SMART Modular Technologies Launches Industry's First Liquid-Cooled VLP DDR2 Registered
DIMMs
* Unique, RDIMMS solve an industry challenge -- controlling heat
* Heat reduction cuts single bit error rates and improves reliability
* Leverages liquid cooling technology from SprayCoolTM
FREMONT, Calif., February 20, 2007 - SMART Modular Technologies
(WWH), Inc. (SMART) (Nasdaq: SMOD), an independent manufacturer of memory modules,
embedded computing subsystems, and TFT-LCD display products, has launched a new
family of liquid-cooled DDR2 registered DIMMs (RDIMMs) that are designed to remove
heat more effectively than conventional RDIMMs air-cooled using fans or heat sinks.
The RoHs-compliant modules are designed to work in standard blade server and high
performance computing (HPC) applications with chassis fitted for closed-looped liquid
cooling.
"With these new RDIMMs, SMART directly addresses an industry-wide problem of controlling
excessive, or less than optimal, operating temperatures," explained Mike Rubino,
SMART's Vice President of Engineering. "By taking an innovative approach to heat
removal, our new product offers multiple benefits, including better performance
and improved reliability; lower operating temperature and lower power consumption;
reduced footprint and reduced noise emissions; and fewer single bit errors."
Engineered using dual-die-package (DDP) technology incorporating a very low profile
(VLP), SMART's liquid-cooled CoolFlex DDR2 VLP RDIMMs use a four-sided flexible
printed circuit board folded over an aluminum core. SMART has integrated technology
from SprayCool that continuously pumps an inert liquid (FluorinertTM) within a closed-loop architecture. The system
consists of flexible plastic tubes that run from the manifold to the individual
processors and memory modules. Specialized heat sinks distribute the liquid across
the processor and through the memory modules to draw out the heat. The heated fluid
from the processors and the memory modules is then returned to the thermal server,
where it is processed through the heat exchanger and circulated back into the server.
"Implementing SprayCool cooling solutions can reduce the power requirements of a
data center up to 50%," reported Rob Savette, Vice President Corporate Development
at SprayCool. "A 25,000 sq. ft. data center can save as much as $400,000 in power
costs annually. With the addition of SMART's liquid-cooled CoolFlex RDIMMs into
the overall cooling system, we expect customers will experience even greater power
savings while raising the reliability of their systems."
SMART's liquid-cooled CoolFlex DDR2 VLP RDIMMs are available in 2GB and 4GB densities
and configured as 256Mx72 and 512Mx72. They are built with mainstream 128Mx4 devices,
making them one of the industry's most cost-effective solutions for HPC applications.
The ordering part numbers for the 2GB and 4GB liquid-cooled CoolFlex DDR2 VLP RDIMMs
are SG572564XG8E0IL1 and SG572124XG8P0IL1, respectively.
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.
About SprayCool™
Inc.
SprayCool™ Inc. uses
its innovative technology to revolutionize how electronics are packaged, powered
and cooled. SprayCool System Solutions use a fine mist of liquid, sprayed in a thin
layer, which evaporates to cool electronics. The process continuously cycles within
a closed loop system. SprayCool changes the geography of electronics, resulting
in cooler, quieter, more powerful and more durable electronic devices. Companies
are using SprayCool System Solutions to solve their problems with heat, noise, space
and reliability. SprayCool is a privately held corporation headquartered near Spokane,
Wash.
Fluorinert is a trademark of the 3M Corporation.
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