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Aurora ALX, Intel X58, Xeon compatible?
Hello. Does this Aurora ALX motherboard (4VWF2 04VWF2 CN-04VWF2 MS-7591) with the Intel X58 Socket LGA1366 support Xeon CPU X5650-5670?
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Hello. Does this Aurora ALX motherboard (4VWF2 04VWF2 CN-04VWF2 MS-7591) with the Intel X58 Socket LGA1366 support Xeon CPU X5650-5670?
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speedstep
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June 27th, 2018 06:00
ALIENWARE AURORA ALX LGA1366 MOTHERBOARD 4VWF2 MS-7591
The Aurora R1 was based on the Intel's X58 platform (LGA 1366 Socket). It shared identical hardware with the Aurora ALX R1. Processors included Core i7 920, 930, 940, 950, 960, 965, 975 , 980X , 990X . Sealed liquid cooling units for the processors came factory installed. The X58 platform can use Intel Xeon Processors, but none were used in the Aurora. The R1 used triple channel Memory and had Dedicated Graphics Card options from AMD's HD 5000 series line as well as Nvidia GeForce 400 Series and Nvidia GeForce 500 Series line. Power Supply options included a 525 watt Power Supply Unit, 875 watt Power Supply Unit and a 1000W Power Supply Unit. Power Supply and Motherboard supports both SLI and CrossfireX. I'm thinking its similar to the T3500 but not the same board maker. Having the LGA 1366 socket means that certain Xeon processors will fit, but they may not be supported by the Bios.
https://ark.intel.com/products/36785/#@compatibility
Alienware Aurora A11 System BIOSMore details
Alienware Aurora A04 System BIOSMore details
Alienware Aurora A08 System BIOSMore details
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June 27th, 2018 23:00
Many thanks for the information, I could not find these BIOS firmware.
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June 28th, 2018 00:00
These BIOS firmware can be installed in series?
speedstep
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June 28th, 2018 04:00
Try the last one. If you need an earlier version they will say. If you are at A01 it may require A08 before jumping to A11 for example but this is not a one size fits all it depends. Easiest thing to do is try the last one first if it needs the older it will tell you.
(REMOVE ANY ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE BEFORE Trying ANY of the bios.)
They must be Right Click Run as Administrator.
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June 28th, 2018 05:00
Approximately understood, thanks a lot for the answer)
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June 28th, 2018 21:00
I asked Bios, the computer rebooted and gives out Cheking NVRAM. Tried to reset BIOS settings (battery and jumper), disconnected everything from the motherboard, left for a while, does not help. What now?
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June 29th, 2018 08:00
Changing CPU before Bios Update with XP or Windows 7 is not recommended.
Turning off before bios update is complete Bricks the board.
Bios updates can take a VERY LONG Time and impatient people kill boards by shutting off.
This is why antivirus software must be REMOVED before trying. Disabling in software DOES NOT mean removed.
You have to DEINSTALL the software and have BARE WINDOWS.
Disconnect everything and remove all cards.
Remove battery.
Disconnect ALL CABLES
Hold power button to discharge.
Attach only power cable and video cable and keyboard.
Turn back on.
Should be POST errors.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/DELL-ALIENWARE-AURORA-ALX-INTEL-SOCKET-LGA1366-SYSTEM-MOTHERBOARD-4VWF2-MS-7591/183274287701
The other way to go would be to migrate to a Precision T3500
https://www.amazon.com/Dell-Precision-T3500-Workstation-ReCircuit/dp/B018IQ43VO
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July 3rd, 2018 03:00
h1tmaN161
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July 3rd, 2018 22:00
Tell me how to extract the BIOS from EXE. file. You need to reinstall the BIOS programmer.
h1tmaN161
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July 3rd, 2018 22:00
Tell me how to extract the BIOS from EXE. file.
You need to reinstall the BIOS programmer.
https://www.dell.com/support/home/ru/ru/rubsdc/drivers/driversdetails?driverId=0V1PW
William P
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February 9th, 2022 08:00
Userbenchmark.com shows Xeons running in that system with that MB#
https://www.userbenchmark.com/System/Alienware-Aurora/3079