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Product Features
Product Overview
The Axiom 90Y3157-AX is a 16GB DDR3-1600 ECC Registered RDIMM designed for server memory upgrades. This module delivers reliable performance with its 1600 MHz speed and PC3-12800 memory standard, making it suitable for enterprise environments where data integrity and stability are critical.
Built with ECC (Error-Correcting Code) technology, this memory module automatically detects and corrects single-bit memory errors, reducing system crashes and data corruption. The registered signal processing helps manage electrical load on the memory controller, enabling support for higher memory capacities in multi-module configurations.
Relevant product facts for this section include Memory Size: 16 GB, Memory Technology: DDR3 SDRAM, Memory Speed: 1600 MHz, Number of Pins: 240-pin. When those details are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it connects, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Technical Overview
This memory module operates at 1600 MHz with a DDR3-1600/PC3-12800 specification, providing an effective data transfer rate that supports demanding server workloads. The 240-pin RDIMM form factor ensures proper physical and electrical compatibility with server motherboards designed for registered memory.
The Very Low Profile (VLP) design with dimensions of 5.25" x 0.74" x 0.16" (133.35 mm x 18.75 mm x 4 mm) and weight of 18.1 grams allows for installation in space-constrained server environments while maintaining proper airflow for cooling.
Relevant product facts for this section include Memory Size: 16 GB, Memory Technology: DDR3 SDRAM, Memory Speed: 1600 MHz, Number of Pins: 240-pin. When those details are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it connects, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
This Axiom memory module combines enterprise-grade reliability with performance-optimized specifications for server deployment. The ECC functionality provides an additional layer of data protection that's essential for mission-critical applications and 24/7 server operations.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Data Integrity Protection, Server-Optimized Design.
Data Integrity Protection
ECC technology automatically detects and corrects single-bit errors, preventing data corruption and reducing system downtime in server environments.
- Automatic error correction
- Reduced system crashes
- Enhanced data reliability
Server-Optimized Design
The registered RDIMM configuration supports higher memory capacities and improves signal integrity in multi-module server installations.
- Supports high-density configurations
- Improved electrical load management
- Server motherboard compatibility
Deployment / Use Cases
This memory module is specifically designed for IBM BladeCenter HS23 (7875-xxx) servers, making it an ideal upgrade solution for existing IBM server infrastructure. The compatibility with this specific server model ensures proper performance and reliability in enterprise environments.
Typical deployment scenarios include database servers, virtualization hosts, application servers, and file servers where increased memory capacity and ECC protection are required. The 16GB capacity per module allows for significant memory expansion when installed in multi-channel configurations.
Relevant product facts for this section include Memory Size: 16 GB, Memory Technology: DDR3 SDRAM, Memory Speed: 1600 MHz, Number of Pins: 240-pin. When those details are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it connects, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
IBM Server Upgrades
Direct replacement and upgrade memory for IBM BladeCenter HS23 servers, maintaining compatibility with existing server infrastructure.
Enterprise Applications
Suitable for database management systems, virtualization platforms, and business applications that benefit from ECC memory protection.
Physical Profile
The Very Low Profile design measures 5.25" in length, 0.74" in width, and just 0.16" in thickness, making it one of the slimmest server memory modules available. This compact form factor is particularly valuable in blade server environments where space is at a premium and proper airflow must be maintained for optimal cooling performance.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 0.74" (18.75 mm), 18.1 g. This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 0.74" (18.75 mm)
- Weight
- 18.1 g
- Length
- 5.25" (133.35 mm)
Highlights
- 16GB DDR3-1600 ECC Registered RDIMM memory module
- PC3-12800 memory standard operating at 1600 MHz
- Error-Correcting Code (ECC) for enhanced data integrity
- Registered signal processing for server compatibility
- 240-pin RDIMM form factor
- Very Low Profile (VLP) design for space-constrained installations
- Compatible with IBM BladeCenter HS23 (7875-xxx) servers
- Lifetime limited warranty for long-term reliability
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Axiom Memory Solutions |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 90Y3157-AX |
| Brand Name | Axiom |
| Product Name | 16GB DDR3-1600 ECC VLP RDIMM for IBM - 90Y3157, 90Y3156 |
| Product Type | RAM Module |
| Technical Information | |
| Memory Size | 16 GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Memory Speed | 1600 MHz |
| Memory Standard | DDR3-1600/PC3-12800 |
| Error Checking | ECC |
| Signal Processing | Registered |
| Device Supported | Server |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Number of Pins | 240-pin |
| Form Factor | RDIMM |
| Thickness | 0.16" (4 mm) |
| Width | 0.74" (18.75 mm) |
| Length | 5.25" (133.35 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 18.1 g |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Compatibility | IBM - BladeCenter HS23 (7875-xxx) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
FAQ
What is the capacity and speed of this Axiom memory module?
This Axiom memory module provides 16GB of capacity with a speed of 1600 MHz, corresponding to the DDR3-1600/PC3-12800 memory standard. The 1600 MHz operating frequency delivers efficient data transfer rates suitable for server applications, while the 16GB capacity per module supports substantial memory expansion in compatible systems.
What does ECC mean for this server memory?
ECC stands for Error-Correcting Code, a technology that automatically detects and corrects single-bit memory errors. This feature is crucial for server environments where data integrity is paramount, as it helps prevent system crashes, data corruption, and unexpected downtime in mission-critical applications running 24/7 operations.
What is the difference between RDIMM and other memory types?
RDIMM (Registered Dual In-line Memory Module) includes a register between the memory controller and DRAM chips to manage electrical load, enabling support for higher memory capacities in server configurations. This differs from UDIMM (Unbuffered) modules commonly used in desktop systems and LRDIMM (Load Reduced) modules designed for maximum density installations.
Which servers is this memory module compatible with?
This Axiom memory module is specifically compatible with IBM BladeCenter HS23 servers with model numbers 7875-xxx. The 240-pin RDIMM form factor and registered design ensure proper electrical and physical compatibility with these server systems, making it suitable for memory upgrades and replacements in existing IBM server infrastructure.
What are the physical dimensions of this memory module?
This Very Low Profile (VLP) RDIMM measures 5.25 inches in length, 0.74 inches in width, and 0.16 inches in thickness (133.35 mm x 18.75 mm x 4 mm). The compact design weighs approximately 18.1 grams and is optimized for installation in space-constrained server environments where maintaining proper airflow for cooling is essential.
What warranty coverage does this Axiom memory include?
This Axiom memory module comes with a lifetime limited warranty, providing long-term protection for your investment. The warranty coverage reflects the manufacturer's confidence in the reliability and durability of this server-grade memory product, offering peace of mind for enterprise deployments where continuous operation is critical.