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To: Estephen who wrote (63)	12/1/1999 8:56:00 AM
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Samsung and two other top memory manufacturers of RDRAM order new RDRAM testers from Schlumberger..... Date: 12/01 08:34 EST Schlumberger Achieves Market Leadership in Testing Next Generation RDRAM Devices; Three of the Four Top Memory Manufacturers Place Orders for RDX Systems CHIBA, Japan, Dec 1, 1999 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- SEMICON Japan. Schlumberger (NYSE:SLB) reported today at SEMICON Japan that it has achieved market leadership in providing complete RDRAM(R)device test solutions with orders for its RDX(TM) systems from three out of the top four memory manufacturers, including previously announced NEC and Samsung. As the ramp begins for volume RDRAM device production, the Schlumberger RDX series has demonstrated that it is the only tester series that combines the high performance standards for speed and accuracy required for testing next generation memory devices with the highest throughput and utilization. Together, these powerful RDX qualities have provided maximum test productivity and lowest cost of test. The move to high speed memories presents major challenges to the semiconductor manufacturers and test equipment suppliers alike. The high performance ICs place unprecedented demands on technology, including extremely high edge placement accuracy and tester speed throughout the entire test process. Schlumberger, well-known for the accuracy, speed and high throughput of its logic testers and VLSI test market leader, was first to offer a complete, high performance test solution for RDRAM devices that meets the critical cost-of-test demands. The Schlumberger RDX series maximizes productivity by powerfully combining several key technological advancements in hardware that require infrequent calibration delivering the accuracy, fastest test times, and highest utilization available. "It is clear to us that the majority of RDRAM devices in the initial production ramp will be tested on Schlumberger testers," stated Jackie Tubis, president of Schlumberger Automated Test Equipment. "The ongoing development of the RDRAM market is driving the next generation of Schlumberger RDX systems which will continue to lead the field in technological innovation and productivity. We are right on target for the introduction of the RDX2400 series early next year. Currently we are completing rigorous final-phase testing of the systems which, in keeping with Schlumberger tradition, will be formally launched when they are customer-ready to demonstrate the full suite of RDRAM production demands." The market-leading Schlumberger RDX series, introduced in March 1999, includes: *T -- RDX2200(dv) - a turnkey RDRAM debug and verification system that is the only fully integrated e-beam and tester solution available, enabling direct probe of internal RDRAM nodes at speed. -- RDX2200(cs) - high performance characterization system that allows RDRAM to be tested at the absolute widest operating range available. -- RDX2200(tc) - an advanced test and thermal characterization cell designed for RDRAM product development that features the industry's fastest temperature change: -35(degree)C to +125(degree)C setpoint range. -- RDX2200 - a single-pass at-speed RDRAM production test system which features +/-50 pico second edge placement accuracy,1Gb/s data rates, and x8 parallel test. -- RDX2200rs - a single-pass at-speed RIMM production system provides highest throughput with 1Gb/s data rate and +/-50ps accuracy Schlumberger leads the industry in providing complete test systems and support for RDRAM device testing. Complementing the extensive engineering resources of the Schlumberger ATE products group, Schlumberger Advanced Business Engineering Systems (SABER)(SM) also provides an added advantage to RDRAM manufacturers with its move to offer comprehensive memory test services. Designed to assist memory manufacturers as they successfully transition to RDRAM technology, and achieve the fastest possible time-to-volume while increasing profitability, SABER RDRAM services include design validation, device characterization and productivity improvements in production.The SABER Technology Center in Fuchinobe, Japan is focused on RDRAM device testing development. SABER experts there apply their expertise and in-house RDX test systems to aid customers in ramping production of the new generation memories. Rambus(R) memory test systems and supporting services are featured in the Schlumberger exhibit at SEMICON Japan. More information on Schlumberger test solutions is available at booth11-B502. About Schlumberger Schlumberger provides the world's most comprehensive systems and services for testing semiconductor devices. It also offers measurement systems for front-end applications, as well as equipment to test complete electronic assemblies and systems for the telecommunications industry. Additional information is available at slb.com. Schlumberger Test & Transactions provides smart card-based solutions; semiconductor test, metrology and handling systems and services; and corporate IP and network solutions to customers throughout the world. It is a business unit of Schlumberger Limited, an $11.8 billion global technology services company. RDX, RDX2200 and SABER are marks of Schlumberger. RDRAM and Rambus are registered trademarks of Rambus, Inc. Copyright (C) 1999 Business Wire. All rights reserved. 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