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Many motherboards automatically set the "Command Rate" and do not allow it to be manually set by the user.
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If there are timings in the BIOS we do not list in the latency timings for your FURY/HyperX memory, please leave these timings at their default setting.
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Timing | Timing Definition | Abbreviations | What it does |
10 | CAS Latency | CL | Delay between activation of row and reading of row. |
11 | RAS to CAS (or Row to Column Delay) | tRCD | Activates row. |
12 | Row Precharge Delay (or RAS Precharge Delay) | tRP or tRCP | Deactivates row. |
CAS latency:
CAS Latency is the ratio of the memory's column access time divided by the current system clock. The column access time turns out to be a constant value, so you can see as you in increase the system clock it becomes harder to achieve a lower CAS latency (e.g., the denominator grows, but the numerator stays the same).
RAS-to-CAS:
This is the latency between the Row Address Strobe and Column Address Strobe. Basically the delay between accessing the Row and the Column memory addresses.
Row Precharge Delay:
The number of clock cycles taken between the issuing of the precharge command and the active command.
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Only select motherboards can achieve speeds of DDR4 at 4000MT/s and above, typically limited to Dual or Quad channel configurations with only one memory bank group populated (one K2 or K4 kit) also known as one Dimm per channel (1DPC). We recommend checking the memory Qualified Vendor List (QVL) of the motherboard manufacturer to verify the extreme Predator DDR4 kit is supported, and in which configuration/sockets. You can also check the Intel XMP certified memory list here for verified systems with the Predator DDR4 kits.
Since the memory controller resides within the Intel processor, it’s critically important to use premium cooling for the CPU and the system case for improved stability. We recommend Intel X or K series processors as well. You can find a list of these models here.
FAQ: KTM-060818-HYX-13
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FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-111
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The Kingston FURY CTRL application, downloadable here, can customize the RGB LED lights and patterns featured on Kingston FURY/HyperX RGB memory modules.
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At this time, it’s unknown how HyperX will change NGENUITY in the future. Kingston moved forward with creating our own RGB application (e.g., FURY CTRL) to prevent loss of support should HyperX make any changes to NGENUITY.
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Kingston FURY CTRL features an arsenal of RGB effects to customize your system.
Beast/Renegade DDR5 RGB and Beast Special Edition DDR4 RGB: Rainbow, Prism, Spectrum, Slide, Wind, Static, Lightspeed, Rain, Firework, Breath, and Dynamic. With four modules installed, these additional patterns are enabled: Teleport, Flame, Voltage, Countdown, and Rhythm.
Beast/Renegade/HyperX DDR4 RGB: Bounce, Breathing, Rainbow, Comet, Blink, Solid, Heart Beat, Cycle.
FURY CTRL also features a new function not present in NGENUITY, the color customization of individual LEDs with multiple lighting effects and changing the direction of the lighting (on select patterns). FURY CTRL features a low-power mode which dims the lighting to 10% brightness, and XMP/EXPO profiles can be seen when with DDR5 modules.
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Kingston FURY CTRL features an arsenal of RGB effects to customize your system.
Beast/Renegade DDR5 RGB and Beast Special Edition DDR4 RGB: Rainbow, Prism, Spectrum, Slide, Wind, Static, Lightspeed, Rain, Firework, Breath, and Dynamic. With four modules installed, these additional patterns are enabled: Teleport, Flame, Voltage, Countdown, and Rhythm.
Beast/Renegade/HyperX DDR4 RGB: Bounce, Breathing, Rainbow, Comet, Blink, Solid, Heart Beat, Cycle.
FURY CTRL also features a new function not present in NGENUITY, the color customization of individual LEDs with multiple lighting effects and changing the direction of the lighting (on select patterns). FURY CTRL features a low-power mode which dims the lighting to 10% brightness, and XMP/EXPO profiles can be seen when with DDR5 modules.
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At this time, it’s unknown how HyperX will change NGENUITY in the future. Kingston moved forward with creating our own RGB application (e.g., FURY CTRL) to prevent loss of support should HyperX make any changes to NGENUITY.
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The Kingston FURY CTRL application, downloadable here, can customize the RGB LED lights and patterns featured on Kingston FURY/HyperX RGB memory modules.
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Only select motherboards can achieve speeds of DDR4 at 4000MT/s and above, typically limited to Dual or Quad channel configurations with only one memory bank group populated (one K2 or K4 kit) also known as one Dimm per channel (1DPC). We recommend checking the memory Qualified Vendor List (QVL) of the motherboard manufacturer to verify the extreme Predator DDR4 kit is supported, and in which configuration/sockets. You can also check the Intel XMP certified memory list here for verified systems with the Predator DDR4 kits.
Since the memory controller resides within the Intel processor, it’s critically important to use premium cooling for the CPU and the system case for improved stability. We recommend Intel X or K series processors as well. You can find a list of these models here.
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FAQ: ESD-SSD-001
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Parts sold in kits (denoted by "K2," "K3" or “K4” in the part number e.g., HX424C15FW2K4/32) are packaged for use in Dual, Triple or Quad Channel configuration. The computers that support these configurations will typically access multiple memory modules as a single location of RAM with a wider bandwidth, if the memory modules installed within the same bank are identical. Therefore, Kingston ensures that only modules with matching components are packaged into Dual, Triple and Quad Channel kits.
FAQ: KTM-020911-GEN-19
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In many cases, the BIOS or a diagnostic program will report the memory bus frequency, which is half of the frequency for DDR type memory. As its name implies, DDR (Double Data Rate) data rate is twice the memory bus frequency. So if the memory bus speed is 800MT/s and you are using DDR3-1600 memory, the RAM is running at the correct speed.
FAQ: KTM-071015-GEN-20
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Additional memory will not necessarily increase the performance of your computer. It will allow you to run more programs or processes at once or more memory intensive programs. There may be a performance increase if the original amount of memory installed was close to insufficient for the programs and processes you use the computer for.
FAQ: KTM-012711-GEN-07
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If there are timings in the BIOS we do not list in the latency timings for your FURY/HyperX memory, please leave these timings at their default setting.
FAQ: KTM-021011-HYX-06
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Many motherboards automatically set the "Command Rate" and do not allow it to be manually set by the user.
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For desktop computers, shut down and unplug your computer and open the case. Please refer to your motherboard manual for proper order sequence for installing the memory. Installing memory in the incorrect order could result in lost potential memory performance, or in some cases failure to boot.
Remove the memory module as shown in Fig 1. Push the tabs (1) outward and the module will gently pop out of it's socket (2). Remove it completely from the socket.
To Install the new memory module see in Fig 2.
Push the tabs (1)that are at the ends of the memory socket outward and align the memory notches with the key of the memory socket (2), then push the memory down FIRMLY into the socket so the latches lock the memory in place (3).
If the memory has been installed but is not detected by the computer, repeat the process of removing and then reinstalling the memory to be sure the module is firmly seated. If the memory is still not detected, please contact Technical Support to be sure you have the correct memory part for your system.
For notebook computers, please note that before you remove/install memory in notebooks you need to shut down the unit and remove the battery pack and power cord. Push the memory in FIRMLY so that it makes good contact (it is important to push the memory in FIRMLY) into the socket before pushing it down to lock in place (See figures below) . Once the memory is installed please put the battery back in your unit and give it power using the power cord and not solely from the battery. If the memory has been properly installed and still not detected and you do have the correct memory you should make sure you have the most up to date BIOS* from your computer manufacturer's website.
*BIOS - Basic Input/Output System is installed on the computer's motherboard. It controls the most basic operations and is responsible for starting your computer up and initializing the hardware. It is data that is usually held in a ROM chip, which can be updated by "flashing" the BIOS as it's called. BIOS upgrades may correct errors, support new CPUs, support new hardware, including memory etc. BIOS updates are usually obtained by the computer's manufacturer's website.
NOTE: Kingston in no way is responsible for any problems resulting from flashing the BIOS. Flashing of the BIOS is merely a trouble shooting suggestion. Customers that flash their BIOS do so at their own risk. All instructions on how to upgrade the BIOS will be provided by the computer manufacturer or the 3rd party bios manufacturer and not by Kingston.
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Timing | Timing Definition | Abbreviations | What it does |
10 | CAS Latency | CL | Delay between activation of row and reading of row. |
11 | RAS to CAS (or Row to Column Delay) | tRCD | Activates row. |
12 | Row Precharge Delay (or RAS Precharge Delay) | tRP or tRCP | Deactivates row. |
CAS latency:
CAS Latency is the ratio of the memory's column access time divided by the current system clock. The column access time turns out to be a constant value, so you can see as you in increase the system clock it becomes harder to achieve a lower CAS latency (e.g., the denominator grows, but the numerator stays the same).
RAS-to-CAS:
This is the latency between the Row Address Strobe and Column Address Strobe. Basically the delay between accessing the Row and the Column memory addresses.
Row Precharge Delay:
The number of clock cycles taken between the issuing of the precharge command and the active command.
FAQ: KTM-021011-HYX-09
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In Windows, click on the Start button, select Control Panel and open System. This will display basic information about the computer including the amount of RAM installed.
In MacOS, select "About This Mac" or "About This Computer" from the Apple menu in the upper left corner of your Desktop. This will provide information about your Mac's total memory.
In Linux, open a terminal window and enter the following command: cat /proc/meminfo
This will show the total amount of RAM as well as other memory information.
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For desktop computers, shut down and unplug your computer and open the case. Please refer to your motherboard manual for proper order sequence for installing the memory. Installing memory in the incorrect order could result in lost potential memory performance, or in some cases failure to boot.
Remove the memory module as shown in Fig 1. Push the tabs (1) outward and the module will gently pop out of it's socket (2). Remove it completely from the socket.
To Install the new memory module see in Fig 2.
Push the tabs (1)that are at the ends of the memory socket outward and align the memory notches with the key of the memory socket (2), then push the memory down FIRMLY into the socket so the latches lock the memory in place (3).
If the memory has been installed but is not detected by the computer, repeat the process of removing and then reinstalling the memory to be sure the module is firmly seated. If the memory is still not detected, please contact Technical Support to be sure you have the correct memory part for your system.
For notebook computers, please note that before you remove/install memory in notebooks you need to shut down the unit and remove the battery pack and power cord. Push the memory in FIRMLY so that it makes good contact (it is important to push the memory in FIRMLY) into the socket before pushing it down to lock in place (See figures below) . Once the memory is installed please put the battery back in your unit and give it power using the power cord and not solely from the battery. If the memory has been properly installed and still not detected and you do have the correct memory you should make sure you have the most up to date BIOS* from your computer manufacturer's website.
*BIOS - Basic Input/Output System is installed on the computer's motherboard. It controls the most basic operations and is responsible for starting your computer up and initializing the hardware. It is data that is usually held in a ROM chip, which can be updated by "flashing" the BIOS as it's called. BIOS upgrades may correct errors, support new CPUs, support new hardware, including memory etc. BIOS updates are usually obtained by the computer's manufacturer's website.
NOTE: Kingston in no way is responsible for any problems resulting from flashing the BIOS. Flashing of the BIOS is merely a trouble shooting suggestion. Customers that flash their BIOS do so at their own risk. All instructions on how to upgrade the BIOS will be provided by the computer manufacturer or the 3rd party bios manufacturer and not by Kingston.
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Timing | Timing Definition | Abbreviations | What it does |
10 | CAS Latency | CL | Delay between activation of row and reading of row. |
11 | RAS to CAS (or Row to Column Delay) | tRCD | Activates row. |
12 | Row Precharge Delay (or RAS Precharge Delay) | tRP or tRCP | Deactivates row. |
CAS latency:
CAS Latency is the ratio of the memory's column access time divided by the current system clock. The column access time turns out to be a constant value, so you can see as you in increase the system clock it becomes harder to achieve a lower CAS latency (e.g., the denominator grows, but the numerator stays the same).
RAS-to-CAS:
This is the latency between the Row Address Strobe and Column Address Strobe. Basically the delay between accessing the Row and the Column memory addresses.
Row Precharge Delay:
The number of clock cycles taken between the issuing of the precharge command and the active command.
FAQ: KTM-021011-HYX-09
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FAQ: ESD-SSD-001
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Additional memory will not necessarily increase the performance of your computer. It will allow you to run more programs or processes at once or more memory intensive programs. There may be a performance increase if the original amount of memory installed was close to insufficient for the programs and processes you use the computer for.
FAQ: KTM-012711-GEN-07
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Parts sold in kits (denoted by "K2," "K3" or “K4” in the part number e.g., HX424C15FW2K4/32) are packaged for use in Dual, Triple or Quad Channel configuration. The computers that support these configurations will typically access multiple memory modules as a single location of RAM with a wider bandwidth, if the memory modules installed within the same bank are identical. Therefore, Kingston ensures that only modules with matching components are packaged into Dual, Triple and Quad Channel kits.
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FAQ: KTF-001002-001
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In Windows, click on the Start button, select Control Panel and open System. This will display basic information about the computer including the amount of RAM installed.
In MacOS, select "About This Mac" or "About This Computer" from the Apple menu in the upper left corner of your Desktop. This will provide information about your Mac's total memory.
In Linux, open a terminal window and enter the following command: cat /proc/meminfo
This will show the total amount of RAM as well as other memory information.
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Many motherboards automatically set the "Command Rate" and do not allow it to be manually set by the user.
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If there are timings in the BIOS we do not list in the latency timings for your FURY/HyperX memory, please leave these timings at their default setting.
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Many motherboards automatically set the "Command Rate" and do not allow it to be manually set by the user.
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If there are timings in the BIOS we do not list in the latency timings for your FURY/HyperX memory, please leave these timings at their default setting.
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Timing | Timing Definition | Abbreviations | What it does |
10 | CAS Latency | CL | Delay between activation of row and reading of row. |
11 | RAS to CAS (or Row to Column Delay) | tRCD | Activates row. |
12 | Row Precharge Delay (or RAS Precharge Delay) | tRP or tRCP | Deactivates row. |
CAS latency:
CAS Latency is the ratio of the memory's column access time divided by the current system clock. The column access time turns out to be a constant value, so you can see as you in increase the system clock it becomes harder to achieve a lower CAS latency (e.g., the denominator grows, but the numerator stays the same).
RAS-to-CAS:
This is the latency between the Row Address Strobe and Column Address Strobe. Basically the delay between accessing the Row and the Column memory addresses.
Row Precharge Delay:
The number of clock cycles taken between the issuing of the precharge command and the active command.
FAQ: KTM-021011-HYX-09
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In many cases, the BIOS or a diagnostic program will report the memory bus frequency, which is half of the frequency for DDR type memory. As its name implies, DDR (Double Data Rate) data rate is twice the memory bus frequency. So if the memory bus speed is 800MT/s and you are using DDR3-1600 memory, the RAM is running at the correct speed.
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FAQ: KTM-060818-HYX-12
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Only select motherboards can achieve speeds of DDR4 at 4000MT/s and above, typically limited to Dual or Quad channel configurations with only one memory bank group populated (one K2 or K4 kit) also known as one Dimm per channel (1DPC). We recommend checking the memory Qualified Vendor List (QVL) of the motherboard manufacturer to verify the extreme Predator DDR4 kit is supported, and in which configuration/sockets. You can also check the Intel XMP certified memory list here for verified systems with the Predator DDR4 kits.
Since the memory controller resides within the Intel processor, it’s critically important to use premium cooling for the CPU and the system case for improved stability. We recommend Intel X or K series processors as well. You can find a list of these models here.
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FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-111
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The Kingston FURY CTRL application, downloadable here, can customize the RGB LED lights and patterns featured on Kingston FURY/HyperX RGB memory modules.
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At this time, it’s unknown how HyperX will change NGENUITY in the future. Kingston moved forward with creating our own RGB application (e.g., FURY CTRL) to prevent loss of support should HyperX make any changes to NGENUITY.
FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-104
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Kingston FURY CTRL features an arsenal of RGB effects to customize your system.
Beast/Renegade DDR5 RGB and Beast Special Edition DDR4 RGB: Rainbow, Prism, Spectrum, Slide, Wind, Static, Lightspeed, Rain, Firework, Breath, and Dynamic. With four modules installed, these additional patterns are enabled: Teleport, Flame, Voltage, Countdown, and Rhythm.
Beast/Renegade/HyperX DDR4 RGB: Bounce, Breathing, Rainbow, Comet, Blink, Solid, Heart Beat, Cycle.
FURY CTRL also features a new function not present in NGENUITY, the color customization of individual LEDs with multiple lighting effects and changing the direction of the lighting (on select patterns). FURY CTRL features a low-power mode which dims the lighting to 10% brightness, and XMP/EXPO profiles can be seen when with DDR5 modules.
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FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-106
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FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-111
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The Kingston FURY CTRL application, downloadable here, can customize the RGB LED lights and patterns featured on Kingston FURY/HyperX RGB memory modules.
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At this time, it’s unknown how HyperX will change NGENUITY in the future. Kingston moved forward with creating our own RGB application (e.g., FURY CTRL) to prevent loss of support should HyperX make any changes to NGENUITY.
FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-104
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Kingston FURY CTRL features an arsenal of RGB effects to customize your system.
Beast/Renegade DDR5 RGB and Beast Special Edition DDR4 RGB: Rainbow, Prism, Spectrum, Slide, Wind, Static, Lightspeed, Rain, Firework, Breath, and Dynamic. With four modules installed, these additional patterns are enabled: Teleport, Flame, Voltage, Countdown, and Rhythm.
Beast/Renegade/HyperX DDR4 RGB: Bounce, Breathing, Rainbow, Comet, Blink, Solid, Heart Beat, Cycle.
FURY CTRL also features a new function not present in NGENUITY, the color customization of individual LEDs with multiple lighting effects and changing the direction of the lighting (on select patterns). FURY CTRL features a low-power mode which dims the lighting to 10% brightness, and XMP/EXPO profiles can be seen when with DDR5 modules.
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FAQ: KT-001001-CTRL-106
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No, Kingston FURY CTRL can be downloaded here from the Kingston website.
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