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OWC 8GB DDR4 2133MHz CL15 1.2V 288pin UDIMM Alienware Aurora R5 memory upgrade

SKU CH-K5VQ-DAJTY

8 GB DDR4 module at 2133 MHz CL15, 1.2 V unbuffered UDIMM validated for Alienware Aurora R5

  • Capacity8GB
  • Type288-Pin DDR4 Non-ECC UDIMM
  • SpeedDDR4 2133 (PC4 17000)
  • CAS LatencyCL15
  • Voltage1.2V
  • ECCNo
  • Designed for Alienware Aurora R5 compatibility
  • 8GB DDR4 2133MHz CL15 boosts multitasking
  • JEDEC compliant 1.2V PC4-17000 standard
  • 288-pin unbuffered non-ECC UDIMM form factor
  • 100% tested for warranty-safe upgrade confidence

Alienware Aurora R5 8 GB DDR4 upgrade

This 8 GB DDR4 module is built specifically for the Alienware Aurora R5 desktop. It delivers a straightforward capacity increase for owners who need more memory for everyday multitasking and larger workloads. The 288-pin UDIMM fits the factory DIMM slots without adapters or configuration changes.

JEDEC 1.2 V operation and thermal profile

Running at the standard 1.2 V JEDEC voltage, the stick draws minimal power and produces little extra heat inside the chassis. No heat spreader is fitted, so airflow from the existing case fans passes directly over the components. The unbuffered design keeps electrical load low for stable operation at the rated 2133 MHz speed.

Lifetime warranty and DIY installation support

OWC backs the module with a limited lifetime warranty and an advanced replacement program that ships a replacement before the original is returned. Free technical support is included for the life of the product. An official installation video guides users through the upgrade step by step, making the process accessible to first-time builders.

Highlights

  • Designed for Alienware Aurora R5 compatibility
  • 8GB DDR4 2133MHz CL15 boosts multitasking
  • JEDEC compliant 1.2V PC4-17000 standard
  • 288-pin unbuffered non-ECC UDIMM form factor
  • 100% tested for warranty-safe upgrade confidence

Specifications

BrandOWC
Part Number2U1D42R808GB
Capacity8GB
Type288-Pin DDR4 Non-ECC UDIMM
SpeedDDR4 2133 (PC4 17000)
CAS LatencyCL15
Voltage1.2V
ECCNo
Buffered/RegisteredUnbuffered
Rank2Rx8
Heat SpreaderNo
Compatible SystemAlienware Aurora R5

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Questions about this item

How do I install the 288pin UDIMM in my Alienware Aurora R5 and which step is often missed?

Power off and unplug the system, open the case, align the module notch with the slot key, press firmly until both retention clips click, then verify the new 8GB appears in BIOS before closing the case.

What maintenance or replacement will this 8GB DDR4 module need over time?

No scheduled maintenance is required; the module has no heat spreader and no moving parts, so it runs until a failure occurs, at which point it is replaced rather than serviced.

What limit appears first when the memory runs at 2133MHz CL15 under sustained load?

The CL15 latency at 1.2V sets the timing boundary; sustained throughput is capped by the DDR4 2133 transfer rate rather than thermal throttling.

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