Corsair has earned a reputation of consistently being first to market with quality, leading-edge products that support new computing platforms and technologies. Every Corsair memory module is specifically designed for rock-solid performance under the most demanding of applications. Corsair has been a leader in the design and manufacture of high-speed modules since 1994. "Our focus has always been on supporting the special demands of mission-critical servers and high-end workstations, as well as the performance demands of extreme gamers."

Corsair is a trusted supplier to many computer manufacturers such as Intel, Tyan and SuperMicro for their server platforms. Since mid-2003, Corsair has been involved with DDR2 development through JEDEC, a technology association that develops standards for the electronics industry.

The company's flagship memory products are the XMS (Xtreme Memory Speed) family which is designed for the unique demands of the serious gaming community. The XMS memory line has become the world's most awarded memory, garnering more awards and Number One rankings from review sites and user polls than any other performance memory. The XMS family encompasses XMS2 DDR2, including modules that have broken world speed records; XMS Xpert, the first modules with real-time display of parametric data; Pro Series, gaming memory with real-time activity LEDs; and XMS Classic with black or platinum heat spreaders.

- Memory Description & Specs

The CM2X512-8000UL is a 512 MByte, two-rank DDR2 SDRAM DIMM designed for extreme speed. According to the manufacturer, this module delivers outstanding performance in the latest generation of DDR2-based motherboards while it has been tested extensively in multiple DDR2 motherboards to ensure compatibility and performance at its rated speed. This memory has been verified to operate at 1000MHz at the low latencies of 5-4-4-9 at 2.2 volts. This module is also available in matched pairs of "TwinX" modules tested as a set in a dual channel DDR2 motherboard.

Features

- 512 Megabytes of memory in a 240-pin DDR2 DIMM
- Implemented using 64M x 8 DDR2 SDRAMs
- 100% tested at 1000MHz in high performance DDR2 motherboards
- Legendary Corsair reliability and service
- Lifetime warranty

Test Specs by Corsair

- Each module is tested in an Intel-based motherboard at 1000MHz
- Tested at at the low latencies of (5-4-4-9) at 2.2V
- SPD programmed to DDR2-800 5-5-5-15