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Green rectangular desktop motherboard with LGA 1151 socket and Z370 chipset

DELL

DELL Alienware Aurora R8 LGA 1151 Z370 Desktop Motherboard 2XRCM

SKU CH-B4F2-1EP8X

Replacement desktop motherboard with LGA 1151 socket and Z370 chipset for Alienware Aurora R8 systems

  • Compatible ManufacturerFor Dell
  • Compatible ModelsFor Dell Alienware Aurora R8 Gaming Desktop
  • ColorGreen
  • Engineered for Alienware Aurora R8 desktops
  • Supports Intel 8th and 9th Gen Core processors with LGA 1151 socket
  • Z370 chipset for stable, high-speed computing
  • DDR4 memory support up to 64GB for multitasking
  • Multiple PCIe slots for GPU and expansion cards

Alienware Aurora R8 motherboard

This Dell motherboard is a direct replacement for the Alienware Aurora R8 gaming desktop. It uses the Intel Z370 chipset and LGA 1151 socket to support 8th and 9th Gen Intel Core processors. The board is engineered for full system compatibility and stable operation within that specific chassis. Builders repairing a different platform or seeking a retail-standard ATX layout cannot use this part.

Capacity and headroom

DDR4 memory support reaches 64 GB, giving ample headroom for modern gaming and multitasking workloads. Multiple PCIe slots accept graphics cards and expansion cards, while M.2 and SATA interfaces provide fast storage options. The Z370 chipset delivers reliable high-speed computing for the supported processor generations. Systems requiring newer socket types, different chipsets, or memory capacities beyond 64 GB will not be compatible.

Bundled software impact

The UEFI BIOS includes Alienware-specific system optimizations tuned for the Aurora R8 hardware. This firmware integration ensures efficient cooling management and stable performance profiles without manual configuration. No separate software utilities or accessory bundles are included with the motherboard itself. Users relying on generic BIOS implementations or third-party tuning tools will not gain the same level of factory-calibrated system control.

Highlights

  • Engineered for Alienware Aurora R8 desktops
  • Supports Intel 8th and 9th Gen Core processors with LGA 1151 socket
  • Z370 chipset for stable, high-speed computing
  • DDR4 memory support up to 64GB for multitasking
  • Multiple PCIe slots for GPU and expansion cards

Specifications

BrandDell
ModelAlienware Aurora R8
Part Number2XRCM
Compatible ManufacturerFor Dell
Compatible ModelsFor Dell Alienware Aurora R8 Gaming Desktop
ColorGreen

Questions about this item

Will my existing DDR4 memory and 8th Gen Intel CPU work with this Z370 motherboard?

Yes, the board supports DDR4 memory up to 64 GB and LGA 1151 socket for 8th and 9th Gen Intel Core processors, so your current DDR4 modules and compatible CPU will function correctly.

Which on-board indicators confirm the motherboard is running normally after installation?

Power-on self-test codes displayed on the UEFI BIOS screen, the Alienware system-optimization firmware initialising without error, and all connected USB 3.1, Ethernet, SATA and M.2 devices being recognised confirm normal operation.

Does the 2XRCM board ship with a CPU, RAM, M.2 drive or I/O shield, or must I supply them?

The motherboard is supplied as a bare board only; you must provide a compatible LGA 1151 processor, DDR4 memory modules, storage drives for the M.2 and SATA III slots, and an I/O shield separately.

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