First the modules are tested and, at the same time, their SPD chips are programmed. SPD (Serial Presence Detect) chips hold all info about the memory module, like its speed and timings.

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Figure 30: Memory module initial testing and SPD programming.

After the SPD is programmed, the modules are tested in another station to make sure that the SPD was correctly programmed.

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Figure 31: SPD check.

After that the modules go to compatibility testing, which is a huge lab with hundreds of motherboards from several different manufacturers to be tested for compatibility with several different platforms.

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Figure 32: Compatibility testing.

After that the module is ready to be marketed, so the modules are labeled, packed and shipped to Kingmax’s costumers.

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Figure 33: Modules being packed.

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