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OWC

OWC 8GB DDR3 1600 CL11 2Rx8 204-pin 1.5V SODIMM Alienware M14x M14x R2 M17x R4 M18x

SKU CH-7THW-KAXX7

8 GB DDR3 SODIMM running at 1600 MHz CL11 for Alienware M14x, M14x R2, M17x R4 and M18x

  • Total capacity8 GB
  • Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
  • CAS latencyCL11
  • Rated voltage1.5 V
  • Buffer typeUnbuffered
  • Memory rank2Rx8
  • 8 GB capacity lets you run more apps simultaneously
  • DDR3 1600 speed with CL11 latency delivers responsive multitasking
  • 5 V operation matches original laptop power requirements
  • 204-pin SODIMM form factor fits Alienware M14x, M14x R2, M17x R4, M18x
  • JEDEC and RoHS compliant for a warranty-safe upgrade

8GB DDR3 1600 SODIMM for Alienware

This single 8GB DDR3 1600 CL11 2Rx8 SODIMM operates at 1.5V and uses a 204-pin unbuffered non-ECC design. It is built to JEDEC and RoHS standards and targets the Alienware M14x, M14x R2, M17x R4 and M18x notebooks. Installation is a straightforward DIY upgrade.

Suits owners of listed Alienware models needing

Buyers with other laptop brands or desktop systems should look elsewhere because the module is validated only for the four Alienware families above. Systems that require ECC, registered DIMMs, a different voltage or a different DDR generation will not accept this part.

204-pin DDR3 1600 CL11 1.5V SODIMM form factor

The 204-pin SO-DIMM keying, DDR3 signalling and 1.5V operation together decide whether the module fits and functions in a given slot. Verify that the target notebook uses DDR3 SO-DIMM memory before purchase.

How it compares

Measured against everything we stock in Model-Specific Memory Upgrades, at today’s prices. Recalculated every night.

Price $25.99
Cheaper than about 87% of the 21,161 comparable items (median $397.99).
Total capacity 8 GB
Lower than about 80% of the 20,941 comparable items (median 32 GB).
Price per GB $3.25 per GB
Cheaper than about 88% of the 20,941 comparable items (median $8.19 per GB).

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameOWC
Part number1S6D32R808 GB
Total capacity8 GB
Product type204-Pin DDR3 Non-ECC SODIMM
Performance
Rated speedDDR3 1600 (PC3 12800)
Memory
CAS latencyCL11
ECC supportNo
Buffer typeUnbuffered
Memory rank2Rx8
Heat spreaderNo
Power
Rated voltage1.5 V
Compatibility
Compatible systemsAlienware M14x
Alienware M14x R2
Alienware M17x R4
Alienware M18x

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Questions about this item

Will the 204-pin SODIMM fit the memory slot in my Alienware M14x R2?

Yes — the module uses the standard 204-pin DDR3 SODIMM form factor that matches the slots in the M14x, M14x R2, M17x R4 and M18x.

Do I need to change any BIOS settings after inserting the 1.5 V CL11 module?

No — the JEDEC-standard DDR3 1600 CL11 1.5 V timing is recognised automatically; just seat the module firmly until the retention clips click.

How can I tell when the 8 GB DDR3 module should be replaced?

DDR3 SODIMMs have no moving parts and no scheduled replacement interval; swap it only if memory diagnostics report errors or the system becomes unstable.

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