AB614354 Dell 128GB PC4-25600 DDR4-3200MHz Persistent Module

Dell AB614354 Persistent 128GB Memory

The Dell AB614354 128GB DRAM 3200MHz Persistent Memory Module is engineered to deliver exceptional performance, rapid data access, and long‑lasting reliability. Designed for systems utilizing Intel Optane 200 technology, this module enhances workload efficiency and ensures smoother operations for data‑intensive environments.

General Information

• Brand Name: Dell
• Part Number: AB614354
• Product Type: Optane 200 DRAM‑based Persistent Memory

Technical Specifications

• Memory Speed: 3200MHz for rapid processing
• Capacity: 128GB to support large datasets
• Technology: DRAM‑based persistent memory
• Product Line: Optane
• Series: 200 Series

Advanced Memory Capabilities

• Enhanced bandwidth for multitasking and virtualization
• Optimized for high‑performance computing environments
• Designed to reduce bottlenecks in data‑heavy applications

Compatibility

This memory module is engineered for seamless integration with Dell systems that support Intel Optane 200 persistent memory technology. It ensures stable operation and optimal performance when paired with compatible hardware.

Dell AB614354 Persistent Memory Overview

Dell AB614354 128GB DRAM 3200MHz Persistent for Optane 200 Memory Module represents a specialized category of enterprise memory solutions designed to bridge the gap between traditional volatile system memory and conventional storage technologies. This category focuses on persistent memory modules engineered to deliver extremely low latency, high endurance, and data persistence across power cycles, making them a foundational component in modern data-centric server architectures. Built around Intel Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series technology and validated specifically for Dell enterprise platforms, this class of memory introduces a new paradigm in how data is accessed, stored, and retained within mission-critical computing environments. Unlike standard DDR4 system memory that loses data when power is removed, persistent memory modules maintain stored information, enabling faster restarts, reduced recovery times, and new application architectures optimized for in-memory data processing.

Understanding

Persistent memory occupies a unique position within the server memory hierarchy, sitting between high-speed volatile DRAM and slower non-volatile storage devices such as NVMe SSDs. This category enables servers to handle significantly larger memory footprints than would be economically feasible with DRAM alone, allowing enterprises to scale in-memory datasets without compromising performance. Persistent memory is especially relevant for workloads that require rapid access to large data sets, frequent restarts, or strict data durability requirements.

Non-Volatile

A defining feature of this category is the ability to retain data even after a system shutdown, crash, or power failure. Dell AB614354 modules leverage Intel Optane media, which uses a unique 3D XPoint-based architecture that does not rely on traditional NAND flash. This allows for byte-addressable access with latencies closer to DRAM than to storage devices. In enterprise deployments, this persistence dramatically reduces application downtime and eliminates lengthy data reload processes that traditionally occur after system restarts. Databases, analytics engines, and in-memory computing platforms benefit directly from this capability, as they can resume operations with minimal delay.

Performance

The 3200MHz operating speed of Dell AB614354 places it in alignment with high-performance DDR4 server memory standards, ensuring compatibility with modern Intel Xeon Scalable processors that support Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series. While persistent memory does not entirely replace DRAM, it complements it by providing high-capacity memory tiers that maintain respectable bandwidth and latency characteristics. In memory mode configurations, persistent memory can act as a large-capacity extension managed transparently by the system, while in app direct mode, applications gain explicit control over data placement and persistence.

Bandwidth

In the persistent memory category, bandwidth and latency metrics are optimized to support demanding enterprise workloads. Although latency is slightly higher than pure DRAM, it remains significantly lower than SSD-based storage solutions. This balance allows Dell AB614354 modules to deliver consistent performance for applications that perform frequent read and write operations on large datasets. The 3200MHz data rate ensures that memory channels are efficiently utilized, reducing bottlenecks in multi-socket server configurations.

Scalability

One of the primary advantages of this memory category is its scalability in multi-socket server architectures. Dell-certified Optane Persistent Memory modules can be deployed alongside DRAM across multiple memory channels, enabling servers to reach memory capacities measured in terabytes. This scalability is essential for high-performance computing, real-time analytics, and large-scale virtualization environments, where memory capacity often becomes a limiting factor before compute resources are fully utilized.

Reliability

Reliability is a cornerstone of the persistent memory category, and Dell AB614354 128GB Optane 200 modules are engineered to meet stringent enterprise standards. Optane media offers significantly higher endurance compared to NAND flash, making it suitable for write-intensive workloads that would otherwise degrade traditional storage devices. Dell’s validation process ensures that these modules operate reliably under sustained load, thermal stress, and long-term usage scenarios commonly encountered in data center environments.

Data Integrity

Persistent memory modules are designed with advanced error detection and correction mechanisms to maintain data integrity over extended periods. This category incorporates features that protect against data corruption, ensuring that stored information remains accurate and reliable even in the event of unexpected power loss or system interruptions. For enterprise customers, this level of data protection is essential when deploying persistent memory for mission-critical applications that cannot tolerate inconsistencies or data loss.

Thermal Design

Dell AB614354 modules are engineered to operate within the thermal and power envelopes of enterprise servers. Persistent memory consumes more power than traditional DRAM but delivers significantly higher capacity and durability. Dell’s platform-level optimization ensures adequate airflow, thermal monitoring, and power management, allowing these modules to perform consistently without compromising system stability. Efficient thermal design contributes to longer component lifespan and predictable performance across diverse operating conditions.

Use Cases

The Dell AB614354 128GB DRAM 3200MHz Persistent for Optane 200 Memory Module category is particularly well-suited for workloads that demand large memory footprints, low latency, and data persistence. In-memory databases such as SAP HANA, Oracle Database In-Memory, and Microsoft SQL Server can leverage persistent memory to store critical datasets, reducing startup times and improving transaction throughput. Real-time analytics platforms benefit from faster access to historical data without the need to reload information from disk after system restarts.

Virtualization

In virtualization and private cloud environments, persistent memory enables higher virtual machine density by expanding available memory capacity. Dell AB614354 modules allow hypervisors to allocate larger memory pools, supporting memory-intensive virtual machines without excessive reliance on swapping or overcommitment. This results in more predictable performance and improved quality of service for hosted workloads.

High-Performance

High-performance computing workloads often involve processing massive datasets with frequent checkpointing requirements. Persistent memory modules provide an ideal medium for storing checkpoints directly in memory, reducing the time required to save and restore application state. This capability accelerates scientific simulations and engineering applications that rely on iterative computation and frequent restarts.

Compatibility

This category is specifically tailored for compatibility with Dell PowerEdge servers that support Intel Optane Persistent Memory 200 Series. Dell AB614354 modules undergo rigorous qualification to ensure seamless integration with supported server, processors, and firmware versions. This compatibility ensures predictable behavior, optimal performance, and simplified support, reducing the risk associated with deploying advanced memory technologies in production environments.