Processor special features
| Intel Flex Memory Access |
Y |
| Execute Disable Bit |
Y |
| Idle States |
Y |
| Thermal Monitoring Technologies |
Y |
| Intel Trusted Execution Technology |
Y |
| Processor code |
SR00B |
| Intel 64 |
Y |
| Intel Clear Video Technology |
N |
| Intel Dual Display Capable Technology |
Y |
| CPU configuration (max) |
1 |
| Embedded options available |
Y |
| Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) |
Y |
| Intel® Anti-Theft Technology (Intel® AT) |
N |
| Intel Hyper-Threading Technology |
Y |
| Intel vPro Technology |
Y |
| Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT) |
Y |
| Intel FDI Technology |
Y |
| Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology |
Y |
| Intel Identity Protection Technology version |
1.00 |
| Intel Demand Based Switching |
N |
| Intel® Wireless Display (Intel® WiDi) |
N |
| Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) |
Y |
| Supported instruction sets |
AVX |
| Intel Rapid Storage Technology |
N |
| Intel Fast Memory Access |
Y |
| Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) |
Y |
| Processor package size |
37.5 mm |
| Processor ARK ID |
52213 |
| Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology |
Y |
| Intel® Insider™ |
Y |
| Intel® Turbo Boost Technology |
2.0 |
| Intel Enhanced Halt State |
Y |
| Intel® My WiFi Technology (Intel® MWT) |
N |
| Intel Clear Video Technology for MID |
N |
Processor
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) |
95 W |
| FSB Parity |
N |
| CPU multiplier (bus/core ratio) |
34 |
| Processor operating modes |
64-bit |
| Stepping |
D2 |
| Tcase |
72.6 °C |
| ECC supported by processor |
N |
| Memory types supported by processor |
DDR3-SDRAM |
| Bus type |
DMI |
| Memory bandwidth supported by processor (max) |
21 GB/s |
| Maximum internal memory supported by processor |
32 GB |
| Processor cache type |
Smart Cache |
| PCI Express slots version |
2.0 |
| Number of processors installed |
1 |
| Processor boost frequency |
3.8 GHz |
| Processor cache |
8 MB |
| Processor lithography |
32 nm |
| Maximum number of PCI Express lanes |
16 |
| Processor codename |
Sandy Bridge |
| Memory clock speeds supported by processor |
1066, 1333 MHz |
| Memory channels supported by processor |
Dual |
| Conflict Free processor |
N |
| Processor cores |
4 |
| Processor frequency |
3.4 GHz |
Software
| Operating system architecture |
64-bit |
Expansion slots
| PCI Express x1 slots |
2 |
| PCI Express x16 slots |
2 |
Networking
| Ethernet LAN data rates |
10, 100, 1000 Mbit/s |
| Cabling technology |
10/100/1000Base-T(X) |
| Wake-on-LAN ready |
Y |
Other features
| Processor manufacturer |
Intel |
| Platform |
PC |
| Compliance industry standards |
IEEE 802.3, IEEE 802.3u, IEEE 802.3ab |
| Networking features |
Gigabit Ethernet |
| Graphics adapter family |
NVIDIA, Intel |
Graphics
| Discrete graphics memory type |
GDDR5 |
| Discrete graphics adapter model |
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 590 |
| On-board graphics adapter base frequency |
850 MHz |
| On-board graphics adapter dynamic frequency (max) |
1350 MHz |
| Number of displays supported (on-board graphics) |
2 |
| On-board graphics adapter family |
Intel HD Graphics |
| On-board graphics adapter |
Y |
| On-board graphics adapter ID |
0x102 |
Storage
| Hard drive speed |
7200 RPM |
| Hard drive interface |
Serial ATA II |
| Total storage capacity |
2000 GB |
Memory
| Memory slots |
4x DIMM |
| Maximum internal memory |
16 GB |
| Internal memory type |
DDR3-SDRAM |
| Memory clock speed |
1333 MHz |
| Internal memory |
8 GB |
Optical drive
| Optical drive type |
DVD-RW |
Ports & interfaces
| Line-in |
Y |
| Firewire (IEEE 1394) ports |
1 |
| S/PDIF out port |
Y |
| Microphone in |
Y |
| eSATA ports quantity |
1 |
| USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity |
2 |
| DC-in jack |
Y |
Additionally
| Chipset |
Intel P67 |
| Ethernet LAN connection |
Y |
| System bus data transfer rate |
5 GT/s |
| Intel AES New Instructions |
Y |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
1 |
| InTru™ 3D Technology |
Y |
Alienware Aurora R3, Intel Core i7-2600 (3.4 GHz), 8GB DDR3, 2TB HDD, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 590, DVD±RW, 8x USB 2.0, Gigabit Ethernet, Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit, 20.41Kg, Black
Bring your games to life
Experience superior gaming performance with the ultrapowerful Alienware™ Aurora.
Factory overclocked2 processors with next generation TurboBoost 2.0
Increase your performance (and your bragging rights) with the optional Intel® Core™ i7 2600K processor, unlocked and overclocked2 to 4.1GHz.
High-performance, liquid-cooled CPU
Alienware’s high-performance CPU liquid cooling delivers up to three metric tons of liquid per minute for every square meter of CPU die!
Dominate with dual-graphics options
Run this space-saving desktop with the latest dual-graphics technologies and your enemies won't know what hit them. AMD CrossFireX™ and NVIDIA® SLI™ graphics options deliver high-frame rates at HD resolutions while maxing out game settings.
Ultraperformance and memory options
With options up to 16GB of memory, advanced content creation is a breeze. Or select up to 8GB of 1866MHz memory3 for lightning-fast data transfer and intense multitasking.
Optional hard drives featuring Serial ATA (SATA) 6Gb/s performance
The most upgradable microATX Alienware desktop ever!
Alienware Aurora desktops keep you in the game with key chassis features.
Intelligent component layout and cable management system
The layout of the motherboard, power supply, hard drives and optical drives, along with the placement of the system fans, encourage easy user upgrades and optimized airflow for high performance.
Easy upgrades — Look inside the Alienware Aurora and you'll see why it's easy to make this desktop your own. You can access many of the core components without any tools for fast upgrades and hassle-free service. (Or you can just show them off.)
Front panel access — Simply press down on the first louver to connect USB and front audio cables without needing to reach to the back of the chassis. The ports are articulated to reduce front-door snag when cables are connected, so you can avoid unwanted tangling and costly mishaps.
Rear entry — Use the chassis's last louver, toward the rear of the system, as the handle for opening the case for upgrades and service. The rear of the chassis also includes lighting for added convenience when adding or removing cables.
Immersive gaming
State-of-the-art graphics and optional 3D technology combine to create an immersive experience that puts you in the game.
These high-performance graphics options are intended for hardcore HD gaming experiences exceeding 1080p resolution on a single display and in 3D.
Lock and load an optional dual-card configuration and your visual experience can be tripled with up to three HD displays, increasing your field of view and putting you "in the middle of" the virtual world.
Features 7.1 THX-certified sound that enables you to feel fully immersed in the battle. Sound is so realistic you might hear the enemy before you see them.
Your command center
Alienware Command Center™ provides intuitive, user-friendly access to exclusive applications, including AlienFX™ lighting effects, Alienware thermal controls and AlienFusion power management. Updates and new releases download directly into Command Center, creating an evolving tool for personalizing your system.
AlienFX™ Lighting — Choose from an array of 20 colors — up to an amazing 160,000 accent lighting color combinations — to customize the effects across four distinct zones.
