Computer model
| Computer model | Alienware Aurora R5 |
Dimensions and weight
| Height | 472.5 mm (18.60 in) |
| Width | 212 mm (8.34 in) |
| Depth | 360.50 mm (14.19 in) |
| Weight | 14.62 kg (32.23 lb) NOTE:The weight of your
computer varies depending on the configuration ordered and the manufacturing
variability. |
System information
| Processor |
NOTE:If your
computer is shipped with an Intel Core i5k or Intel Core i7k processor,
you can overclock the processing speed beyond the standard specifications. |
| Chipset | Intel Z170 chipset |
Operating system
| Operating system supported | Windows 10 Home 64-bit Windows 10 Pro 64-bit |
Memory
| Slots | Four DIMM sockets | |
| Type | DDR4 | |
| Speed |
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| Configurations supported | ||
| Per slot | 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB | |
| Total memory | 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB, and 64 GB (2400 MHz only) | |
Intel Optane memory
Intel Optane memory functions as a storage accelerator. It accelerates the system and any type of SATA-based storage media such as hard drives and solid-state drives (SSDs).
- 7th generation Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processor or higher
- Windows 10 64-bit version or higher (Anniversary Update)
- Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.5.xxxx or higher
| Interface | PCIe NVMe 3.0 x2 |
| Connector | M.2 |
| Configurations supported | 16 GB and 32 GB |
Ports and connectors
| Back panel: | |
|---|---|
| Network | One RJ45 port |
| USB |
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| Audio |
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| Video | One DisplayPort - optional NOTE:The DisplayPort on
the back panel of your computer is covered. Connect the display to
the discrete graphics card of your computer. |
| Front panel: | |
|---|---|
| USB |
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| Audio |
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| Internal: | |
|---|---|
| M.2 card |
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| PCIe slots |
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Communications
| Ethernet | 10/100/1000 Mbps Killer E2400 Ethernet controller integrated on system board |
| Wireless |
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Wireless module
| Type | QCA9377 (DW1810) | QCA61x4A (DW1820) | Rivet 1535 (Killer) |
| Transfer rate | 433 Mbps | Up to 867 Mbps | Up to 867 Mbps (1.867 Gbps with Doubleshot Pro technology) |
| Frequency bands supported | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz |
| Encryption |
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Video
| Integrated: | |
|---|---|
| Controller | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| Memory | Shared system memory |
| Discrete: | |
| Type | Up to two PCI-Express X16, single-width/double-width,
full length (maximum 10.5 inches) NOTE:The graphics configuration
of your desktop varies depending on the graphics card configuration
ordered. |
| Controller |
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| Memory | Up to 6 GB |
Audio
| Controller | Realtek ALC3861 |
| Type | Integrated 7.1 channel audio with S/PDIF support |
Storage
- One M.2 2280 solid-state drive, one 3.5-inch hard drive, and two 2.5-inch hard drives
- One 3.5-inch hard drive and two 2.5-inch hard drives
For computers:
- with an M.2 drive, the M.2 drive is the primary drive.
- without both U.2 drive and M.2 drive, the 3.5-inch drive is the primary drive.
| Type | Interface | Capacity |
| One M.2 2280 solid-state drive | SATA AHCI 6 Gbps | Up to 2 TB |
| One 3.5-inch hard drive | SATA AHCI 6 Gbps | Up to 2 TB |
| Two 2.5-inch hard drives | SATA AHCI 6 Gbps | Up to 2 TB |
| One 9.5 mm slim drive for DVD+/-RW drive or Blue-ray Disc. | SATA 1.5 Gbps | Not applicable |
Power ratings
| Input voltage | 100 VAC–240 VAC | |
| Input frequency | 50 Hz–60 Hz | |
| Temperature range | ||
| Operating | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) | |
| Storage | –40°C to 70°C (–40°F to 158°F) | |
| Type | 460 W | 850 W |
| Input current (maximum): | 8 A | 10 A |
| Output current: | 3.3V/17A, 5V/25A, 12VA/18A, 12VB/16A, 12VC/8A, 5Vaux/3A | 3.3V/20A, 5V/20A, 12VA/32A, 12VB/48A, 12VD/16A, -12V/0.5A, 5Vaux/4A |
| Rated output voltage: | 3.3V, 5V, 12VA, 12VB, 12VC, 5Vaux | 3.3V, 5V, 12VA, 12VB, 12VD, -12V, 5Vaux |
Computer environment
Airborne contaminant level: G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Operating | Storage | |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range | 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F) | –40°C to 65°C (–40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) | 10% to 90% (non-condensing) | 0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
| Vibration (maximum) | 0.26 GRMS | 1.37 GRMS |
| Shock (maximum)* | 40 G for 2 ms with a change in velocity of 20 in/s (51 cm/s)† | 105 G for 2 ms with a change in velocity of 52.5 in/s (133 cm/s)‡ |
| Altitude (maximum) | –15.20 m to 3048 m (–50 ft to 10,000 ft) | –15.20 m to 10,668 m (–50 ft to 35,000 ft) |
* Measured using a random vibration spectrum that simulates user environment.
† Measured using a 2 ms half-sine pulse when the hard drive is in use.




























