Crucial part number CT430686 identifies the CT430686 - Crucial 512MB DDR-333 MHz PC2700 non-ECC Unbuffered CL2.5 184-Pin DIMM Memory Module upgrade for Tyan S3098 Tomcat i845GV, an enterprise-grade Desktop Memory unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include capacity of 512 MB, number of sticks of 1, frequency of 333 MHz, connector of 184-pin, memory class of ECC, Unbuffered. Typical workloads include VMware vSphere VM host memory, Kubernetes worker-node memory pool, in-memory database (Redis, Memcached, SAP HANA), and SAS / Splunk analytic workloads requiring large RAM footprint. Pro Disk Network sources the CT430686 through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The CT430686 is a Crucial desktop memory component with capacity 512 MB, number of sticks 1, frequency 333 MHz. Pro Disk Network sells the CT430686 for $92.45 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: What servers is the CT430686 compatible with?
The CT430686 is a Crucial desktop memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the CT430686 ship?
CT430686 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
The CT430686 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
In-Memory Database — SAP HANA, Redis Enterprise, Apache Ignite, Aerospike — workloads that scale linearly with DRAM capacity.
Hyper-V Cluster Node — Windows Server 2019/2022 Hyper-V hosts with Storage Spaces Direct. Dynamic memory allocation makes higher-density DIMMs cost-effective.
AI / ML Training — PyTorch and TensorFlow workloads benefit from large host memory pools for dataset preprocessing and CPU-side feature engineering.
Tanzu / Kubernetes Workers — Worker node memory expansion for high-density container deployments. Plan for 8–16 GB per moderate Pod baseline.
What is the CT430686?
The CT430686 is a Crucial server memory module with capacity 512 MB and number of sticks 1, manufactured by Crucial. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of CT430686
Pros
Lower cost than buying through the OEM channel
Same-day US shipping cuts deployment lead time
Cons
Refurbished tier may show minor cosmetic markings
Not optimised for overclocked workstation builds
Frequently Asked Questions about CT430686
Is the CT430686 a genuine Crucial part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every CT430686 as factory-original Crucial inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Crucial servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
What servers is the CT430686 compatible with?
The CT430686 is a Crucial desktop memory module. Confirm DIMM rank, voltage, and speed against the target server's supported memory list before deployment - mixed configurations may downclock to the slowest installed module. For server-specific population diagrams, email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your server serial number.
How fast does the CT430686 ship?
CT430686 orders placed before 3 pm ET ship the same business day from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the CT430686?
New CT430686 units carry the full Crucial manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the CT430686?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Compatibility: Rank, Density, and Channel Population Rules
Quad-rank modules behave differently from dual-rank: most modern Xeon platforms support 1-2 DPC (DIMMs per channel) at full speed with single- and dual-rank modules but downclock with quad-rank above 1 DPC. RDIMM and LRDIMM are not interchangeable in the same channel. ECC and non-ECC cannot be mixed. Server motherboards expect server DIMMs — the CT430686 is a server module and will not work in consumer desktop boards.
Pricing Strategy: New, Bulk, or Refurbished
If you are buying 16 or more modules at once, request a matched-lot quote: sequential manufacturing dates and serial numbers, which reduces variance in observed memory speeds across the channel. Pro Disk Network ships matched-lot orders for free on volumes of 16+.