Overview
The Kingston ValueRAM KVR56U46BS6-8 is an 8GB DDR5 memory module designed for compatible desktop computers and workstations that support unbuffered DDR5 DIMMs. It operates at a rated data transfer rate of 5600MT/s and provides a single-module memory configuration for supported systems.
Part of Kingston's ValueRAM series, this module follows standard DDR5 memory specifications and uses a 288-pin desktop DIMM form factor. It is intended for systems that accept standard unbuffered desktop memory rather than laptop SO-DIMMs or registered server memory.
Memory Performance and Architecture
The module uses a single-rank 1Rx16 configuration based on four 1G x 16-bit FBGA memory components. Its programmed JEDEC profile specifies DDR5-5600 operation with CL46-45-45 timings at 1.1V.
DDR5 on-die error correction is incorporated into the memory devices. This functionality operates within the individual memory chips and does not provide system-level ECC memory support.
Compatibility
The KVR56U46BS6-8 requires a compatible 288-pin DDR5 DIMM slot. The motherboard and processor must support the module's memory generation, capacity, and operating speed.
- Memory generation: DDR5; incompatible with DDR4 and DDR3 memory slots.
- Form factor: 288-pin DIMM for compatible desktop systems.
- Module type: Unbuffered, non-ECC system memory.
- Capacity: 8GB per module.
- Operating speed: Actual speed depends on the processor, motherboard, firmware, and installed memory configuration.
Key Features
- 8GB capacity: Provides additional memory for compatible desktop computers.
- DDR5-5600 data rate: Supports a rated transfer rate of 5600MT/s.
- Single-rank 1Rx16 design: Uses four 1G x 16-bit memory components.
- Unbuffered DIMM architecture: Designed for desktop platforms supporting unbuffered DDR5 memory.
- JEDEC-standard timings: Uses CL46-45-45 timings at a nominal operating voltage of 1.1V.
Applications
This memory module can be used in compatible desktop computers for office productivity, general computing, web applications, and everyday multitasking. It may also be suitable for system builders maintaining a specific memory configuration or upgrading a computer that supports an additional 8GB DDR5 DIMM.
DC Supplies Product Note
Check the motherboard's supported memory configurations before ordering. This is a single-rank 1Rx16 module, so its organization differs from some other 8GB DDR5 DIMMs. Verify the required capacity, rank configuration, and supported module specifications, particularly when adding memory to an existing system.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Kingston |
| Manufacturer | Kingston Technology |
| Product Family | ValueRAM |
| Part Number / MPN | KVR56U46BS6-8 |
| Product Type | DDR5 Desktop Memory Module |
| Module Capacity | 8GB |
| Module Configuration | 1 x 8GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Rated Data Transfer Rate | 5600MT/s |
| Memory Standard | PC5-44800 |
| Form Factor | 288-pin DIMM |
| Module Type | Unbuffered UDIMM |
| System ECC Support | Non-ECC |
| On-Die ECC | Yes |
| Rank Configuration | 1Rx16, single-rank |
| DRAM Component Configuration | Four 1G x 16-bit FBGA components |
| CAS Latency | CL46 |
| Standard Timings | 46-45-45 |
| VDD Voltage | 1.1V typical |
| VDDQ Voltage | 1.1V typical |
| VPP Voltage | 1.8V typical |
| VDDSPD Voltage | 1.8V to 2.0V |
| Minimum Row Cycle Time | 48ns |
| Minimum Refresh Cycle Time | 295ns |
| Minimum Row Active Time | 32ns |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +85°C |
| Storage Temperature | -55°C to +100°C |
| PCB Height | 31.25mm |
| Contact Material | Gold |
| Compliance | RoHS compliant and halogen-free |
| UL Flammability Rating | 94 V-0 |
| UPC | 0740617332841 |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Is the Kingston KVR56U46BS6-8 compatible with every DDR5 desktop motherboard?
No. The motherboard must support unbuffered DDR5 DIMMs and the module's capacity and organization. Check the motherboard manufacturer's memory compatibility documentation before purchasing.
2. Can this memory module be installed in a laptop?
No. This module uses the full-size 288-pin desktop DIMM form factor. Laptops that support replaceable memory typically require smaller SO-DIMM modules or another platform-specific memory design.
3. Does this module support system-level ECC?
No. Kingston specifies this model as non-ECC memory. Its on-die ECC functionality is part of the DDR5 architecture and does not replace system-level ECC memory support.
4. Will the module always operate at 5600MT/s?
Not necessarily. The actual operating speed depends on the processor's memory controller, motherboard, firmware, and memory configuration. A compatible system may run the module at a lower supported speed.
5. Can this module be combined with an existing memory module?
Potentially, provided the motherboard supports the combined capacity and module configuration. Mixing memory modules with different ranks, capacities, or specifications may affect supported speeds and compatibility. Consult the system manufacturer's upgrade guidance before installation.
