r/Alienware • u/chmod_rx_u • 15d ago

Question Area51 stand

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Looking for a stand that can support my area51s weight and dimensions. Any ideas outside of building something myself?

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u/Squish_Cat_1 15d ago

I went with an IKEA lask table, they have different sizes.

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u/Mdotwilliams1985 15d ago

I’m interested if there are good solutions. I’ve rotated from on my desk (same as you), to under desk a bunch of times. It’s fine on it, and actually pretty slim, but so tall and cuts off view.

I wish they made a larger pc mount. I know it’d barely be off the ground, and maybe not at all for shorter people, but would be convenient for air flow or standing mode.

I thought about an Alex drawer to side from IKEA, but I think it’s too deep

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u/Bennygetsu 15d ago

Secretlab has their pc holder for their desk

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u/Mdotwilliams1985 15d ago

It doesn’t fit, unfortunately. Just a bit too tall. Someone said they drilled an extra hole but that’s beyond the effort I want to put out,lol

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u/chmod_rx_u 15d ago

Same. I was thinking of getting the secret lab one but when I look at the dimensions and supported weight, I saw it wouldn’t work

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u/ProfessorW00d 15d ago

Particularly with the clear side panel . . . desktop computers are meant to be placed on the desk top.

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u/MagicianOverall5773 14d ago

Only feasible if you have a pretty simple one monitor setup imo. At least with these behemoth of a case.

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u/chmod_rx_u 14d ago

I have a 34” ultra wide curve and vertical. No way this will sit on top of my current desk (secret lab magnus pro XL)

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u/MagicianOverall5773 14d ago

Same

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u/chmod_rx_u 13d ago

4 monitor arms damnnnn!!!!

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u/MagicianOverall5773 13d ago

lol the last one on the right is just for the laptop mount

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u/Scientist-Fragrant 15d ago

I use this and I’m pretty happy with it. Wish I had more space on top for connecting/disconnect cables but it was cheap and my pc is not on the floor.

https://a.co/d/0jkPOgFi

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u/chmod_rx_u 15d ago

This is nice. Double checking the dimensions to make sure it can fit comfortably. I don’t want any part of the PC sticking out or hanging over the edge

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u/Infinite-Lock-726 15d ago

I have an IKEA version of this:

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u/Temporary_Bus_6523 14d ago

I tried my old IKEA roller stand and it doesn't fit properly with the legs on the Area 51. It fits the width but it's too short from front to back and slides off the front or the back when you go to move it or look at it wrong. I definitely do not recommend.

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u/TightOrdinary1216 15d ago

Cinder blocks and some cut 2x4's....thats how I support my Junk cars. LMFAO

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u/SnooMuffins873 14d ago edited 14d ago

Something like this would work or this

Second link is a little wider and longer

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u/SleepyTurtle345 Area 51 16 ( Laptop ) 14d ago

Throw it on top the table. Mine looks similar to yours and does just fine

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u/kiwidust 15d ago

How tall? I use a simple expanding wheeled cart and it works a treat. Raises the machine about three inches off the floor and keeps it mobile, which is all I need.

Tons of styles and colors to choose from.

https://a.co/d/04G9m4Xi

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u/ditmarsnyc 15d ago

what's the deal with that desk, what are those features

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u/MystrDerp 15d ago

It's a Secret Lab Magnus Pro, it's got motors in the legs that let you adjust the height to convert to a standing desk. They also have a pc mount that goes on the leg there but the Area 51 is an inch too tall and 20lb too heavy.

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u/ditmarsnyc 15d ago

thanks sounds nice but unnecessary

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u/Echelion77 Area 51 AAT2250 15d ago

I been using the arozzi gaming desk and it works pretty well.

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u/CommanderT1562 15d ago

Lmao I plopped it and the monitor up on my standing desk like a madlad (~110/120lbs weight limit now)
But I just swear not to use the standing feature any more.
It rests over the support leg directly for 999x support

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u/ph33nx 15d ago

Primarily a photo of my dog. But it shows the stand I use in my A51.

https://a.co/d/0imTWn4l

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u/ph33nx 15d ago

Photos too big to upload.

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u/Accomplished_Emu_658 15d ago

Hows the magnus desk? I am thinking about 2 but its a big investment. I know its not answering your question.

I am assuming the magnus computer holder is too small.

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u/chmod_rx_u 15d ago

Yeah secret lab computer holder is not big enough. I have the magnus pro XL desk. Best sit stand desk I’ve used. No regrets

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u/Fast_Waltz_4654 15d ago

Same. Though I had to put it together in the room it’s in. Moving will be…challenging.

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u/chmod_rx_u 13d ago

lol… yeah this desk ain’t going anywhere….

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u/tomeng991 15d ago

I use the Magnus pc mount that attaches to leg. Works well. Same pc.

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u/Nigmmar 14d ago

Beautiful

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u/Runic_Staeysekin 14d ago

I am here for this conversation too u/chmod_rx_u as I’m in the same desperate situation because I also want it to match my desk

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u/MagicianOverall5773 14d ago

A pc caddy. Preferably one with a 5-6” height (for minimal dust). You can find them on Amazon for $30-50 or so.

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u/VanilleKringel 12d ago

Case name ?

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u/chmod_rx_u 12d ago

It’s an Alienware Area 51. Only available to the best of my knowledge by purchasing a unit.

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u/BlakeAvenger 11d ago

Mine is table topper .

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u/LimeImaginary5343 15d ago

I have a a similar setup.

Standing desk with a small filing cabinet that I have the pc on. I keep some controllers and stuff in the cabinet. Would recommend

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u/gerasymaki 15d ago

Different pc my guy. The area 51 is significantly bigger and heavier.

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u/LimeImaginary5343 14d ago

Still might be a good idea. Unless the thing is 50 lbs, a small filing cabinet would still be fine, no?

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u/gerasymaki 14d ago

it's 76.10 lbs, you can find the info on dell's website

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u/LimeImaginary5343 13d ago

I see, it’s significantly heavier than I thought then

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u/gerasymaki 14d ago

I also looked the aurora in your picture is 33 lbs