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Dell - 01561P 256MB RIMM Memory Module
- Capacity: 256MB
- Type: RDRAM (Rambus DRAM)
- Form Factor: RIMM (RDRAM Inline Memory Module)
- Proprietary Technology: Rambus
- Designed for specific Dell systems
- Higher bandwidth potential than SDRAM
- Requires CRIMM modules in empty slots
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Product Overview
The Dell 01561P is a 256MB RIMM memory module. RIMM (RDRAM Inline Memory Module) is a proprietary memory technology developed by Rambus, known for its high bandwidth but also higher latency and power consumption compared to SDRAM.
Technical Information
| Memory Capacity | 256MB |
| Memory Type | RDRAM |
| Form Factor | RIMM |
Additional Specifications
| Manufacturer | Dell |
| Technology | Rambus |
Product Description
The Dell 01561P is a 256MB RIMM memory module, utilizing Rambus DRAM (RDRAM) technology. This memory type was notable for its high bandwidth capabilities, achieved through a serial interface and a high clock frequency, which offered a significant performance advantage over contemporary SDRAM in certain applications. However, RDRAM was also characterized by its proprietary nature, higher cost, increased power consumption, and specific system requirements. As a RIMM module, it was designed to be used in systems that specifically supported Rambus memory architecture, often found in Dell workstations and servers of a particular era. A key characteristic of Rambus memory configurations is the requirement for Continuity RIMM (CRIMM) modules to be installed in any unused memory slots. These CRIMM modules act as terminators, ensuring signal integrity and proper operation of the memory bus, even if they do not contain any actual memory chips. With a capacity of 256MB, this module represents a relatively small amount of memory by modern standards but was substantial for the systems it was designed for. The 01561P is a legacy component, and its use is limited to specific older Dell systems that were equipped with Rambus memory controllers. Compatibility is paramount, and users must ensure their motherboard explicitly supports RDRAM and RIMM modules of this specification.
