ATP AL56M72L8BJF8S 2GB DDR3-1066MHz RDIMM 2Rx8 CL7 Memory

Product Description

The ATP AL56M72L8BJF8S is a 2GB DDR3 Registered DIMM (RDIMM) memory module, specifically designed to enhance the performance and stability of server and workstation systems. Operating at a clock speed of 1066MHz, which corresponds to a PC3-8500 designation, this module provides a significant boost in data processing capabilities compared to standard unbuffered memory. The 'R' in RDIMM signifies that it incorporates a register chip, which buffers command and address signals between the memory controller and the DRAM chips. This buffering reduces electrical load on the memory controller, allowing for more memory modules to be installed in a system and improving overall system stability, especially under heavy loads. This module features a CAS Latency (CL) of 7, indicating the number of clock cycles it takes for the memory to respond to a column address command. Combined with its 1066MHz speed, it offers a respectable balance between latency and throughput for its generation. The 2Rx8 configuration denotes that it is a dual-rank module with eight memory chips per rank, which can sometimes offer performance advantages by allowing the memory controller to access different ranks concurrently. Furthermore, the inclusion of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) functionality is critical for server environments, as it detects and corrects single-bit memory errors, preventing data corruption and system crashes. As a Registered DIMM, the ATP AL56M72L8BJF8S is intended for use in server-grade motherboards and systems that explicitly support RDIMMs. It is not compatible with standard desktop motherboards that typically only support Unbuffered DIMMs (UDIMMs). This memory module is an essential component for maintaining the reliability and performance required for mission-critical applications, virtualization, and large-scale data processing in enterprise computing environments.