Learn the basics of memory in 10 minutes through the SuperTalent “Memory 101” slide show.
Memory 101 Topics:
Key Memory Signals
CAS – Column Address Strobe is a signal that triggers a column address
CAS Latency – the delay from when the CAS signal is triggered to when data is available on the memory bus, measured in clock cycles (lower is faster)
RAS – Row Address Strobe is a signal that triggers a row address
Command Rate – the delay from when a chip is enabled to when commands can be executed, measured in clock cycles (lower is faster)
Chip Select – activates or deactivates a chip or group of chips on the module
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