Using the Alienware X51 R1 motherboard bare?

Solrac Oreca

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Wondering if I could use the Alienware X51 motherboard (8PG26) bare unit that comes with a used bundle with an i7 3770 and a cooler master T2 all for $140 , Not sure if its a good deal today but I'm running out of luck with these used parts meet up opportunities nearby.
I was hoping to match it with a GTX 970 and a 650W seasonic PSU.

Also, can anyone tell if it has a WLAN port or is that an M.2 slot I could potentially use for an SSD? I'm planning to make this into an HTPC in a cube case but I'm not sure if the screw holes would fit this unusal ITX motherboard.
 
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The board has some non standard holes but you might be able to mount it since it has a couple that do align. Otherwise it should be like a standard board.


The board has some non standard holes but you might be able to mount it since it has a couple that do align. Otherwise it should be like a standard board.
 
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