SMART Modular Technologies Establishes Rambus DRAM Third Party Validation Lab and Test Services
SMART Modular Technologies Inc. (Fremont, CA) announced the establishment of its independent Rambus DRAM Third Party Validation Lab and Test services. As an RDRAM validation test lab, SMART will perform independent characterization testing and validation of Rambus DRAM components, which must meet critical high-performance specifications. The objective of the program is to enable a smooth and rapid integration of Rambus-based systems.
By providing RDRAM Validation Test Services, SMART is acting as an outsource testing company for OEMs. Rather than adding internal resources for RDRAM device testing, OEMs can now look to SMART to provide this service. "SMART's engineers have worked closely with the enabling groups at Rambus and Intel to complete the RDRAM correlation process," says Keith McDonald, president of SMART. "We see the RDRAM Validation Program as a means to further strengthen our support for this revolutionary memory architecture."
"As Rambus RIMM module production continues to ramp industry-wide, we see SMART as a key provider of testing services to enable the smooth transition to Rambus memory technology," adds Subodh Toprani, VP and general manager, Industry Enabling Division, Rambus Inc.
In order to support the its RDRAM Validation Test Services, SMART has invested in cutting-edge testing equipment including the industry's most advanced RIMM module tester, the HP 95000, impedance control measurement equipment and high speed test handlers to support high volume RIMM module production testing. Utilizing its expertise in RIMM module manufacturing, SMART is building high-quality, high-performance RIMM modules using only 100 percent validated components.
The Validation Program, along with the equipment acquisitions, are part of a multi-million dollar investment strategy, thus furthering SMART's goal to become one of the industry's leading Rambus RIMM module suppliers.
SMART Modular Technologies Inc., 4305 Cushing Parkway, Fremont, CA. 94538. Phone: 510-623-1231.