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Dell Alienware Aurora (2025) vs MSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
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ASUS ROG NUC (2025)61 of 152 fields differ
- 39 different values
- 22 known for one only
- 23 the same
- 68 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 76 desktop PCs.
- CPU coresA: 20B: 10Dell has 10 more.
- RAMA: 16GBB: 32GBMSI is 16 GB higher.
- User-facing USB portsA: 4B: 2Dell has 2 more.
- Graphics memoryA: 8GBB: 12GBMSI is 4 GB higher.
- Power supplyA: 500WB: 750WMSI is 250 W higher.
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- ADell: 197 × 418 mm
- BMSI: 212.9 × 482.6 mm
Weight
0 to 25 kg
All 160 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
D14NVP5-613US, CodR2D14NVP56131Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page model line: Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US. Amazon lists the model number CodR2D14NVP5613 for the same listing.2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Item details: Model Number CodR2D14NVP5613, Model Name Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US.
GTIN / EAN
Not available
8241424482291Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026The page shows 824142448229 in its product id line without a label. Amazon labels the same number as the UPC.2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Item details: UPC 824142448229.
Announced
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Predecessor
Dell Alienware Aurora R167Reviewtechradar.com/computing/gaming-pcs/alienware-aurora-act1250-gaming-desktopRead 23 October 2026TechRadar's review calls the Aurora ACT1250 the 2025 refresh of the Aurora R16 and calls the R16 the previous Aurora.
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Markets
Colours
Segment
Form factor
Tower (size tier not specified)4Maker product pagedell.com/en-hk/shop/pcs-desktop-computers/spd/alienwareauroraact1250Read 30 September 2026
Case
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Case dimensions
Width197Height418Depth458.4mm(7.8 × 16.5 × 18 in)3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1FmWiQgqVL.pdfRead 30 September 2026
Width212.85Height482.6Depth406.4mm(8.4 × 19 × 16 in)1Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page: 16 x 8.38 x 19 inches, labelled L x W x H. That gives depth 406.4 mm, width 212.85 mm and height 482.6 mm. Amazon gives the same three numbers without axes. SHI and CANEX list matching sizes for other Codex R2 configurations. It is not stated whether this is the system or the package size.
Case volume
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Weight
Case model
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Case materials
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Front panel
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Tool-less side panel
Dust filters
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VESA mount
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Display
None of 6 known
Screen size
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Native resolution
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Panel type
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Max refresh rate
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Touchscreen
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Brightness (SDR, claimed)
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Motherboard
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Motherboard
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Chipset
Motherboard form factor
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CPU socket
Expansion slots
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Mechanical slot type | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | 1 | Yes |
| PCIe x4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | Not available |
| M.2 E-key | Not available | Not available | 1 | Yes |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Mechanical slot type | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| PCIe x1 | 3 | 1 | Not available |
PCIe x16 slots
1
1
Free expansion slots
Not available
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Fan headers
Not available
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Overclocking in BIOS
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Processor
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Processor
Processor brand
Processor codename
Core configuration
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 8 | 2.4 | 5.2 |
| Efficiency | 12 | 1.8 | 4.6 |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Core type | Count | Base clock (GHz) | Max core turbo clock (GHz) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Performance | 6 | 2.5 | 4.7 |
| Efficiency | 4 | 1.8 | 3.5 |
CPU cores
20
10
Performance cores
8
6
Efficiency cores
12
4
Threads
Max core turbo clock
5.2GHz
4.7GHz
L3 cache
CPU core process node
CPU base power (chip rating)
Peak CPU power (configured)
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Unlocked multiplier
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NPU performance
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Integrated GPU
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Cooling
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CPU cooler
CPU cooler model
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Radiator size
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Radiator position
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Case fans
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Position | Fan rotors | RGB |
|---|---|---|
| Rear | 1 | Yes |
| Front | 1 | Not available |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Position | Fan rotors |
|---|---|
| Front | 3 |
| Rear | 1 |
Source2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Bullet: a dedicated RGB CPU air cooler and a four-fan airflow system. The listing images show three fans behind the mesh front and one fan at the rear. Fan sizes are not stated.4Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-desktops/msi-codex-r2-14-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review: four fans inside the case.
Number of case fans
2
4
Graphics
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Discrete GPU
GPU
GPU brand
Graphics card
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VRAM
VRAM type
GPU board power
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GPU boost clock
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Graphics card length
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Graphics card thickness
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GPU power connector
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Memory
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RAM
RAM type
Configured RAM speed
Not available
Rated kit speed
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Memory kit
Not available
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RAM upgrade
Memory slots
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Slot | Count |
|---|---|
| DIMM | 2 |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Slot | Count | Occupied | Module size (GB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIMM | 2 | Yes | 16 |
RAM slots
2
2
Free RAM slots
Not available
0
Max RAM for this CPU and GPU
Not available
ECC memory
Not available
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Storage
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Storage
1TB
1TB
Installed drives
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Capacity (GB) | Type | PCIe generation |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | NVMe SSD | 4 |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Capacity (GB) | Type | PCIe generation |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 | NVMe SSD | 4 |
Storage slots and bays
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Form factor | Interface | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | Yes |
| M.2 2280 | PCIe NVMe | 4 | 4 | 1 | No |
| 3.5-inch bay | SATA | Not available | Not available | 1 | No |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Interface | PCIe generation | Count | Occupied |
|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe NVMe | 4 | 1 | Yes |
M.2 slots
2
Not available
Free M.2 slots
1
0
Free drive bays
1
0
Fastest storage-slot PCIe generation
4
4
Power supply
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PSU rated output
PSU form factor
Not available
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PSU efficiency
Not available
Modular cables
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PSU model
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ATX version
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Native 12V-2x6 cable
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Ports
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User-facing I/O position
Not available
User-facing ports
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Power out (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 mm audio | Universal audio jack | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 3 | 5 | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | 15 |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | 5 |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | 5 |
| Mic in | Not available | 1 | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Headphone out | 1 | Not available |
Rear ports
ADell Alienware Aurora (2025)
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Thunderbolt or USB4 | DP Alt Mode | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C | USB4 | 1 | 20 | USB4 | No | Motherboard |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2 | 1 | 10 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 | 5 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 2 | 0.48 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Optical S/PDIF | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| Line out | Not available | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
| 3.5 mm audio | Line in | 1 | Not available | Not available | Not available | Motherboard |
BMSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US
| Type | Version | Count | Max stated link rate (Gbps) | Connected to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 2 | 5 | Motherboard |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 4 | 0.48 | Motherboard |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | 1 Gigabit Ethernet | 1 | 1 | Motherboard |
| HDMI | 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Graphics card |
| DisplayPort | Not available | 3 | Not available | Graphics card |
User-facing USB ports
4
2
User-facing USB-C ports
1
1
Rear USB ports
6
6
Thunderbolt
No
Not available
Ethernet speed
2.5Gbps
1Gbps
Discrete GPU output ports
0
4
Wireless
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Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, 6 GHz3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1FmWiQgqVL.pdfRead 30 September 2026
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Wi-Fi module
Not available
Wi-Fi antenna
Not available
Bluetooth
Camera and audio
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Webcam
Not available
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Built-in speaker drivers
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Total speaker power
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Microphones
Not available
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Audio features
Not available
7.1 channel HD audio with Realtek ALC897 codec1Retailer pageexcaliberpc.com/829401/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-gaming.htmlRead 16 October 2026Page: 7.1 HD Audio, Realtek ALC897. This is the motherboard codec.
Lighting
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RGB lighting
Lit parts
Front panel, Case fans3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1FmWiQgqVL.pdfRead 30 September 2026
Case fans, CPU cooler2Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0GP66WN2JRead 16 October 2026Bullet: dedicated RGB CPU air cooler. The listing images show lit fans behind the front mesh, and Tom's Guide says the case fans are RGB.4Reviewtomsguide.com/computing/gaming-desktops/msi-codex-r2-14-reviewRead 16 October 2026Review: RGB lighting lights the four fans inside the case.
Lighting standard
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Software
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Operating system
OS family
Control software
Upgradeability
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Proprietary parts
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Max graphics card length
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Max CPU cooler height
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Warranty kept after upgrade
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Measured performance
None of 8 known
Cinebench 2024 single-core
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Cinebench 2024 multi-core
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Geekbench single-core
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Geekbench multi-core
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3DMark Time Spy graphics
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3DMark Steel Nomad
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SSD sequential read (measured)
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Game frame rates
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Measured noise and temperature
None of 6 known
Fan noise per load
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Highest measured fan noise
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Measured fan noise at idle
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CPU temperature in stress test
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CPU clock in stress test
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GPU temperature while gaming
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Measured power
None of 6 known
Power draw idle
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Power draw gaming
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Power draw max
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Power draw sleep or off
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Sustained CPU power (measured)
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GPU power while gaming (measured)
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Certifications
None of 5 known
ENERGY STAR
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EPEAT
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Copilot+ PC
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Typical annual energy consumption (TEC)
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
Dell Wired Keyboard - KB216 - US English - Black, Dell Wired Mouse - MS116 - Black2Retailer pageshopabunda.com/products/alienware-aurora-gaming-desktop-act1250-intel-core-ultra-7-265kf-processor-air-cooled-nvidia-geforce-rtx-5060ti-16gb-ddr5-ram-1tb-ssd-500w-platinum-rated-psu-win-11-home-clear-panelRead 30 September 2026
MSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US, Power cable, MSI gaming keyboard and mouse3Retailer pagecomputers.woot.com/offers/msi-codex-r2-d14nvp5-613us-i5-14400f-rtx-5070z-1Read 16 October 2026Woot offer for this model number (factory reconditioned unit): 1 MSI Codex R2 D14NVP5-613US, power cable, MSI gaming keyboard and mouse. A new unit is assumed to ship with the same items.
Included extras
Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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Warranty service
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Links
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Product page
www.dell.com/en-us/shop/desktop-computers/spd/alienwareauroraact12505Maker product pagedell.com/en-us/shop/desktop-computers/spd/alienwareauroraact1250Read 30 September 2026
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Spec sheet
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Manual
dl.dell.com/content/manual26101715-alienware-aurora-act1250-owner-s-manual.pdf3Owner's manualm.media-amazon.com/images/I/B1FmWiQgqVL.pdfRead 30 September 2026Owner manual ACT1250: 197 mm wide, 418 mm high, 458.4 mm deep, max 15.37 kg. Z890 chipset. 1 PCIe Gen5 x16, 2 PCIe Gen4 x4, 1 WLAN M.2. 2 DDR5 UDIMMs, max 64 GB. 2 SSD slots M.2 2230/2280 Gen4 x4, optional 3.5-inch HDD. Front: audio, 3 USB-A 5 Gbps, 1 USB-C 10 Gbps PowerShare 15 W. Rear: USB-C USB4 data only 20 Gbps, USB-C 10 Gbps, 2 USB-A 5 Gbps, 2 USB-A USB 2.0, RJ45 2.5 Gbps, S/PDIF, line in and line out. BE200 Wi-Fi 7 bands 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz, BT 5.4, Killer E3100G. Internal antenna part. Cover release latch. GPU clearance 305 mm. Scope: shared ACT1250 platform. Older manual RTX 40 card tables are excluded.
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EPREL registration number
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