Alienware Command Center Application. This package provides the application for Alienware Command Center and is supported on Alienware Desktop Alienware X51/Aurora/Aurora R4/Area 51/Aurora R2 models that are running the following Windows Operating System: Windows 7 64-bit. Operating System. Windows 7, 64-bit. Dell Alienware X51 R2 Intel USB 3.0 Driver 2.5.0.19 for Windows 7 64-bit 106 downloads. Motherboard Intel. Windows 7 64 bit. Mar 7th 2014, 10:02 GMT.
Hello everyone,
I am kinda new to the computer scene but I know a decent amount of stuff to get by these are my specs
Processor-Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770 CPU @ 3.40GHz, 3401 Mhz, 4 Core(s), 8 Logical Processor(s)
Installed Physical Memory (RAM) 8.00 GB
BIOS Version-Alienware A14
Power Supply-330 Watt
Graphics Card-NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 I think I have the 4GB I just bought a card on sale XD (On Direct X diagnostic tool my total memory on the card is 4095 MB)
So with that out of the way I have no idea what x51 I have I contacted support and support said that it's just an x51? I asked an R1? they replied an x51. I want to upgrade to a Asus Gefore RTX 2060 since it's a blower. I see the TDP is 160 watt so in my head I'm thinking it would work. My only concern is I see people upgrading the power board. So my question is 1-You guys think this x51 can handle the 2060 2-Do I need to upgrade power board 3-What type of x51 do I have. Thanks!
I am kinda new to the computer scene but I know a decent amount of stuff to get by these are my specs
Processor-Intel(R) Core(TM) i7-3770 CPU @ 3.40GHz, 3401 Mhz, 4 Core(s), 8 Logical Processor(s)
Installed Physical Memory (RAM) 8.00 GB
BIOS Version-Alienware A14
Power Supply-330 Watt
Graphics Card-NVIDIA GeForce GTX 960 I think I have the 4GB I just bought a card on sale XD (On Direct X diagnostic tool my total memory on the card is 4095 MB)
So with that out of the way I have no idea what x51 I have I contacted support and support said that it's just an x51? I asked an R1? they replied an x51. I want to upgrade to a Asus Gefore RTX 2060 since it's a blower. I see the TDP is 160 watt so in my head I'm thinking it would work. My only concern is I see people upgrading the power board. So my question is 1-You guys think this x51 can handle the 2060 2-Do I need to upgrade power board 3-What type of x51 do I have. Thanks!
So you've bought your new Alienware X51 and wanted to upgrade to a SSD. You are also wondering that if you upgrade to a SSD do you need to give up on your existing HDD. The answer is NO!Because firstly there is an extra SATA slot and secondly there is a great location for your slim 2.5 SSD to be placed without removing your HDD.
Let's get your hands dirty!
What you will need
1. An SSD of course! I got the Crucial M500 960GB but do check your budget and if you are just using the SSD to boot or some storage.Best to buy during promotions of course.
2. Double Sided Tape.
3. Molex Male to Molex Female Power Y Splitter Extension Cable. It is very important to buy the right one if not it won't fit.
4. Molex to SATA Power Cable Adaptor. This is for the extension to the SSD.
5. SATA Cable for your SSD.
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Here are the items from left to right.IMPORTANT!
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Now before you do anything, always remember to 'activate' your SSD first. Clone and backup EVERYTHING! No need to Google. Here is the link.For me I used this docking station which was cheap and comes with free software (which I didn't use) for backup and cloning.
WARNING!
This is not a plug and play. Probably a plug and pray. Unfortunately the tutorials which I've went thru didn't prepare me for the software conflicts which I encountered during my upgrade but I'm glad to share them here. This tutorial will be on the hardware side and I'll update on the cloning and booting later.
If you want you can google on cloning SSD or booting from SSD. I learnt the hard way but luckily none of my files was affected.
Let's Start!
Get a screw driver and start your autopsy of your Alienware. Here is a good video on youtube on how to disassemble. (Not sure why the cat is there though.)
Here is the picture after removing the cover.
You will need to remove the Graphics card casing, Optical Drive and Fan. This is what you will see.
We will start with the Molex Source aka power supply. We will need to split the power.
1. Remove the existing one and replace it with the Y Splitter.
2. Connect the existing one, which links to your existing HDD.
3. Connect the other end of the Y Spiltter to the single Molex to SATA Power Adapter. This will go to your SSD which will be placed above your Optical Drive. Ensure that the cables do not obstruct the fan.
Next get your SATA Cable and find the free SATA slot and slot it in. Again run the cable outside first. You will connect to your SSD only after mounting.
Mount back your Optical Drive.
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Choose your sweet spot for your SSD. You can use the double sided tape to keep it in place.
Connect your cables accordingly. Again make sure the cables do not disrupt your fan.
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Remove your SATA Cable from your 3.5 HDD when you boot up the first time. Ensure that all settings has been done correctly before connecting back to your HDD.
If done correctly, you will be able to boot up even before your monitor comes on. Amazing!
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DisclaimerThis excercise was done in 2013. There was a lot of issues but none related to hardware or connection describe. Always backup your files and it is best to start a fresh.