Alienware Aurora R15 AMD Setup and Specifications Regulatory Model: D30M Regulatory Type: D30M005 December 2022 Rev.
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Contents Chapter 1: Set up your computer............................................................................................................. 4 Chapter 2: Views of Alienware Aurora R15 AMD..................................................................................8 Front...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8 Back......................................
Set up your computer NOTE: The images in this document may differ from your computer depending on the configuration you ordered. 1. Connect the wired keyboard and mouse to suitable ports. To connect a wireless keyboard and mouse, see the instructions on how to connect in the documentation that ships with the wireless keyboard and mouse. 2. Connect to your network using an Ethernet cable.
Wireless network: Alternatively, connect an external antenna during setup, to improve the memory performance and connect to the wireless network while setting up your operating system. For more information on how to connect and placement of antenna, see the Antenna Installation Guide at www.dell.com/support. 3. Connect the display. For more information about setting up the display, see the documentation that is shipped with your display.
NOTE: Connect the display to the discrete graphics card of your computer. 4. Connect the power cable to the computer and then connect it to the wall outlet. CAUTION: If you are using a 1350 W Power-Supply Unit (PSU), connect the power cable to a Power Distribution Unit (PDU) 16 A, and then connect the PDU to the wall outlet. 5. Press the power button at the front of computer to turn on the computer.
Views of Alienware Aurora R15 AMD Front 1. Power button (Alien head) 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 four 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.
NOTE: Deep Sleep is enabled by default. Disable Deep Sleep at the BIOS setup to enable PowerShare feature on your computer. NOTE: PowerShare enables you to charge your USB devices even when your computer is turned off. Back 1. Back panel Connect USB, audio, video, and other devices. 2. PCI-Express X16 Connect a PCI-Express graphics card for optimal graphics performance. 3. PCI-Express X4 slot Connect a PCI-Express card such as audio, network, or expansion card to enhance the capabilities of your computer.
Indicates the power-supply state. 7. Integrated external SMA antenna connectors Connect the external antenna to improve the memory performance of your computer. 8. 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. 9. Padlock rings Attach a standard padlock to prevent unauthorized access to the interior of your computer. 10.
7. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 10 Gbps. 8. USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C port Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 20 Gbps. 9. USB 2.0 ports with Smart Power On (2) Connect devices such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps. NOTE: Deep Sleep is enabled by default.
Specifications of Alienware Aurora R15 AMD Dimensions and weight The following table lists the height, width, depth, and weight of your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD. Table 1. Dimensions and weight Description Values Height: Front height 510 mm (20.08 in.) Rear height 510 mm (20.08 in.) Width 225 mm (8.86 in.) Depth ● 529 mm (20.83 in.) (without cable cover) ● 589 mm (23.19 in.) (with cable cover) Weight (maximum) 16.96 kg (37.
Table 3. Chipset (continued) Description Values DRAM bus width 128-bit Flash EPROM 32 MB PCIe bus Up to Gen5 Operating system Your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD supports the following operating systems: ● Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit ● Windows 11 Home, 64-bit Memory The following table lists the memory specifications of your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD. Table 4.
Table 5. Ports and connectors (continued) Description Values USB Front ports ● Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports ● One USB 3.2 Gen 1 port with PowerShare ● One USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port with PowerShare Rear ports ● Two USB 2.0 ports ● Two USB 2.0 ports with Smart Power On ● One USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port ● Two USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports ● One USB 3.
Ethernet The following table lists the wired Ethernet Local Area Network (LAN) specifications of your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD. Table 6. Ethernet specifications Description Values Model number Realtek RTL8125BG Ethernet controller integrated on the system board Transfer rate 10/100/1000/2500 Mbps Wireless module The following table lists the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) modules supported on your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD. Table 7.
Table 8. Storage specifications (continued) Storage type Interface type Capacity NOTE: 3.5-inch hard-disk drive can be changed to two 2.5-inch hard-disk drives by purchasing the conversion kit from Dell sales agent. Video The following table lists the detailed discrete graphics specifications of your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD. Table 9.
Table 9. Discrete graphics specifications (continued) Discrete graphics Controller Number of cards External display support Memory size Memory type PCIe version Power consumption Recommended PSU NVIDIA 1 GeForce RTX 3060 Ti Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1 port 8 GB GDDR6 4 200 W >= 650 W NVIDIA 1 GeForce RTX 3070 Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.1 port 8 GB GDDR6 4 220 W >= 650 W NVIDIA 1 GeForce RTX 3070 Ti Three DisplayPort 1.4a ports, One HDMI 2.
Video port resolution The following table lists the video port resolution for your Alienware Aurora R15 AMD. Table 10. Video port resolution Graphics card Video ports Maximum supported resolution AMD Radeon RX 6500 XT ● One DisplayPort 1.4a1 ● One HDMI 2.1 port ● DisplayPort - 8K at 120 Hz (DSC) ● HDMI - 8K at 60 Hz (DSC) AMD Radeon RX 6600 XT ● Three DisplayPort 1.4a1 ● One HDMI 2.1 port ● DisplayPort - 8K at 120 Hz (DSC) ● HDMI - 8K at 60 Hz (DSC) AMD Radeon RX 6700 XT ● Three DisplayPort 1.
Table 10. Video port resolution (continued) Graphics card Video ports Maximum supported resolution ● 7680 x 4320 at 120 Hz4 ● 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz5 ● 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz6 ● 5120 x 3200 at 60 Hz7 ● 5120 x 2880 at 60 Hz7 HDMI: ● 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz ● 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz ● 4096 x 2160 at 120 Hz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3070 ● Three DisplayPort 1.4a1 ● One HDMI 2.1 port ● Maximum pixel clock2: Up to 2660 megapixels per second ● Maximum raw bandwidth3: 32.
Table 10. Video port resolution (continued) Graphics card Video ports Maximum supported resolution ● 4096 x 2160 at 120 Hz NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Ti ● Three DisplayPort 1.4a1 ● One HDMI 2.1 port ● Maximum pixel clock2: Up to 2660 megapixels per second ● Maximum raw bandwidth3: 32.
Table 10. Video port resolution (continued) Graphics card Video ports Maximum supported resolution ● 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz5 ● 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz6 ● 5120 x 3200 at 60 Hz7 ● 5120 x 2880 at 60 Hz7 HDMI: ● 7680 x 4320 at 60 Hz ● 3840 x 2160 at 120 Hz ● 4096 x 2160 at 120 Hz 1 DisplayPort 1.2 certified, DisplayPort 1.3/1.4 ready. 2 Depending on GPU resources applied to the port. 3 Maximum raw bandwidth represents the raw bandwidth of four lanes of HBR3. 4 Requires two DisplayPort 1.
Table 12. Power ratings (continued) Description Option one Option two Output current (continuous) Operating: ● 12 VA - 36 A ● 12 VB - 27 A ● 12 VC - 36 A Standby: ● 12 VA - 1.50 A ● 12 VB - 5 A ● 12 VC - 0 A Operating: ● 12 VA - 42 A ● 12 VB - 36 A ● 12 VC - 72 A Standby: ● 12 VA - 1.
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.
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