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OWC 8GB DDR3 1600 CL11 2Rx8 240-pin 1.5V Non-ECC UDIMM for Dell XPS 8500

SKU CH-MMHW-03APY

An 8 GB DDR3-1600 CL11 UDIMM built to JEDEC specs for the Dell XPS 8500

  • Capacity8GB
  • Type240-Pin DDR3 Non-ECC UDIMM
  • SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS LatencyCL11
  • Voltage1.5V
  • ECCNo
  • 8GB capacity lets you run more apps simultaneously
  • DDR3 1600 speed with CL11 latency for responsive desktop performance
  • 240-pin UDIMM fits Dell XPS 8500 without modification
  • 5V JEDEC-standard voltage ensures stable, warranty-safe operation
  • 2Rx8 unbuffered non-ECC design built for reliable everyday computing

System-Specific DDR3 Upgrade

This OWC module delivers 8 GB of DDR3 1600 memory built to JEDEC and RoHS standards for the Dell XPS 8500. The single 240-pin UDIMM runs at CL11 latency with a 1.5 V supply and uses a 2Rx8 unbuffered organisation. It is designed as a direct, warranty-safe drop-in replacement for the original equipment.

Thermals and Power in Daily Use

Operating at the standard 1.5 V, the module draws only the power defined by the DDR3 1600 specification. With no heat spreader fitted, it relies on normal case airflow to stay within JEDEC thermal limits during typical desktop workloads. The unbuffered design adds negligible electrical load to the memory controller.

Behaviour Under Sustained Load

Continuous multi-tasking or large-file handling keeps the DIMM at its rated 1600 MT/s without down-clocking, as the JEDEC-compliant ICs are validated for extended operation. The 2Rx8 density provides 8 GB in a single slot, leaving other slots free for further expansion if the platform allows. Systems requiring ECC or registered memory cannot use this module.

Highlights

  • 8GB capacity lets you run more apps simultaneously
  • DDR3 1600 speed with CL11 latency for responsive desktop performance
  • 240-pin UDIMM fits Dell XPS 8500 without modification
  • 5V JEDEC-standard voltage ensures stable, warranty-safe operation
  • 2Rx8 unbuffered non-ECC design built for reliable everyday computing

Specifications

BrandOWC
Part Number1U6D32R808GB
Capacity8GB
Type240-Pin DDR3 Non-ECC UDIMM
SpeedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
CAS LatencyCL11
Voltage1.5V
ECCNo
Buffered/RegisteredUnbuffered
Rank2Rx8
Heat SpreaderNo
Compatible SystemDell XPS 8500

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 240-pin DDR3 UDIMM in my Dell XPS 8500, and what step is often missed?

Power off, unplug, open the case, align the notch on the module with the slot key, press firmly until both retention clips click shut, then verify 8 GB appears in BIOS before closing the case.

What maintenance or replacement will the 8 GB DDR3 1600 module need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; keep interior dust-free and ensure case fans run clean so the 1.5 V DIMM stays within safe operating temperature.

What limit appears first when the 2Rx8 PC3-12800 stick runs sustained heavy workloads?

The CL11 latency at 1600 MHz sets the throughput ceiling; sustained loads will saturate bandwidth before thermal throttling becomes a factor.

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