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expiredArchaea posted Mar 19, 2021 10:45 PM
expiredArchaea posted Mar 19, 2021 10:45 PM

Dell Alienware Aurora R12 Desktop: i7 11700F, 8GB DDR4, 256GB SSD, RTX 3080

or less w/ SD Cashback (PC Req'd)

$2,026

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Dell Member & Purchase Program has Dell Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop on sale for $2025.94 when you follow directions below. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Thanks community member Archaea for sharing this deal

Follow Directions Below for Price:
  1. Click here and Select BASE Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop (priced at $1077.99), and Click "Customize & Buy"
  2. On following Page, Upgrade Processor to: to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F (8-Core, 16MB Cache) (priced at +$147)
  3. Upgrade Graphics to: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X (priced at +$852.60)
  4. Upgrade Hard Drive to: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD (priced at +$29.40)
  5. Under Chassis Options: Under Liquid Cooling: Upgrade to: Dark Side of the Moon chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply (priced at +$147)
  6. Under Mouse: Select No Mouse (for -$2.94)
  7. Add to cart for Pre-Coupon total of $2253.99
  8. Click here to Subscribe to emails for Unique 10% Off Code
    • Check your inbox or spam folder for email w/ coupon code; may take 30 minutes or more to arrive
  9. Once Unique Code arrives via email, apply in cart
  10. Apply $50 Off promo code 50OFF699 in cart
  11. Your total should be $2025.94 (BUT may vary slightly) with free shipping.
Specs:
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F Processor (8-Core, 16MB Cache, 2.5GHz to 4.9GHz w/Intel Turbo Boost Max)
  • 8GB DDR4 XMP at 3200MHz RAM
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X Graphics
  • Dark Side of the Moon Chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply
  • Dell Wireless DW1810 (1x1) 802.11ac with Wi-Fi, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Windows 10 Home 64-bit
  • Front Ports:
    • 2x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports with Powershare Technology
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port with Powershare Technology
    • Headphone/Line Out
    • Microphone/Line In
  • Rear Ports:
    • SPDIF Digital Output (Coax)
    • SPDIF Digital Output (TOSLINK)
    • RJ-45 Killer E3100G Gigabit Ethernet
    • 6x Type-A USB 2.0 Ports
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 with Powershare Technology (up to 15W)
    • Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2
    • Microphone In
    • 3x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
Cashback Instructions (On PC or Laptop Only):
  • If you don't already have it, Install the Slickdeals Extension (Click Install Now) Note: if you already have the extension but have not enrolled in SD Rewards, click through the link to complete enrollment.
  • Sign-in or Create a Slickdeals account after installation. You need to have an account so we know where to send your rewards points.
  • IMPORTANT: To receive the Cashback Offer, disable adblockers and other cashback and coupon shopping extensions. If you don't disable them, you may not get credit for this offer from Slickdeals. You can find your extensions under "Manage Extensions" in your browser.
  • Next go to Dell using the links above and you should see a prompt stating 2.5% cashback, if not open the extension and click "Activate Cashback"
  • Proceed to checkout
  • Track your purchases here: Redemption Portal
  • Notes: Purchases can take up to 2 weeks to show up. We're working on speeding up this process as we continue to test out this Beta Program.

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Includes 1-Year Hardware Warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
  • Details of Dell's return policy can be found here.
  • Refer to forum thread for additional deal saving ideas and further deal discussion

Original Post

Written by Archaea
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Dell Member & Purchase Program has Dell Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop on sale for $2025.94 when you follow directions below. To earn 2.5% in Slickdeals Cashback, before purchase, follow the cashback instructions below. Shipping is free.

Thanks community member Archaea for sharing this deal

Follow Directions Below for Price:
  1. Click here and Select BASE Alienware Aurora R12 Gaming Desktop (priced at $1077.99), and Click "Customize & Buy"
  2. On following Page, Upgrade Processor to: to 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F (8-Core, 16MB Cache) (priced at +$147)
  3. Upgrade Graphics to: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X (priced at +$852.60)
  4. Upgrade Hard Drive to: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD (priced at +$29.40)
  5. Under Chassis Options: Under Liquid Cooling: Upgrade to: Dark Side of the Moon chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply (priced at +$147)
  6. Under Mouse: Select No Mouse (for -$2.94)
  7. Add to cart for Pre-Coupon total of $2253.99
  8. Click here to Subscribe to emails for Unique 10% Off Code
    • Check your inbox or spam folder for email w/ coupon code; may take 30 minutes or more to arrive
  9. Once Unique Code arrives via email, apply in cart
  10. Apply $50 Off promo code 50OFF699 in cart
  11. Your total should be $2025.94 (BUT may vary slightly) with free shipping.
Specs:
  • 11th Gen Intel Core i7 11700F Processor (8-Core, 16MB Cache, 2.5GHz to 4.9GHz w/Intel Turbo Boost Max)
  • 8GB DDR4 XMP at 3200MHz RAM
  • 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe Solid State Drive
  • NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 10GB GDDR6X Graphics
  • Dark Side of the Moon Chassis with High-Performance CPU Liquid Cooling and 1000W Power Supply
  • Dell Wireless DW1810 (1x1) 802.11ac with Wi-Fi, Wireless LAN, Bluetooth 5.0
  • Windows 10 Home 64-bit
  • Front Ports:
    • 2x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
    • 1x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports with Powershare Technology
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 1 Port with Powershare Technology
    • Headphone/Line Out
    • Microphone/Line In
  • Rear Ports:
    • SPDIF Digital Output (Coax)
    • SPDIF Digital Output (TOSLINK)
    • RJ-45 Killer E3100G Gigabit Ethernet
    • 6x Type-A USB 2.0 Ports
    • Type-C USB 3.2 Gen 2 with Powershare Technology (up to 15W)
    • Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 2
    • Microphone In
    • 3x Type-A USB 3.2 Gen 1
Cashback Instructions (On PC or Laptop Only):
  • If you don't already have it, Install the Slickdeals Extension (Click Install Now) Note: if you already have the extension but have not enrolled in SD Rewards, click through the link to complete enrollment.
  • Sign-in or Create a Slickdeals account after installation. You need to have an account so we know where to send your rewards points.
  • IMPORTANT: To receive the Cashback Offer, disable adblockers and other cashback and coupon shopping extensions. If you don't disable them, you may not get credit for this offer from Slickdeals. You can find your extensions under "Manage Extensions" in your browser.
  • Next go to Dell using the links above and you should see a prompt stating 2.5% cashback, if not open the extension and click "Activate Cashback"
  • Proceed to checkout
  • Track your purchases here: Redemption Portal
  • Notes: Purchases can take up to 2 weeks to show up. We're working on speeding up this process as we continue to test out this Beta Program.

Editor's Notes

Written by slickdewmaster | Staff
  • Includes 1-Year Hardware Warranty with Onsite/In-Home Service After Remote Diagnosis
  • Details of Dell's return policy can be found here.
  • Refer to forum thread for additional deal saving ideas and further deal discussion

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Written by Archaea

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sri69
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Alright folks, as requested I created a video with a step-by-step to replace the front fan and repaste the RTX 3080 GPU. The temps in my machine decreased from 110 degree memory junction down to 76 degrees following these relatively simple mods. Not too bad.

I'm not a youtuber, simply created this video for your benefit to maximize the performance of the unit. Here is a link:
https://youtu.be/YklybEdoKIM
"Dell Aurora R12 RTX 3080 Repaste and Fan optimization - Easy 30 degree temp difference fix!"

Enjoy.
Ohsighrus
2012 Posts
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You and everyone else. Everyone coming to slickdeals and posting these 3080 deals from dell don't understand that they will not actually ship.

I've done it twice now. Both times they delayed my shipment every month. My first order took 5 months of delays before they finally cancelled and gave me a crappy 10% coupon that expires in June. Everyone on reddit knows not to bother posting these dell builds because dell doesn't ship. They simply take your payment information, add you to their mailer list, sell your information to other companies, cancel your order and enjoy the profits of their farmed mailer list of people who want the latest technology.

Dell is trash tier right now, hell I'd even trust Newegg over Dell when it comes to 3080 products, and that's embarrassing to say.


https://www.ign.com/articles/dell...-hot-price <- IGN did an article on this already. It was full of $1500 3080 builds and links.

Trust me, these guys aren't shipping. Feel free to reply here with a picture of it actually arriving if you think you can prove me wrong.

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Apr 06, 2021 06:02 PM
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drgka55Apr 06, 2021 06:02 PM
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why is this deal inactive. Can still get the computer at a "decent in this environment" price. Or to put it differently same prices can be had as when the deal was initially posted.
Apr 07, 2021 10:12 AM
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OptophobiaApr 07, 2021 10:12 AM
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Quote from drgka55 :
why is this deal inactive. Can still get the computer at a "decent in this environment" price. Or to put it differently same prices can be had as when the deal was initially posted.
50off699 is not valid anymore, but probably more importantly, the ship date isn't till JUNE 10th.....
Apr 07, 2021 02:32 PM
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jrlcopyApr 07, 2021 02:32 PM
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Quote from Optophobia :
50off699 is not valid anymore, but probably more importantly, the ship date isn't till JUNE 10th.....
Oh man, I noticed on every other build site also, cyberpower, ibuypower, they aren't getting any GTX's until June either. HP isn't even selling any of their OMEN computers anymore, everything says out of stock on their website.

It's crazy.
Apr 07, 2021 03:38 PM
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qsubApr 07, 2021 03:38 PM
1,356 Posts
Hmm should of bought the hp omen looks like.

For what it's worth idid order the g5 desktop with the 570pxt and 3600 ti and they did ship on timea, actually a week or two earlier.

Here's the modification department if someone wants to call and ask what the hold up is.

1-800-247-2076
Apr 07, 2021 06:50 PM
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xenith25Apr 07, 2021 06:50 PM
146 Posts
I couldn't replicate this deal since the promo codes are expired but did a live chat with a rep and they got it down to $2023 + tax. Since im in CA, total came out to $2275.

My setup is as follows:

i7 11700
rtx 3080
8 gb 3200 ram
256 ssd
removed accessories like keyboard/mouse
upgraded to 1000 psu dark moon case (required)

Delivery date is 6/10 - confirmation email received but probably meaningless until the unit goes into production stage.

They do charge your card as soon as you place the order but it is a temporary authorization charge. It will be put back into your account and when the unit ships, they will charge your card.

Hope this helps.
Apr 08, 2021 12:23 AM
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OptophobiaApr 08, 2021 12:23 AM
4,252 Posts
Quote from xenith25 :
I couldn't replicate this deal since the promo codes are expired but did a live chat with a rep and they got it down to $2023 + tax. Since im in CA, total came out to $2275.

My setup is as follows:

i7 11700
rtx 3080
8 gb 3200 ram
256 ssd
removed accessories like keyboard/mouse
upgraded to 1000 psu dark moon case (required)

Delivery date is 6/10 - confirmation email received but probably meaningless until the unit goes into production stage.

They do charge your card as soon as you place the order but it is a temporary authorization charge. It will be put back into your account and when the unit ships, they will charge your card.

Hope this helps.
The good thing with Dell, unlike HP is you can cancel easily before it goes into build.
Apr 08, 2021 02:01 AM
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sri69Apr 08, 2021 02:01 AM
596 Posts
Moved to production this evening on the $1920 R12 build! Still likely to ship roughly on time in next week or so. Dell running a pretty well oiled machine on the estimate front.

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Apr 08, 2021 02:27 AM
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Bidness42Apr 08, 2021 02:27 AM
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Quote from sri69 :
Moved to production this evening on the $1920 R12 build! Still likely to ship roughly on time in next week or so. Dell running a pretty well oiled machine on the estimate front.
Same here. Order placed on 3/20 for a 3080 build. Just entered production tonight. Delivery date of 19th seems possible.
Apr 08, 2021 09:11 AM
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wormhole33Apr 08, 2021 09:11 AM
60 Posts
My r12 just hit production. My r10 came last week and it was shipped out about a week after hitting production.
Apr 08, 2021 09:20 AM
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wormhole33Apr 08, 2021 09:20 AM
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Quote from Optophobia :
50off699 is not valid anymore, but probably more importantly, the ship date isn't till JUNE 10th.....
It probably won't take that long. Ordered my r10 March 20 and they said it would be delivered may 30. I got it April 2. My r12 is on track to be a week early.
Apr 08, 2021 09:30 AM
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WhitefoxsterApr 08, 2021 09:30 AM
245 Posts
Mine entered production today, shows shipping on time at 4/14 and delivered by 4/19. Made the order March 10th.
Apr 08, 2021 01:56 PM
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localdealsApr 08, 2021 01:56 PM
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My R12 entered production yesterday as well. I made the order on March 20th.
Apr 08, 2021 02:29 PM
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x15349Apr 08, 2021 02:29 PM
170 Posts
Had my order from Mar 20 enter production as well! Lets go!
Apr 08, 2021 02:59 PM
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crushyslushyApr 08, 2021 02:59 PM
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Ordered 03/20 but hasn't entered production yet

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Apr 08, 2021 08:29 PM
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SeriousHeat3849Apr 08, 2021 08:29 PM
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Quote from wenovias :
Ordered 03/20 but hasn't entered production yet
Same here. Luck of the draw I guess.

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