Set up your computer
- Connect the keyboard and mouse.
[Diagram: USB connectors being plugged into the rear of the computer.]
- Connect to your network using a cable, or connect to a wireless network.
[Diagram: Ethernet cable being plugged into the rear of the computer.]
- Connect the display.
[Diagram: Display cable being plugged into the rear of the computer, specifically into a graphics card port.]
? NOTE: The DisplayPort on the back panel of your computer is covered. Connect the display to the discrete graphics card of your computer.
? NOTE: If you have two graphics cards, the card installed in PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1) is the primary graphics card.
- Connect the power cable.
[Diagram: Power cable being plugged into the rear of the computer.]
- Press the power button.
[Diagram: Hand pressing the illuminated power button on the front of the computer.]
Views of Alienware Aurora R12
Front Panel
[Diagram: Front view of the Alienware Aurora R12 computer, highlighting numbered ports.]
- Power button (Alienhead): Press to turn on the computer if it is turned off, in sleep state, or in hibernate state. Press to put the computer in sleep state if it is turned on. When the computer is turned on, press the power button to put the computer into sleep state; press and hold the power button for 4 seconds to force shut-down the computer.
? NOTE: You can customize the power-button behavior in Windows. For more information, see Me and My Dell at www.dell.com/support/manuals.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (2): Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare: Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. PowerShare enables you to charge connected USB devices.
? NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is turned off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn on the computer to charge the device.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port with PowerShare: Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps. PowerShare enables you to charge connected USB devices.
? NOTE: Certain USB devices may not charge when the computer is turned off or in sleep state. In such cases, turn on the computer to charge the device.
- Headphone port: Connect a headphone or speakers.
- Microphone port: Connect an external microphone to provide sound input.
Back Panel
[Diagram: Back view of the Alienware Aurora R12 computer, highlighting numbered ports.]
- Back panel (general area): Connect USB, audio, video, and other devices.
- PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1): Connect a PCI-Express card such as graphics, audio, or network card to enhance the capabilities of your computer. For optimal graphics performance, use a PCI-Express X16 slot for connecting the graphics card.
? NOTE: The PCI-Express X16 slot works at X8 lanes only.
? NOTE: If you have two graphics cards, the card installed in PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1) is the primary graphics card.
- PCI-Express X4 slots (2): Connect a PCI-Express card such as graphics, audio, or network card to enhance the capabilities of your computer.
? NOTE: The PCI-Express X4 slot 3 works at X2 lanes only.
- PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 2): Connect a PCI-Express card such as graphics, audio, or network card to enhance the capabilities of your computer. For optimal graphics performance, use a PCI-Express X16 slot for connecting the graphics card.
? NOTE: The PCI-Express X16 slot works at X8 lanes only.
- Power-supply cage release-latches (2): Allows you to remove the power supply unit from your computer.
- Power-supply diagnostics button: Press to check the power-supply state.
- Power-supply diagnostics light: Indicates the power-supply state.
- Power port: Connect a power cable to provide power to your computer.
- Service Tag label: The Service Tag is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer and access warranty information.
- Side panel release latch: Allows you to remove the side panel from your computer.
- Security-cable slot (for Kensington locks): Connect a security cable to prevent unauthorized movement of your computer.
Back Panel Ports
[Diagram: Detailed view of the back panel ports of the Alienware Aurora R12 computer.]
- Coaxial S/PDIF port: Connect an amplifier, speakers, or a TV for digital audio output through a coaxial cable.
- Optical S/PDIF port: Connect an amplifier, speakers, or a TV for digital audio output through an optical cable.
- USB 2.0 ports (6): Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-C) port: Connect peripherals, such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps.
? NOTE: This port does not support video/audio streaming or power delivery.
- USB 3.2 Gen 2 port: Connect peripherals, such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps.
- Side L/R surround port: Connect audio-output devices such as speakers and amplifiers. In a 7.1 speaker channel setup, connect the side-left and side-right speakers.
- Microphone port: Connect an external microphone to provide sound input.
- Front L/R surround line-out port: Connect audio-output devices such as speakers and amplifiers. In a 2.1 speaker channel setup, connect the left and right speakers. In a 5.1 or a 7.1 speaker channel setup, connect the front-left and front-right speakers.
- Line-in port: Connect recording or playback devices such as a microphone or CD player.
- Center/subwoofer LFE surround port: Connect the center speaker or the subwoofer.
? NOTE: For more information about the speaker setup, refer the documentation that shipped with the speakers.
- Rear L/R surround port: Connect audio-output devices such as speakers and amplifiers. In a 5.1 or a 7.1 speaker channel setup, connect the rear-left and rear-right speakers.
- USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (3): Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
- Network port (with lights): Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access. The two lights next to the connector indicate the connectivity status and network activity.
Specifications of Alienware Aurora R12
Dimensions and Weight
The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Height: | |
| Front height | 441.80 mm (17.39 in.) |
| Rear height | 481.60 mm (18.96 in.) |
| Width | 222.80 mm (8.77 in.) |
| Depth | 431.90 mm (17 in.) |
| Weight (maximum) | 17.80 kg (39.24 lb) |
? NOTE: The weight of your computer depends on the configuration ordered and manufacturing variability.
Processors
The following table lists the details of the processors supported by your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Processors | Wattage | Core count | Thread count | Speed | Cache |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11400 | 65 W | 6 | 12 | 2.60 GHz/4.40 GHz | 12 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11600K | 65 W | 6 | 12 | 3.90 GHz/4.90 GHz | 12 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11700 | 65 W | 8 | 12 | 2.50 GHz/4.90 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11700K | 65 W | 8 | 12 | 3.60 GHz/5 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i9-11900 | 125 W | 8 | 12 | 2.50 GHz/5.20 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11900K | 125 W | 8 | 12 | 3.50 GHz/5.30 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11400F | 65 W | 6 | 16 | 2.60 GHz/4.40 GHz | 12 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i5-11600KF | 125 W | 6 | 16 | 3.90 GHz/4.90 GHz | 12 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11700F | 65 W | 8 | 16 | 2.50 GHz/4.90 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i7-11700KF | 125 W | 8 | 16 | 3.60 GHz/5 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i9-11900F | 65 W | 8 | 16 | 2.50 GHz/5.20 GHz | 16 MB |
| 11th Generation Intel Core i9-11900KF | 125 W | 8 | 16 | 3.50 GHz/5.30 GHz | 16 MB |
Chipset
The following table lists the details of the chipset supported by your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Intel Z490 |
| Processor | 11th Generation Intel Core i5/i7/i9 |
| DRAM bus width | 128 bit |
| Flash EPROM | 256 Mb |
| PCIe bus | PCIe Gen4 |
Operating System
Your Alienware Aurora R12 supports the following operating systems:
- Windows 10 Home (64-bit)
- Windows 10 Professional (64-bit)
Memory
The following table lists the memory specifications of your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | Four UDIMM |
| Memory type | DDR4 |
| Memory speed | 3200 MHz up to 3400 MHz (XMP memory) |
| Maximum memory configuration | 128 GB |
| Minimum memory configuration | 8 GB |
| Memory size per slot | 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB |
| Memory configurations supported |
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Ports and Connectors
The following table lists the external and internal ports available on your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| External: | |
| Network | One RJ-45 port |
| USB |
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| Audio |
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| Video | Supported through discrete GPU |
| Media-card reader | Not supported |
| Power port | 110 V/220 V |
| Security | Kensington lock slot |
| Internal: | |
| PCIe expansion card slots |
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| mSATA | Not supported |
| SATA | Four |
| M.2 |
? NOTE: To learn more about the features of different types of M.2 cards, see the knowledge base article SLN301626. |
Ethernet
The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Model number | Killer E3100 Ethernet controller integrated on system board |
| Transfer rate | 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps |
Wireless Module
The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) module specifications of your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Option one | Option two | Option three |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model number | Qualcomm QCA9377 (DW1810) | Intel AX201 | Killer 1650i |
| Transfer rate | Up to 433 Mbps | Up to 2400 Mbps | Up to 2400 Mbps |
| Frequency bands supported | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz | Dual band 2.4 GHz/5 GHz |
| Wireless standards | Wi-Fi 5 (WiFi 802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 6 (WiFi 802.11ax) | Wi-Fi 6 (WiFi 802.11ax) |
| Encryption |
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| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.0 | Bluetooth 5.1 | Bluetooth 5.1 |
GPU-Discrete
The following table lists the specifications of the discrete Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) supported by your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Controller | Number of cards (maximum) | External display support | Memory size | Memory type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMD RX 5300 | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 3 GB | GDDR6 |
| AMD RX 5700 | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| AMD RX 5700 XT | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| AMD RX 5600 | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 6 GB | GDDR6 |
| AMD RX 6800 XT | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650 Super | 1 | One HDMI port and one DVI-D port | 4 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Super | 1 | One HDMI port and one DVI-D port | 6 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660Ti | 1 | One DVI port, one HDMI port and one DisplayPort | 6 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2060 Super | 1 | One DVI port, one HDMI port and one DisplayPort | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2070 Super | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080Ti | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 11 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Super | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060Ti | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 8 GB | GDDR6 |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 10 GB | GDDR6X |
| NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3090 | 1 | Three DisplayPort and one HDMI port | 24 GB | GDDR6X |
Audio
The following table lists the audio specifications of your Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Values |
|---|---|
| Audio type | Integrated 7.1 channel audio with S/PDIF port |
| Audio controller | Realtek ALC3861 |
| Internal audio interface | High-definition audio |
| External audio interface | 7.1 channel output, Microphone-in, stereo headphones, and headset combo connector |
Storage
This section lists the storage options on your Alienware Aurora R12.
Your computer supports one of the following configurations:
- One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive, one 3.5-inch hard drive, and two 2.5-inch hard drives
- One 3.5-inch hard drives and two 2.5-inch hard drive
? NOTE: The primary drive of your computer varies depending on the storage configuration.
| Storage type | Interface type | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Two 2.5-inch hard drives | SATA AHCI 6 Gbps | Up to 2 TB |
| One 3.5-inch hard drives | SATA AHCI 6 Gbps | Up to 2 TB |
| One M.2 2230/2280 solid-state drive | PCIe NVMe up to 32 Gbps | Up to 2 TB |
Power Ratings
The following table lists the power rating specifications of Alienware Aurora R12.
| Description | Option one | Option two |
|---|---|---|
| Type | 550 W | 1000 W |
| Input voltage | 90 VAC to 264 VAC | 90 VAC to 264 VAC |
| Input frequency | 47 Hz to 63 Hz | 47 Hz to 63 Hz |
| Input current (maximum) | 8 A | 12 A |
| Output current (continuous) | 5.1 V/20 A, 12 VA1/18 A, 12 VA2/18 A, 12 VA1+12 VA2/28 A, 12 VB/16 A, 12 VC1/18 A, 12 VC2/18 A, 12 VC1+12 VC2/20 A, 3.3 V/15 A, 5.1 Vaux/4A | 5.1 V/20 A, 12VA/42 A, 12VB/52 A, 12VD/16 A, 3.3 V/20 A, -12 V/0.5 A, 5.1Vaux/4 A |
| Rated output voltage | 5.1 V/12 VA1/12 VA2/ 12 VB/12 VC1/12 VC2/3.3 V/ 5.1 Vaux | 5.1 V/12 VA/12VB/12VD/3.3 V/-12 V/5.1 Vaux |
| Temperature range Operating | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) | 5°C to 50°C (41°F to 122°F) |
| Storage | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Computer Environment
Airborne contaminant level: G1 as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985
| Description | Operating | Storage |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature range | 10°C to 35°C (50°F to 95°F) | -40°C to 65°C (-40°F to 149°F) |
| Relative humidity (maximum) | 20% to 90% (non-condensing) | 5% 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) | -15.2 m to 3,048 m (−50 ft to 10,000 ft) | -15.2 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.
Alienware Command Center
Alienware Command Center (AWCC) provides a single interface to customize and enhance the gaming experience. The AWCC dashboard displays most recently played or added games, and provides game-specific information, themes, profiles, and access to computer settings. You can quickly access settings such as game-specific profiles and themes, lighting, macros, and audio that are critical to the gaming experience.
AWCC also supports AlienFX 2.0. AlienFX enables you to create, assign, and share game-specific lighting maps to enhance the gaming experience. It also enables you to create your own individual lighting effects and apply them to the computer or attached peripherals. AWCC embeds Peripheral Controls to ensure a unified experience and the ability to link these settings to your computer or game.
AWCC supports the following features:
- FX: Create and manage the AlienFX zones.
- Fusion: Includes the ability to adjust game-specific Power Management, Sound Management, and Thermal Management features.
- Peripheral Management: Enables peripherals to appear in and be managed in Alienware Command Center. Supports key peripheral settings and associates with other functions such as profiles, macros, AlienFX, and game library.
AWCC also supports Sound Management, Thermal Controls, CPU, GPU, Memory (RAM) monitoring. For more information about AWCC, see the Alienware Command Center Online Help.
Getting help and contacting Alienware
Self-help resources
You can get information and help on Alienware products and services using these online self-help resources:
| Self-help resources | Resource location |
|---|---|
| Information about Alienware products and services | www.alienware.com |
| My Dell | [Dell logo] |
| Tips | ? |
| Contact Support | In Windows search, type Contact Support, and press Enter. |
| Online help for operating system | www.dell.com/support/windows |
| Access top solutions, diagnostics, drivers and downloads, and learn more about your computer through videos, manuals and documents. | Your Dell computer is uniquely identified by a Service Tag or Express Service Code. To view relevant support resources for your Dell computer, enter the Service Tag or Express Service Code at www.dell.com/support. For more information on how to find the Service Tag for your computer, see Locate the Service Tag on your computer. |
| VR Support | www.dell.com/VRsupport |
| Videos providing step-by-step instructions to service your computer | www.youtube.com/alienwareservices |
Contacting Alienware
To contact Alienware for sales, technical support, or customer service issues, see www.alienware.com.
? NOTE: Availability varies by country/region and product, and some services may not be available in your country/region.
? NOTE: If you do not have an active Internet connection, you can find contact information about your purchase invoice, packing slip, bill, or Dell product catalog.