subject: DIMM RAM Memory – An Overview [print this page] Designed the base of very primitive computer memory module of this era, the DIMM type of RAM is now-a-days being clubbed with the standard DDR2 memory for better efficiency. DIMM memory offers point-to-point serial memory interface that is combined with the advanced DDR2 memory. Sounds tricky? Let's get to the basics first.
What is DIMM RAM Memory?
Dual In-line Memory Module is revised version of Single In-line Memory Module (SIMM) that uses series of DRAM integrated cells. With 64-bit data path, the DIMMs are available different types. 64-bit data path helps us installing only one module time. It offers increased speed that can be synchronized with the system bus for better performance.
According to the experts, the DIMM memory uses parallel connection and bi-directional serial memory bus. Usually the DIMM RAMs are available the market ranging from 72 pins to 240 pins. These different types of DIMMs are used for DRAM, SDRAM, DDR RAM, DDR2 RAM and even DDR3 RAMs. Of all these, the 172 pin, 184 pin and 200 pin DIMMs are used for DDR RAMs. Next 200 pin and 214 pin are used for DDR2 RAM. And lastly, the 204 pin and 240 pin DIMMs are used for DDR3 RAM. DIMM modules are located your motherboard. And till the time you install new motherboard, there would be least 1 DIMM module over there.
This small component is very helpful improving the speed, working and efficiency of your computer. The latest and advanced versions of computer RAM, naming the DDR2 and DDR3, are already clubbed with so much of storage capacity high clock speed and data transfer capacity. Moreover, the DIMM slot also adds to the beauty of the processing.
Computer RAM manufacturers and RAM suppliers offer wide range of Dual In-line Memory Module'. It is available from 8-bit data path to 16-bit, 32-bit and 64-bit. Now choosing the best suited module for your computer is up to you completely. First check out for your computer applications usage and then decide the type of RAM to be installed. Upgrading to the higher version without any sense is just the wastage of the money.
