Inside the retail box are 2 plastic packages; the first contains a single 1GB module, the other containing 2.

Unlike some module packaging I've seen, opening OCZ's plastic packaging doesn't require a saw, hammer and a small amount of explosives. OCZ's packages snap apart for easy access and removal of the modules.

Pretty? Yes they are... Although the heatspreaders don't actually contain platinum, they are quite shinny and appealing to the eye. Typically, men like shiny stuff so OCZ is definitely on to something here. I really like OCZ's "Z3" logo stamped into the heatspreaders. Nice touch...

Notice OCZ's use of a holographic label to help prevent piracy. Unfortunately there is a lot of this going around these days with everything from processors to software.

1.5 or 1.65 volts?

I would like to point out the "1.65v" on the label as well as in the specs. As I just covered in on the previous page, Intel recommends that the Intel Core i7 process should be used with DDR3 memory at 1.5 volts, not to exceed 1.65 volts. OCZ's Triple Channel Platinum series is right at the limits of Intel's recommended voltage.