First Crossfire Certified Memory - from OCZ

OCZ Technology Group announced "the OCZ PC2-5400 ATI CrossFire Certified modules. The award-winning PC2-5400 gaming solutions from OCZ now feature the first ever exclusively designed heat-spreaders for ATI Technologies. Co-developed with ATI, the unique PC2-5400 CrossFire certified series offers an unparalleled opportunity to boost performance and stylize gamers' systems."

These bright red modules are cooled with an exclusive ATI special XTC (Xtreme Thermal Convection) heat-spreader (displaying ATI's "Certified" logo). "By working closely with ATI we are able to deliver a superior solution to consumers and system builders with the introduction of OCZ CrossFire modules; this special memory is certified for optimal compatibility on the ATI CrossFire platform, and comes outfitted with our innovative XTC heat-spreaders which help keep the memory cool while powering through even the most demanding 3D games", declared Alex Mei, VP of Marketing.

"ATI CrossFire is all about high-performance frame rates and the best looking games, and the blazing speed, high reliability and visual appeal of OCZ's new memory modules is right in line with what CrossFire stands for and what gamers want. The new CrossFire-certified memory from OCZ ensures that gamers get the highest quality and compatibility possible for their CrossFire system", said the one responsible for ATI's CrossFire strategy, Godfrey Cheng, Director of Marketing, Platform Technologies, ATI Technologies.

The first certified memory product available will be PC2-5400 (667 Mhz DDR2), in 1024 MB modules and 2 GB (2x1024 MB) dual channel kits optimized for the latest DDR2 platforms. The timings are 4-4-4-12 (CAS-TRCD-TRP-TRAS). This is just the first of many new ATI certified modules that will be available to gamers and enthusiasts. In addition to ATI certified modules, the high performance OCZ GameXStream 600W and 700W power supplies are CrossFire certified. Other specifications: 1.9 Volts, 240 Pin DIMM, Unbuffered, 2.2 EVP (Extended Voltage Protection, allows PC2-5400 modules to handle voltages up 2.2V =/- 5%, and still be covered by the warranty).

As always, Life Time Warranty is available from OCZ.