Thought I would start a thread to compile some info about the new Premium Liquid Cooling option offered in the newer Aurora R4 (and beyond). I welcome any definitive info from Dell Reps or forum users (that has one in their machine).
Finally, some pics of Premium round-cooler (Note, there is no Dell Aurora R5 yet):
Notice pictures (as of 1-8-2013) are still showing the original Standard hex-shaped cooler
http://www.dell.com/us/p/alienware-aurora-r4/pd.aspx?~ck=anav
Some of my questions:
1. Is Premium Cooler also made my Asetek like the original hex-shaped-cooler unit that's been installed in Area-51 and Aurora models since 2009?
2. If ordered from Dell Spare Parts ... what is the Part Number and how much does Premium copper round-cooler cost?
3. Will it fit existing R1-R4 Auroras ... pump/heatsink (due to socket change) as well as radiator assembly?
4. Is it pin compatible with existing R1-R4 Auroras, and does it interface into Command Center?
5. If you order a Aurora-R4 with ALX chassis (for $200 extra), is Premium cooler included and comes installed? Sales Website text says it does, but the config options ALSO let you add Premium Cooling (as $100 upgrade) on top of ALX model. So, which is it?