OWC 16GB DDR3L 1600 CL11 1.35V 204-pin SODIMM laptop RAM

Single-module 16 GB upgrade

This 204-pin DDR3L SODIMM delivers 16 GB in one stick, suited to laptops, all-in-one PCs and compatible NAS units that accept DDR3L memory. The CL11 latency and 1600 MT/s rating match the JEDEC PC3L-12800 standard, so the module slots in without BIOS changes. Buyers whose systems only have a single memory slot or already run at the maximum supported capacity per slot cannot use this module.

Low-voltage thermal profile

Operating at 1.35 V, the unbuffered non-ECC module draws less power than standard DDR3, reducing heat output inside compact chassis. No heat spreader is fitted, so the DRAM relies on the device’s existing airflow; in typical office workloads the component runs silently and stays within normal thermal limits. Systems with restricted ventilation or sustained heavy memory loads may see higher temperatures than modules equipped with spreaders.

Simple drop-in installation

The 204-pin edge connector aligns with standard DDR3L SODIMM sockets, requiring no tools beyond a small screwdriver to open the access panel. A single 16 GB stick leaves any second slot free for future expansion or keeps the configuration minimal. Builders needing ECC error correction, registered buffering, or a matched pair for dual-channel operation must look elsewhere.