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Kingston Technology Corp.

Kingston Technology Corp. KVR533D2N4/512 512MB DDR2 533 desktop RAM

SKU CH-BTR6-RRT9W MPN KVR533D2N4/512

512 MB DDR2 desktop memory running at 533 MHz with CL4 latency and 1.80 V operation

  • Total capacity512 MB
  • Rated speedDDR2 533 (PC2 4200)
  • CAS latencyCL4
  • Rated voltage1.8 V
  • Boosts older desktops with 512MB DDR2 533 memory
  • Runs at PC2 4200 speed for stable data transfer
  • Low CL4 latency sharpens response in legacy systems
  • Operates at 1.80V for efficient power use
  • ValueRAM series delivers reliable Kingston quality

ValueRAM 512MB DDR2 module

This Kingston ValueRAM module provides 512MB of DDR2 memory at 533 MT/s. It is designed for older desktop systems that require PC2 4200 standard memory. The stick operates at a standard 1.80V with CL4 latency timings. It suits users maintaining or upgrading legacy hardware platforms.

Thermals and power profile

The module runs at the standard DDR2 voltage of 1.80V without a heat spreader. Passive cooling relies on normal case airflow across the bare circuit board. Power draw remains low, typical for a single 512MB density stick of this generation. Acoustic output is zero as the component has no moving parts.

Capacity decides fit

The 512MB capacity is the critical specification for compatibility. Many legacy boards limit maximum memory per slot or total system capacity to this density. Verify your motherboard documentation accepts 512MB modules before purchase. Systems requiring higher densities per slot cannot use this part.

How it compares

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Price $9.99
Cheaper than about 97% of the 3,647 comparable items (median $90.99).
Total capacity 512 MB
Lower than about 99% of the 3,251 comparable items (median 16 GB).
Price per GB $19.51 per GB
Pricier than about 90% of the 3,251 comparable items (median $6.75 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameKingston
Product lineValueRAM
Model nameKVR533D2N4/512
Total capacity512 MB
Performance
Rated speedDDR2 533 (PC2 4200)
Memory
CAS latencyCL4
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.8 V
Size & build
Shipping weight0.03 kg
Package size170 × 56 × 13 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the KVR533D2N4/512 DDR2 module and which step is often missed?

Align the notch on the module with the DDR2 slot key, press down firmly until both retention clips click shut, and verify the BIOS detects the full 512MB at 533MT/s; the step most people miss is fully seating both ends so the clips engage automatically.

What maintenance or replacement will this ValueRAM stick need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; if errors appear, reseat the module and clean the gold contacts with isopropyl alcohol, but the 1.80V DDR2 chips have no user-replaceable parts, so persistent faults mean replacing the entire 512MB stick.

What limit appears first when the KVR533D2N4/512 runs under sustained load?

The CL4 latency at 533MT/s and fixed 1.80V voltage set the performance ceiling; without a heat spreader the chips rely on case airflow, so thermal throttling or stability loss is the first bottleneck during prolonged heavy use.

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