Low-power DDR3 SDRAM chips for high-speed memory applications
Manufacturer: micron
# Introduction to the MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT Product Series
## 1. Overview
The MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT is a high - performance Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) product series designed to meet the demanding requirements of modern electronic systems. This series offers a combination of large storage capacity, fast data access speeds, and reliable operation, making it suitable for a wide range of applications, from consumer electronics to industrial and enterprise - level systems.
## 2. Key Specifications
### Capacity
Each module in the MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT series provides a storage capacity of 256 megabits (Mb) with a 16 - bit data bus width. This configuration allows for efficient data transfer and storage, enabling systems to handle large amounts of data simultaneously. The total capacity of the module can be further expanded by using multiple modules in parallel, providing scalability for different application needs.
### Speed
The "125" in the product name indicates the speed grade of the DRAM. It offers a high - speed operation with a clock frequency that enables fast data access and transfer. This high - speed performance is crucial for applications that require real - time data processing, such as gaming consoles, high - end graphics cards, and data - intensive servers. The fast access times ensure that the system can quickly retrieve and store data, reducing latency and improving overall system performance.
### Interface
The MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT series uses a standard interface that is compatible with a wide range of microprocessors, chipsets, and other system components. This compatibility simplifies the integration process, allowing designers to easily incorporate the DRAM modules into their existing or new system designs. The interface also supports advanced features such as burst access, which enables the transfer of multiple data words in a single operation, further enhancing data transfer efficiency.
## 3. Technology and Design
### Memory Cell Technology
The DRAM modules in this series are based on advanced memory cell technology. The memory cells are designed to store data in a dynamic manner, which means that they need to be refreshed periodically to maintain the stored data. The use of advanced technology ensures high - density storage, low power consumption, and reliable data retention.
### Package Design
The MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT series comes in a compact and industry - standard package. The package design provides good electrical performance, mechanical stability, and thermal dissipation. It is also designed to be easily mounted on printed circuit boards (PCBs), reducing the complexity of the manufacturing process.
## 4. Applications
### Consumer Electronics
In consumer electronics, the MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT series can be used in devices such as smartphones, tablets, and smart TVs. In smartphones and tablets, the high - speed DRAM helps to ensure smooth multitasking, fast app launches, and seamless gaming experiences. In smart TVs, it enables high - definition video playback, smooth user interfaces, and the ability to run multiple applications simultaneously.
### Gaming
Gaming consoles and high - end gaming PCs require large amounts of fast - access memory to handle complex graphics, real - time physics simulations, and large game worlds. The MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT series provides the necessary memory capacity and speed to support these demanding gaming applications, ensuring smooth gameplay and high - quality graphics.
### Industrial and Enterprise Systems
In industrial and enterprise systems, such as servers, data centers, and industrial control systems, the reliability and performance of the memory are critical. The MT41K256M16HA - 125 IT series