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The Dell Alienware X51 R2 Desktop conforms to the Mini-ITX form factor.
 | Form Factor | Mini-ITX | | Tool-less Rails | no | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Motherboard Form Factors | - | | IO Display Panel | no | ||
| Material | Plastic | | Front USB 2.0 Slots | 2 | ||
| Color | Black | | Front USB 3.0 Slots | 6 | ||
| 5.25″ Drive Bays | 0 | | eSATA | no | ||
| 3.5″ Drive Bays | 0 | | Audio IO | no | ||
| 2.5" Drive Bays | 0 |
The Dell Alienware X51 R2 Desktop has a the Mini-ITX form factor. Mini-ITX is even smaller than Micro-ATX, allowing PC builders the opportunity to create a low-performance, but discreet and low-power system.
Made primarily of Plastic, the Dell Alienware X51 R2 Desktop is built to be lightweight, but strong enough to keep your components protected. Plastic cases generally have a thin metal layer to improve protection, and are also generally fairily cheap. Whatever your case's material, it is important to keep a consistent airflow so that heat doesn't build up inside. It is therefore advised that you make use of the available built-in case fans and fan installation sections.
