Dell (on AMD platforms) 1600 MHz LVDIMM Installation and User Guide
Summary
Technical information update document addressing 1600 MHz LVDIMM memory behavior on AMD-based Dell PowerEdge server platforms including R415, R515, R815, R715, and M915. Explains BIOS memory operating voltage options (Auto, 1.35V, 1.5V) and their impact on memory frequency, noting that 1600 MHz operation requires manual 1.5V BIOS setting while Auto and 1.35V settings default to 1333 MHz. Includes step-by-step BIOS configuration instructions. Targets system administrators managing server memory configurations.
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1600 MHz LVDIMM On AMD Platforms—Information Update This document provides information about the behavior of 1600 MHz LVDIMMs on the following Dell Power Edge systems: R415 R515 R815 R715 M915 The memory operating voltage options in the BIOS are Auto, 1.5 V, or 1.35 V. The following table lists the frequency and the memory operating voltage at which the 1600 MHz LVDIMM operates.
BIOS Option Frequency Memory Operating Voltage Auto (default) 1333 MHz 1.35 V 1.35 V 1333 MHz 1.35 V 1.5 V 1600 MHz 1.5 V
To ensure that the 1600 MHz LVDIMM maintains a frequency of 1600 MHz, set the Memory Operating Voltage in the BIOS to 1.5 V.
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| Brand | Dell |
|---|---|
| Pages | 2 |
| File Size | 77.01 KB |
| Published | June 24, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which Dell PowerEdge systems support 1600 MHz LVDIMMs?
The systems include R415, R515, R815, R715, and M915.
How do I configure the memory to run at 1600 MHz?
Set the Memory Operating Voltage to 1.5 V in the BIOS Memory Settings.
What voltage options are available in the BIOS for LVDIMMs?
The BIOS options are Auto, 1.5 V, or 1.35 V.