The identification method is as follows:

1. Check the memory label: The genuine Kingston memory label is printed clearly and regularly, while the fake ones are obviously rough and light, and the fonts appear relatively thin. In addition, the formatting rules of genuine and fake Kingston memory labels are also very different, so please observe carefully.

2. Check the memory particles: It can be clearly seen from the Kingston memory particles in the picture that the genuine Kingston memory particles are clearly printed, while the fake memory particles are very dim, in sharp contrast to the genuine ones.

For a memory, the PCB circuit board only accounts for about ten percent of the cost of the memory, while the memory particles are the key factor in determining the price of the memory. Therefore, usually the PCBs of fake products are basically manufactured by regular OEMs, while the particles are made of “white flakes” in the jargon, which is what we call defective products. They are cheap but have poor stability and compatibility.

3. Check the registered trademark logo: the genuine Kingston's registered trademark "R" is clearly printed with a circle composed of the English letters "KINGSTON", while the fake one is obviously just a round frame that has been copied at random. .

One more thing, carefully observe the watermark inside the label. There are obvious traces at the connection between the fake memory watermark and the KINGSTON font, proving that it was post-printed, which will not appear in genuine Kingston memory.

4. Gold finger identification: The following is the gold finger of genuine Kingston memory. The gold fingers of genuine Kingston memory are pure in color, and the gold finger connections in the purple square are gold-plated; the gold fingers of counterfeit Kingston memory are slightly dull, and the gold finger connections in the red square are copper sheets of the PCB board and are not Gold plated.

5. Identification of fonts on the PCB board: The left is genuine Kingston memory. Genuine Kingston memory has uniform fonts with no obvious size difference, and has relevant certification symbols. The counterfeit Kingston memory has different fonts and no relevant certification symbols.

6. K-letter label: This is a macro shot using a SLR camera, and the flash is turned on to shoot the authentic and fake labels. The laser pattern of the authentic label can see dense silver powder particles, and the K-letter is not obvious. The background is blue. The letter "K" on the counterfeit label is very obvious, and the density of the silver powder particles is low.

7. Flip the angle to view anti-counterfeiting: The laser anti-counterfeiting label of genuine Kingston memory can show two patterns by changing the angle. The first pattern has a silver powder effect on the upper half, and a half-tone pattern on the lower half. K stain; the second pattern has a silver powder effect on the lower edge and a half K shape on the upper edge. The counterfeit label has only one pattern, which is a very obvious K word.

8. Query the serial number: Verify the memory product by editing the text message "M product SN serial number" and send it to 0212 333 0345

According to Kingston's official statement, I entered "M36785241571636" to send Go to "02123330345" to check the authenticity of the memory!

Extended information:

Kingston brand introduction

In 1987, Kingston entered the market with a single product. In response to the severe shortage of surface-mounted memory chips, Kingston founders Du Jichuan and David Sun designed memory modules while re-establishing industry standards for the next few years.

Kingston Technology combines one of the most extensive and rigorous testing processes in the memory industry, a unique free technical support center and a steady stream of technological innovation to continuously set industry quality and reliability standards since its inception.

Kingston’s international service network spans six continents and includes dealers, resellers, retailers and OEM customers. At the same time, the company also provides foundry and supply chain management services to semiconductor manufacturers and system OEMs.

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