetic interference, temperature fluctuations, or manufacturing defects, errors can occur during the data transmission process, resulting in the corruption of the data.
ECC technology works by adding an extra bit of data to each memory cell, which is used to detect and correct errors that occur during transmission. When a read or write operation is performed on the memory, the ECC algorithm compares the data stored in the memory with the extra bit of data, called the parity bit, to check if any errors have occurred. If an error is detected, the ECC algorithm uses a complex algorithm to correct the error and ensure that the data is stored correctly.
The role of ECC in RAM is particularly important in applications where data integrity is critical, such as in scientific computing, financial analysis, or medical data processing. ECC RAM can detect and correct single-bit errors, which are the most common type of error, and it can also detect multi-bit errors, which occur less frequently but can be more catastrophic. By using ECC RAM, users can ensure that their data is always accurate and reliable, even in the face of hardware failures or environmental factors that can cause errors in the data transmission process.
Memory Speeds and Latency Explained
Memory speeds and latency are two key performance metrics that determine how fast and efficient a computer’s memory subsystem operates. Here is a brief explanation of each:
Memory Speed: The memory speed refers to the rate at which data can be read from or written to the memory modules. It is typically measured in MHz or GHz and determines how quickly data can be transferred to or from the CPU. The higher the memory speed, the faster the memory subsystem can operate, which can improve overall system performance.
Latency: Memory latency is the time it takes for the memory to respond to a request from the CPU. It is measured in clock cycles and reflects the amount of time it takes for the memory controller to retrieve data from the memory modules. A lower latency value means that data can be retrieved more quickly, which can improve the performance of memory-intensive applications.
In general, memory speed and latency are inversely related, meaning that increasing one will often result in a decrease in the other. For example, increasing the memory speed may require an increase in the memory latency in order to maintain system stability.
When choosing memory for a computer, it is important to consider both the memory speed and latency in order to optimize performance. For example, if a system requires high memory bandwidth, a memory module with a high speed rating may be appropriate. Conversely, if the system is latency-sensitive, a memory module with a low latency rating may be more appropriate.
General information
- Manufacturer: Dell
- Manufacturer part number: 370-ACDU
- Type: Memory (RAM)
- Sub-Type: PC4-17000
- Product name: 16gb ddr4 sdram memory module
Technical information
- Storage capacity: 16gb
- Memory technology: ddr4 sdram
- Number of modules: 1 x 16gb
- Chips organization: x4
- Bus speed: 2133mhz ddr4-2133/pc4-17000
- Data integrity check: ecc
- Signal processing: registered
- Cas latency timings: cl15
- Rank features: 2rx4
- Voltage: 1.2v
- Upgrade type: system specific
