High-Density Performance Memory Modules Take Advantage of
   Micron's Latest 4Gb DRAM Innovations in Support of the Latest
                             Platforms

Key Messages:


  --  New 8GB modules now available across the Crucial(R) Ballistix(R) Sport,
      Tactical, and Elite memory series.
  --  Provides advanced users, gamers, and overclockers with the maximum
      memory density per module by taking advantage of Micron Technology's
      latest 4Gb DRAM innovations.
  --  New Ballistix modules can be installed in configurations up to 64GB in
      some systems, including the new Intel(R) X79 platforms.




Multimedia Elements:


  --  Crucial Image Gallery
  --  Ballistix Sport Product Flyer
  --  Ballistix Tactical Product Flyer
  --  Ballistix Elite Product Flyer
  --  Ballistix MOD Utility




BOISE, Idaho, and GLASGOW, United Kingdom, Jan. 9, 2012 (GLOBE
NEWSWIRE) -- Crucial, a leading global brand of memory and storage
upgrades, today announced the immediate availability of 8GB DDR3 memory
modules across the Crucial Ballistix Sport, Tactical, and Elite series.
By taking advantage of Micron's 4Gb DRAM technology, the new 8GB
modules provide users with the maximum capacity, performance, and
density needed to run data-and graphic-intensive applications smoothly
and efficiently.

Available in low-latency DDR3-1600MHz and DDR3-1866MHz modules, Crucial
8GB Ballistix modules can be installed in configurations up to 64GB in
some systems, including the new Intel X79 platforms. Additionally, the
complete line of Ballistix memory features a new logo treatment and
updated heat spreader designs.

Ballistix Sport

The new Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB DDR3-1600MHz memory module is
designed to provide mainstream users and general PC enthusiasts with an
affordable, reliable, no-hassle gaming experience. The Crucial
Ballistix Sport series offers timing and voltages for maximum memory
stability and system compatibility.

Ballistix Tactical

Well-suited for gamers, power users, and performance enthusiasts, the
new Crucial Ballistix Tactical 8GB DDR3-1600MHz memory has lower
latencies and features the Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) which
enables easy setup. The Crucial Ballistix Tactical series provides high
speeds and features a black PCB and enhanced heat spreader design for
improved thermal performance.

Ballistix Elite

Designed for extreme overclockers and advanced users, the new Crucial
Ballistix Elite 8GB DDR3-1866MHz memory utilizes Intel XMP, and
features a thermally efficient extruded aluminum heat spreader design,
black PCBs, and integrated thermal sensors for real-time monitoring of
temperature utilizing the Ballistix Memory Overview Display (M.O.D.)
utility.

"The new Crucial Ballistix 8GB modules enable users to take advantage
of award-winning Micron(R) innovations to maximize the installed memory
for optimal performance on today's most advanced systems," said Jeremy
Mortenson, senior product manager, Crucial. "Featuring stylish new
designs and an updated logo, Crucial now provides its customers
eye-catching and reliable memory solutions for performance enthusiasts
at every interest level."

Crucial Ballistix memory is backed by a limited lifetime warranty and
is rigorously tested to meet or exceed the high-quality performance
specifications customers have come to expect from Crucial. Crucial
Ballistix Sport, Tactical, and Elite memory modules are available now
through select global channel partners, or directly at www.crucial.com.

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About Crucial

Crucial is a leading global brand of Micron Technology, Inc. one of the
largest semiconductor manufacturers worldwide. Crucial branded products
include industry-leading solid-state drives (SSD) and DRAM memory
upgrades for desktops, laptops, servers, workstations, and other
systems. Crucial products are available worldwide at leading retail and
e-tail stores, commercial resellers, and system integrators who can be
found at www.crucialproducts.com. For more information or support,
visit www.crucial.com

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About Micron

Micron Technology, Inc. is one of the world's leading providers of
advanced semiconductor solutions. Through its worldwide operations,
Micron manufactures and markets a full range of DRAM, NAND and NOR
flash memory, as well as other innovative memory technologies,
packaging solutions and semiconductor systems for use in leading-edge
computing, consumer, networking, embedded and mobile products. Micron's
common stock is traded on the NASDAQ under the MU symbol. To learn more
about Micron Technology, Inc., visit www.micron.com.

(C)2012 Micron Technology, Inc. All rights reserved. Information is
subject to change without notice. Crucial, the Crucial logo, and
Ballistix are trademarks of Micron Technology, Inc. All other brand or
product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.


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