Kingston Technology Company has announced support for high-bandwidth networking and communications platforms utilising Rambus memory technology. Besides using already available Rambus RIMM modules, a number of forthcoming platforms will use SO-RIMM modules, which achieve high bandwidth transfers using a smaller module form-factor than RIMM modules. Kingston`s products are distributed in SA by component distributor AXiZ.
Kingston Technology has accumulated over three years of experience in Rambus memory technology, having started a partnership program with Rambus in 1997.Working with Intel Corporation since 1998, Kingston has also enabled the RIMM module ramp for Intel`s 820- and 840- chipset based platforms. Kingston has shipped approximately 100,000 RIMM modules to date.
"Kingston`s demonstrated expertise and capabilities in launching its RIMM module program worldwide in 1999 will be key to launching SO-RIMM modules in high-bandwidth, high performance network communication products in 2000," says Ian Rayner, Kingston product manager at AXiZ. "Rambus and Kingston will continue to work together to ensure strong support for networking and communications manufacturers in launching their leading technology products,"
Following requests by leading telecommunications and networking companies `earlier this year for 800-MHz SO-RIMM modules, Kingston has set up a testing process for SO-RIMM modules on Agilent 83000 platforms, and has already built and tested SO-RIMM modules.
Kingston will also provide Continuity SO-RIMM modules if needed by its customers. "Kingston is beginning larger scale sampling of 800 MHz 64 MB and 128 MB SO-RIMM modules in April, and will work closely with its technology customers to ensure that the SO-RIMM module production ramp will occur smoothly and quickly," adds Rayner.
Kingston`s multi-million dollar investments in technology, state of the art manufacturing lines along with high-speed testing equipment, and experienced engineers to support Rambus RIMM module technology will allow a faster time-to-market for SO-RIMM modules than previously possible for new module technologies
With annual sales over $1 billion, Kingston offers a complete line of memory, storage, networking and PC enhancement products. With strictly regulated ISO-registered facilities in the United States (ISO 9001), Ireland (ISO 9002), Malaysia (ISO 9002) and Taiwan (ISO 9002), Kingston markets its products through an extensive worldwide network of distributors, major reseller chains and independent dealers. Visit the Kingston home page on the Internet at http://www.kingston.com
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AXiZ
AXiZ is South Africa`s premier computer component and peripherals distribution company, with offices in Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town and Pretoria and a staff complement exceeding 170 professionals. Founded in 1989, AXiZ has evolved from a supplier of memory modules and processors to be the leading distributor of branded end-to-end PC components, from motherboards, processors and PC cards to networking products, storage products, software, monitors, peripherals and graphics cards. In addition, AXiZ provides services such as a PC and server configuration service, customer deliveries, and training and education.