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HANOVER, Germany, March 4, 2008 – Mushkin, Inc. (www.mushkin.com), a global leader in high-performance computer products, today announced the XP3 series DDR3 modules. Designed for trailblazing enthusiasts seeking ultimate performance, the XP3 modules offer the reliability and speed needed for maximum frames per second in games and chart-topping benchmark scores.

Following in the footsteps of its successful DDR and DDR2 predecessors, the third generation eXtreme Performance modules are held to the same stringent quality standards that make Mushkin a highly-regarded name within the overclocking community. The XP3-14400 8-8-7 modules will be showcased at the CeBIT Mushkin booth (Hall 21, Stand A09) in live overclocking demonstrations.

“It’s our pleasure to announce the XP3 series modules at CeBIT this year”, said Brian Flood, Mushkin director of product development. “Our latest eXtreme Performance modules provide enhanced bandwidth over the aging DDR2 technology and allow overclocked multicore processors to perform to their fullest.”

Part Numbers:

991600 – 1GB XP3-12800 (DDR3-1600) 7-7-6-18 1.85-1.9V
996600 – 2GB (2x1GB) XP3-12800 (DDR3-1600) 7-7-6-18 1.85-1.9V

991601 – 2GB XP3-12800 (DDR3-1600) 7-7-6-18 1.85-1.9V
996601 – 4GB (2x2GB) XP3-12800 (DDR3-1600) 7-7-6-18 1.85-1.9V

991602 – 1GB XP3-14400 (DDR3-1800) 8-8-7-20 1.9-1.95V
996602 – 2GB (2x1GB) XP3-14400 (DDR3-1800) 8-8-7-20 1.9-1.95V


The XP3 modules will be available worldwide the beginning of April in 1GB and 2GB single modules and 2GB (2 x 1GB) and 4GB (2x2GB) dual-channel kits. Every module is hand-tested beyond its rated specification and features Mushkin’s FrostByte heatspreader which keeps the modules within safe operating temperatures. Like all Mushkin products, the XP3 modules are backed by a lifetime warranty and an industry-leading technical support staff.