Persistent memory, a new addition to the memory hierarchy, allows greater flexibility in data management by providing non-volatile, low latency memory closer to the processor.

Micron's NVDIMM technology is a non-volatile solution that combines NAND flash reliability, DRAM performance and an optional power source into a single memory subsystem, delivering a powerful solution that ensures data stored in memory is protected against power loss.

By placing non-volatile memory on the DRAM bus, this new architecture allows customers to store data close to the processor and significantly optimize data movement by delivering faster access to variables stored in DRAM.

"Micron is delivering on the promise of persistent memory with a solution that gives system architects a new approach for designing systems with better performance, reduced energy usage and improved total cost of ownership," said Tom Eby, vice president for Micron's compute and networking business unit.

"With NVDIMM, we have a powerful solution that is available today. We're also leading the way on future persistent memory development by spearheading R&D efforts on promising new technologies such as 3D XPoint memory, which will be available in 2016 and beyond."