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Kingston and ASUS Bring 1066-MHz HyperX Memory Modules to Market

Kingston HyperX 1066-MHz memory and ASUS P5B Deluxe motherboard tested for optimal performance

Fountain Valley, CA – (June 06, 2006), Kingston Technology Company, Inc., the independent world leader in memory products, announced today along with ASUS® a joint partnership exclusively for ASUS latest Intel® Broadwater based motherboard, ASUS P5B Deluxe and Kingstons HyperX DDR2 1066-MHz (PC2-8500) memory modules. The P5B Deluxe motherboard from ASUS is based on the Intel P965 chipset and supports DDR2 memory. Kingston's HyperX 1066 MHz modules and the ASUS P5B motherboard have been tested for optimal performance.

"This is a substantial announcement for Kingston®, to combine cutting-edge memory technology with the latest in motherboard development," said Mark Tekunoff, senior technology manager, Kingston. "Kingstons HyperX DDR2 1066-MHz memory module combined with ASUS P5B Deluxe motherboard is the ideal solution for consumers wanting the best in motherboards and performance memory" continued Tekunoff.

Kingstons HyperX 1066 MHz modules are a perfect blend of speed and ultimate performance. Components used to build HyperX must go through stringent tests in order to be qualified for the line. Once potential components meet our rigorous testing standards, they are then assembled and tested.

"Our ASUS P5B Deluxe will utilize DDR2 memory technology, which together with Kingstons new DDR2 memory will enable the next generation of computing performance," said Joe Hsieh, Director of ASUS Motherboard Business.

Kingstons HyperX DDR2 1066-MHz is currently available in a 1 GB kit to support high end computing. Actual speeds reached will depend on system configuration.

HyperX 1066-MHz DDR2 Features:
  • Tested at 1066-MHz
  • 2.2 Volts operation
  • Latency Timings: 5-5-5-15-1
  • Dual channel memory kits up to 1 GB
Kingston HyperX DDR2 1066-MHz Memory Modules  
Part Number Capacity and Features MSRP (U.S. only)
HyperX 1066-MHz    
KHX8500D2K2/1G 1-GB 1066-MHz unbuffered HyperX DDR2 Kit (kit of two) $284

For more detailed information on HyperX DDR2 technology and Kingston memory products, please visit the Kingston Technology Web site at http://www.kingston.com or the HyperX Web site at http://www.kingston.com/HyperX.

About Kingston Technology Company, Inc.
Founded in 1987, Kingston Technology Company, Inc. is the worlds largest independent manufacturer of memory and digital media products. The Kingston affiliated companies operate manufacturing facilities in Malaysia, Taiwan, China and Fountain Valley, Calif. Kingstons back-end processing facility supports memory test and logistics. Kingston supports all memory processing functions from receipt of wafer to completed module. Kingston serves a network of distributors, OEMs, and retail customers in more than 3,000 locations worldwide. For more information on Kingston, call (800) 337-8410, or go to kingston.com.

Editors Note: For additional information, evaluation units or executive interviews, please contact David Leong, Kingston Technology Company, Inc. 17600 Newhope Street, Fountain Valley, CA USA 92708, (714) 427-3821 (Voice). Press images can be found in Kingstons press room at kingston.com/press/default.asp

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