Alienware M17 R4
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ALIENWARE M17 R4
Category: Gaming Laptop • Model / Gen: M17 Series, 4th Generation Varies by configuration, e.g., M17 R4 Release Date: 2021-02-02 • Status: End of sale Classification Date: 2026-10-25 • Official Website | |
Contents
Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Known hardware tampering | None | — | As a branded gaming laptop, no widespread specific hardware tampering vulnerabilities are reported. Physical security relies on firmware and chassis design. |
| Known vulnerabilities | Rare | 🔗 Proof | Components receive regular security advisories and patches; known vulnerabilities are promptly addressed through driver, BIOS and Windows updates. |
| Prior attacks | Rare | — | No widely reported specific attacks targeting the ALIENWARE M17 R4 model exclusively. Users face risks from generic Windows malware and cyber-attacks. |
| Updatability | Rare | 🔗 Proof | Driver, BIOS and OS updates via Dell Support Assistant and Windows Update; this 2021 model is end of sale, so update cadence has slowed as the platform ages. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
2. System Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication with other systems | Full | 🔗 Proof | Supports robust authentication with other systems via Windows Hello, Microsoft Account, Dell/ALIENWARE account, etc. |
| Communications | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | 🔗 Proof | Wi-Fi 6 (WPA3), Killer Ethernet, Thunderbolt 3, and Bluetooth 5.1 all use modern encryption protocols. Web traffic uses TLS 1.2/1.3. |
| Storage | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | 🔗 Proof | Device encryption (BitLocker-based) available with TPM on Windows 10/11 Home; standard for modern Windows devices. |
| Category Score | Score: 1 / 3 | ||
3. User Authentication
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account management | Full | 🔗 Proof | Full account management via Windows and ALIENWARE, supporting multi-user, admin/standard permissions, group policies, etc. |
| Authentication | Secure | 🔗 Proof | Offers multiple secure methods: Windows Hello face/fingerprint, PIN, picture password, strong password. Exceeds basic requirements. |
| Brute-force protection | Exist | 🔗 Proof | Windows has account lockout policies that lock the account after multiple failed login attempts, preventing brute-force attacks. |
| Event logging | Access event logged | 🔗 Proof | Windows Event Viewer extensively logs security events for audit by administrators. |
| Passwords | Require change after setup with complexity requirements | 🔗 Proof | Windows setup encourages strong passwords, and policies can enforce complexity, expiration, and minimum length. |
| Category Score | Score: 1 / 3 | ||
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
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| Operating System & App | Windows 10 Home (Upgradable to Windows 11) (Companion App: ALIENWARE Command Center) |
| Hardware (CPU / GPU) | CPU: Up to Intel Core i9-10980HK Processor • GPU: Up to NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 Laptop GPU (8GB GDDR6) |
| Memory & Storage | Memory: Up to 32GB DDR4 2933MHz • Storage: Up to 4TB (2x 2TB) NVMe PCIe M.2 SSD RAID0 |
| Power, Battery & Charging | Battery: 86Wh Lithium-Ion battery • Power: 240W or 330W Slim AC Power Adapter • Charging: Proprietary power port charging |
| Display & Camera | Display: Options include: • 17.3-inch FHD (1920x1080) 360Hz IPS • 17.3-inch UHD (3840x2160) 60Hz IPS • Camera: 720p HD IR Camera (Supports Windows Hello) |
| Sound & Connectivity | Sound: Built-in speakers, Nahimic 3D Audio • Connectivity: Wired: Killer E3100G 2.5Gbps Ethernet Wireless: Killer Wi-Fi 6 AX1650 Bluetooth: Bluetooth 5.1 Ports: USB 3.2, Thunderbolt 3, HDMI 2.1 |
| Physical (Dimensions & Mass) | Dimensions: Approx. 399.2 x 293.3 x 22.6 mm (L x W x H) • Mass: Starting at approx. 2.98 kg |
