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RAMCHECK LX DDR4 Memory Tester

Fast, reliable memory testing for DDR4 DIMMs and

SODIMMs
With the RAMCHECK LX DDR4 memory tester package (part number INN-8686-DDR4) you can quickly (../prices.htm)
test and identify DDR4 DIMMs that comply with JEDEC standards. Tests are fast, reliable and easy to do.
The RAMCHECK LX DDR4 package includes the RAMCHECK LX base tester (ramcheck_lx_tester.htm) and Made in USA of U.S.
288-pin DDR4 DIMM adapter (ddr4-series-adapter.html). (This package is also available with the DDR4 DIMM Pro and imported parts
adapter, featuring a very rugged test socket (ddr4-pro-adapter.html)).

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LX DDR4 brochure. (PDF
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Optional adapters

288-pin DDR4 DIMM Pro (ddr4-pro-

adapter.html)
288-pin DDR4 DIMM (ddr4-series-
adapter.html)
260-pin DDR4 SODIMM (ddr4-
260pin-sodimm-test-head.html)
240-pin DDR3 DIMM
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(rclx_spec.htm) RAMCHECK LX DDR4 is compatible with all current RAMCHECK adapters,

including the 240-pin DDR3 adapter (../ramcheck/ddr3_adapter.htm) and 240-pin DDR2 adapter
(../ramcheck/ddr2_adapter.htm) for testing old DDR memory. All you need to do is swap adapters from one memory
format to another. INNOVENTIONS provides free firmware upgrades via the Internet so you can update your RAMCHECK
LX DDR4 there in the field. A PC software interface is included with the package, allowing you to print/log the test results
and store/edit/program the module's SPD information via USB.

RAMCHECK LX DDR4 does not require special setup to use. Once the adapter is mounted on the RAMCHECK LX, power
the unit on, insert a module into the test socket and press the blue start button. It really is that simple! Tests are very
fast (faq_rc_lx_testtimes.htm), with a 2Gx72 (16GB DDR4) DIMM testing in less than 2 minutes (Basic Test phase).

See how easy it is to use RAMCHECK LX DDR4 for yourself:

RAMCHECK LX DDR4 Memory Tester

The RAMCHECK LX DDR4 tester is modular and and simple to use. In fact, the RAMCHECK LX DDR4 includes features
found in testers that cost 10 times more!

RAMCHECK LX DDR4 Operation

 RAMCHECK LX automatically recognizes the DDR4 Series adapter. Seen
here is the startup screen once the RAMCHECK LX DDR4 tester is turned
on.

The DDR4 Series Adapter uses various test heads. Pressing the ESC
button several times rapidly brings this screen that shows the test head
configuration and the adapter's temperature.

Basic Test

Basic Test screen shows the size, the test time, the speed, the voltage,
the structure, the test pattern, the module's rank/bank, the CAS Latency
and more. This example shows testing a 2GBx72 ECC Registered
module.

The previous screen shows the standard structure '2Rx4'. This screen
shows the test voltage, 1.20V. Basic Test screen also shows the time of
test and the section of the module currently under test (in this example,
B1/1 means Rank1, Bank1).

The first line of the Basic Test screen displays an animation process as
the test process scans the memory array. The actual test of the DDR4
Series adapter is shown below the test animation line.

RAMCHECK LX displays the Manufacturer's official speed rating (man-

ddr4.html#mfr_speed_rating) of the module at the bottom line. The
manufacturer specifies the speed rating based on expensive and very
complex certifying test equipment. Here is another module which is
specified for 2400MHz.
 This screen shows the test of another module, this time Unbuffered,
1Gx72 ECC DIMM. The current pattern is "AAAAAAA" while the pattern
shown in the previous screens was "5555555".

This screen shows the test of a larger module, this time Registered,
4Gx72 ECC DIMM. The module is made of two ranks of x4 memory chips
(2Rx4 structure).

Successful test phases conclude with a clear 'Pass' message and with
distinguishing sound tones. Important parameters are shown in this
screen, followed by a detailed test results summary screen.

  Test Results

Test results summary screens provide a wealth of information after each

test phase. This screen provides summary of speed.

This summary screen includes structure information. All summary

screens are also added to the Test Log.

Test Log collects and retains all intermediary test results while the
memory devices undergo all of the test phases. The Test Log remains
until a new test is initiated. The Test Log may be uploaded to a PC for
printing via the USB interface. You can also save the file.

This screen is part of the detailed structure information detected by

RAMCHECK LX. It reports that the set of connector wiring tests was
successful.
 This screen follows the previous one with module ID (s/n), as well as
information about the temperature sensor inside the module's SPD
chip. It reports successful address wiring tests in ranks 1 and 2.

This screen shows the final temperature during Basic Test and the timer
reading. It also lists the manufacturer's speed rating.

This screen shows the size data captured for another large 32GB DDR4
module. This 4GBx72 2Rx4 module uses 2Gx4 DDR4 memory chips, with
16 banks and 17 row/10 column addressing.

 Extensive Test

The EXTENSIVE Test performs various tests to establish memory quality.

EXTENSIVE Test for DDR4 was added with Firmware Version 3.36.

VOLTAGE CYCLING performs tests under allowable voltage deviations

from the recommended VDD setting.

VOLTAGE BOUNCE tests data retention during voltage variation between

read and write. For DDR4, bouncing is done between 1.14V to 1.26V,
spanning the recommended VDD range.

CHIP HEAT MODE tests at elevated operating temperatures. The module

is tested at the top recommended voltage for DDR4 (1.26V), while the
program exercises all ranks of the module.
 FINAL TEST repeats the general Basic Test at the end of the Extensive
Test flow.

Successful Extensive Test concludes with a clear 'Pass' message and with
distinguishing sound tones. Important parameters are shown in this
screen.

TEST LOG
The Test Log lists the results of all the phases of the Extensive Test.

In this screen, the Test Log completes the list of the results of all the
phases of the Extensive Test.

 Auto Loop

AUTO LOOP tests memory with endless pattern changes. Great for burn-
in testing.

The AUTO-LOOP screen indicates the current loop number and the first
data of the current complex pattern. The "33CC33CC" hex marker is
duplicated for the full 64/72 bit extended word.

The AUTO-LOOP automatically cools down the tested module every 16

loops, so that the module's operation is checked with a changing
temperature gradient. Other functions like self refresh or CKE controlled
power down mode are exercised.
 Change-on-the-fly and Setup

Expanded CHANGE-ON-THE-FLY can be used to set up the Frequency,

the Voltage, the CAS LATENCY and the Refresh rate only for the current
test. Following the current test, it returns to the current setup
parameters.

CAS Latency can be set at 9-24. The write CAS Latency (CWL) is
dependent on the read CL, as shown. Please note that not all DDR4
modules support all CL values.

The DDR4 VDD Voltage setup allows the user to change on-the-fly the
test voltage in the range 1.14V-1.26V. When set to AUTO, RAMCHECK LX
automatically tests the module at 1.20V. In this example, the user is
selecting a VDD of 1.24 Volt.

 Wiring Errors Detection

The DDR4 devices utilize the differential DQS technique which assigns a
pair of two control lines per each DQS. In this test error example, DQS0
line (pin 153) was stuck at 0.

Address lines errors in the DDR4 modules are reported explicitly as

shown in this example. Here address line A9 (pin 66) is shorted to
ground.

Data line errors in DDR4 modules are reported explicitly as shown in

this example. Here data line D30 (pin 43) is shorted to VDD.
 The DDR4 module uses ODT control lines to activate the internal Rtt
termination resistors. In this test error example, line ODT1 (pin 91) is
shorted to ground.

   SPD Editor

The device's SPD can be conveniently viewed, edited and programmed

on the RAMCHECK LX. You can also use our advanced SPD features in
the PC RAMCHECK LX communications program.

During the test, each module's type, size, and structure are automatically detected, and the test flow follows our
standard Basic Test, Extensive Test, and Auto-Loop process.

To learn more, please see the following:

DDR4 manual addendum (../ramcheck_lx/man-ddr4.html).

The RAMCHECK LX series can also be purchased in the following popular combination packages: RAMCHECK LX
DDR4/DDR3 (ramcheck-lx-ddr4-ddr3-tester.html), RAMCHECK LX DDR3 (ramcheck_lx_ddr3_tester.htm), and the
RAMCHECK LX DDR3/DDR2 (ramcheck_lx_ddr3_ddr2_tester.htm).

RAMCHECK LX DDR4 Specifications:

Dimensions: 9.5"x6.3"x2.5".
Net Weight: @4 lbs.
Part number: INN-8686-DDR4

The RAMCHECK LX DDR4 is a discounted package which includes:

· RAMCHECK LX base tester (ramcheck_lx_tester.htm), p/n INN-8686

· 288-pin DDR4 adapter (ddr4-series-adapter.html), p/n INN-8686-18
· A universal 240/100VAC switching power supply
· A USB cable
· CD Companion (includes detailed RAMCHECK LX Manual & PC programs)
· 50-page printed manual

(Other discounted RAMCHECK LX packages containing the DDR3, DDR2 and DDR1 DIMM adapters are available).

The RAMCHECK LX manual and addendum (rclx_man.htm) are available online.

Please click here for pricing and further information (../prices.htm), or call INNOVENTIONS at 1 (281) 879-6226. When
ordering, please reference part number INN-8686-DDR4.

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