Non-Volatile Cache targets server and storage applications.
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Providing non-volatile protection of RAID cache data during power failure, ArxCis-NV(TM) consists of JEDEC edge compatible registered DRAM module with ECC, paired with embedded SSD for data backup. If voltage drops below defined level, backup function is activated, and supercapacitors provide enough power for DRAM, NAND, and logic to transfer data into non-volatile flash. SATA bridge transfers data at rate of 80 MB/sec to SLC NAND, which retains data dump from DRAM for up to 10 yr.
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Viking Modular Solutions(TM) Announces ArxCis-NV(TM), a Non-Volatile Cache Module Optimized for Server and Storage Applications
Industry's First Non-Volatile Protection of RAID Cache Data During a Power Failure
FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., Feb. 18 / -- Viking Modular Solutions(TM), a division of Sanmina-SCI Corporation (NASDAQ:SANM), and designer and manufacturer of memory and flash modules, today announced ArxCis- NV(TM), a non-volatile cache module product family. The ArxCis-NV products have been designed specifically for the RAID, server and storage applications where traditional battery backed DRAM modules offer an inferior performing and substantially less secure method of critical data protection.
"We anticipate a high level of adoption of the ArxCis-NV product family from OEMs and their customers looking for the next generation of high performance non-volatile cache modules," said Adrian Proctor, Vice President of Marketing for Viking Modular Solutions. "Current technology of backing DRAM modules with batteries provides protection for approximately 72 hours and also brings a host of battery related issues to IT managers. ArxCis-NV products help eliminate these issues by transferring data from the DRAM to NAND flash through a high-speed Viking Modular Solutions proprietary logic interface where the data remains secure for up to 10 years. This substantially increased level of security coupled with a significantly lower total cost of ownership will appeal to any IT department."
The ArxCis-NV module is a JEDEC (Joint Electron Device Engineering Council) edge compatible registered DRAM module with ECC and is paired with an embedded solid state drive (SSD) on the module for data backup. The module hold-up power (typically 10 to 15 seconds, depending upon DRAM density) is supplied by Supercapacitors either mounted on the module or remotely, depending on the customer system space constraints.
The ArxCis-NV monitors the voltage level from the host system. If the voltage drops below a defined level, the backup function is activated, at which point the Supercapacitors provide enough power for the DRAM, NAND and logic to transfer the data into non-volatile flash. The enterprise class Serial ATA (SATA) bridge transfers the data at a rate of 80MB/second to the SLC NAND which retains the data dump from the DRAM for up to 10 years. As a result, the system is designed to always provide enough time to transfer the module to another system or for power to be safely restored. Current battery backed module solutions are at high risk to power capacity degradation, plus require annual replacement and multiple service calls over the life of the DIMM, adding significant cost to the end user as well as negatively impacting the environment during the battery disposal phase.
The ArxCis-NV solution requires only 10 seconds to fully charge (in comparison to eight hours with a NiMH battery). In addition, the module requires no regular conditioning cycles in contrast to a battery backed module where system cache would have to be taken off line, in turn, effecting system performance. More impressive, the ArxCis-NV offers a more cost effective and environmentally conscious solution to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and end users.
Pricing and Availability:
The ArxCis-NV is ready for sampling to select OEM customers. Please contact Viking Modular Solutions at:
o Web: http://www.vikingmodular.com/
o Email: sales@vikingmodular.com
o Phone: +1.949.643.7255
Viking Modular Solutions continues to advance its technology leadership role by proactively developing innovative products for the enterprise, server, storage, embedded and network infrastructure markets. For more information on all other DRAM and flash module products, visit http://www.vikingmodular.com/.
About Viking Modular Solutions
Headquartered in Foothill Ranch, California, Viking Modular Solutions is focused on delivering innovative, high-quality memory and flash products to the enterprise, server, storage telecommunications and embedded markets. Founded in 1989, Viking Modular Solutions has been providing Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) with industry leading design, engineering, product support and customer service for 20 years. For more information, visit http://www.vikingmodular.com/.
About Sanmina-SCI
Sanmina-SCI Corporation is a leading electronics contract manufacturer serving the fastest-growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina-SCI provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to OEMs primarily in the communications, defense and aerospace, industrial and medical instrumentation, multimedia, enterprise computing and storage, and automotive technology sectors. Sanmina-SCI has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world. More information regarding the company is available at http://www.sanmina-sci.com/.
(C) Sanmina-SCI Corporation. Viking Modular Solutions and ArxCis-NV are trademarks of Sanmina-SCI Corporation. All trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
