Introduction
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Introduction
LAITS determines /wiki/spaces/LAITS/pages/77235260 as well as Recommended Models. We also have a list of of Optional Accessories.
For Printer Recommendations, see our ATS Printer Recommendations pageour LAITS Recommended Printers page.
Adhering to these Standards prevents the following issues:
- No Encryption due to lack of TPM Chip
- Encryption is required by the State
- Long lead time to prepare non-standard computer
Recommended Models
These are the models we recommend for each use listed in the left column. There will duplicate recommendations due to overlapping needs. The specifications are linked within the table. A PDF version of the Standard Recommended Models is available on Box. All costs are subject to change.
Any model that is not on this list requires evaluation and approval by the Lifecycle Manager before being purchased.
PC (Dell) | Mac (Apple) | |||
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Portable | Desktops | Portable | Desktops | |
Budget | 14" Latitude E5470 | Optiplex 5040SFF | 13" MacBook Air | 21.5" iMac |
Standard | 14" Latitude E7470 | Optiplex 7040SFF | 27" iMac | |
Ultra-portable | 13" Latitude E7370 | |||
2-in-1 | 12" Latitude E7275 | iPad Pro | ||
Tablet | 12" Latitude E7275 | |||
Performance | 15" Precision M5510 | Precision T3620 | 15" MacBook Pro (P) | Mac Pro |
All in One | Optiplex 7440AIO | 27" iMac | ||
Classroom | Optiplex 7040M | Mac mini |
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All Dells should be purchased with the following:
- 3 Year ProSupport with Next Business Day Onsite Service
- Keep Your Hard Drive, 3 Years
- Windows (for licensing purposes)
All Dell should be purchased without an Opal SED (Self-encrypting drive). Self-encrypting drives are problematic and should be avoided.
Do not purchase XPS models.
Costs are subject to change.
Portable
14" Latitude E7470
Standard Portable PC Recommendation.
Cost | $1,134.88 |
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Processor | i5 6300U Dual Core 2.4 GHz |
Memory | 8 GB DDR4 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD M.2 |
Graphics | Intel Integrated HD Graphics GT2 |
Ports | Ethernet, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI, 3x USB 3.0, Stereo, SIM, SD |
Display | Built-in 14" FHD (1920 x 1080) |
Battery Life | 11 Hours (3-cell 37 Whr Lithium Polymer battery with ExpressCharge) |
Weight | 3.32 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Dell Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Dell E-Port Plus Dock, Additional Display(s) |
13" Latitude E7370
Ultra-portable PC Recommendation.
Cost | $1,207.50 |
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Processor | m5-6Y54 1.1 GHz up to 2.7 GHz |
Memory | 8 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB PCIe SSD M.2 |
Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 515 |
Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 3, Micro HDMI, USB 3.0, Stereo, Micro SIM, Micro SD |
Display | 13.3" FHD (1920 x 1080) |
Battery Life | 4-Cell 34 Whr ExpressCharge Capable Battery |
Weight | 2.48 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Dell Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Dell USB 3.0 to Ethernet Adapter, Dell Dock, Additional Display(s) |
12" Latitude E7275
Tablet and 2-in-1 PC Recommendation.
Cost | $1,073.18 |
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Processor | m5-6Y57 1.1 GHz up to 2.8 GHz |
Memory | 8GB DDR3L RAM |
Storage | 128 GB SSD M.2 |
Graphics | Intel HD 5300 Graphics |
Ports | 2 x USB 3.1 Type C (Thunderbolt), SD, I2C for Keyboard Connection (Dell Latitude12 Slim Keyboard) |
Display | 12.5" 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) Touch |
Battery Life | 8 Hours (3C 31WHr) |
Weight | 1.61 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Dell Dock, Dell Thunderbolt Dock, Dell USB-C to VGA, Dell USB-C to HDMI/VGA/Ethernet/USB 3.0, Dell USB-C to Ethernet |
15" Precision M5510
Performance Portable PC Recommendation. ARCH.
Cost | $1,725.78 |
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Processor | i7 6820HQ Dual Core 2.7 GHz |
Memory | 16 GB DDR4 RAM |
Storage | 512 GB SSD M.2 |
Graphics | Nvidia Quadro M1000M w/2GB GDDR5 |
Ports | Ethernet, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI, Thunderbolt 3, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SD |
Display | Built-in 15.6" UltraSharp FHD IPS (1920x1080) |
Battery Life | 12 Hours (81Whr) |
Weight | 3.93 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Dell Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Dell Dock, Dell Thunderbolt Dock, Additional Display(s) |
14" Latitude E5470
Budget Portable PC Recommendation.
Cost | $1,090.50 |
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Processor | i5 6300U Dual Core 2.3 GHz |
Memory | 8GB DDR3L RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 520 |
Ports | Ethernet, HDMI, VGA, 3x USB 3.0, SD, Stereo |
Display | 14.0" FHD (1920x1080) Anti-Glare LCD, Camera WLAN/WWAN/WIGIG |
Battery Life | Primary 4-cell 51W/HR Battery |
Weight | 3.88 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Dell E-Port Plus Dock, Additional Display(s) |
Desktops
Optiplex 7040SFF
Standard Desktop PC Recommendation.
Cost | $925.73 without Recommended Display / $1,175.73 with Recommended Display |
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Processor | i7 6700 Quad Core 3.4 GHz |
Memory | 16 GB DDR4 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe |
Graphics | AMD Radeon R5 340X (2GB DP/DVI-I) |
Ports | Ethernet, DisplayPort, DVI-I, 6x USB 3.0, 4x USB 2.0, Stereo, Line In, Serial, PS/2 |
Display | External 24" Ultrasharp Monitor |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Precision T3620
Performance Desktop PC Recommendation.
Cost | $1,642.16 without Recommended Display / $1,892.16 with Recommended Display |
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Processor | Xeon Quad Core 3.5 GHz |
Memory | 32 GB RAM |
Storage | 512 GB SSD M.2 |
Graphics | AMD FirePro W5100 4 GB |
Ports | 2x DisplayPort, Thunderbolt, 4x USB 2.0, 6x USB 3.0, Serial |
Display | External 24" Ultrasharp Monitor |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Optiplex 7440AIO
All in One Desktop PC Recommendation. MDSC.
Cost | $1,130.64 |
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Processor | i5 6600 Quad Core 3.2 GHz |
Memory | 16GB DDR4 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB PCIe SSD M.2 |
Graphics | AMD R7 A370 2GB |
Ports | 6x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, Stereo, Line In |
Display | AIO 23.8, FHD WLED NonTouch with Camera, Discrete Graphics, Platinum PSU |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Optiplex 5040SFF
Budget Desktop PC Recommendation.
Cost | $702.43 without Recommended Display / $952.43 with Recommended Display |
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Processor | i5 6500 Quad Core 3.2GHz |
Memory | 8GB DDR3L RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel Integrated Graphics |
Ports | 6x USB 3.0, 5x USB 2.0, Ethernet, Serial, DisplayPort, HDMI, PS/2, UAJ, Line-out |
Display | External 24" Ultrasharp Monitor |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Optiplex 7040M
Classroom Desktop PC.
Cost | $810.64 |
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Processor | i5 6600T Quad Core 2.7 GHz |
Memory | 16GB DDR4 RAM |
Storage | 256GB PCIe SSD M.2 |
Graphics | Intel Integrated Graphics |
Ports | 6x USB 3.0, Ethernet, DisplayPort, UAJ, Line-out, HDMI |
Display | External 24" Ultrasharp Monitor |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
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Portable
15" MacBook Pro (S)
Standard Portable Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $1,899.00 |
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Processor | i7 2.2 GHz Quad Core |
Memory | 16 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel Iris Pro Graphics |
Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC |
Display | 15" |
Battery Life | 9 Hours |
Weight | 4.49 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s) |
13" MacBook Air
Standard and Budget Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $1,149.00 |
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Processor | i5 1.6 GHz Dual Core |
Memory | 8 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 6000 |
Ports | Thunderbolt 2, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC |
Display | 13" |
Battery Life | 12 Hours |
Weight | 2.96 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s) |
12" MacBook
Ultra-portable Recommendation. Silver.
Cost | $1,249.00 |
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Processor | Intel Core M 1.1 GHz (up to 2.4 GHz) |
Memory | 8 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 5300 |
Ports | USB-C, Stereo |
Display | 12-inch LED-backlit IPS display (2304 x 1440) |
Battery Life | 9 Hours |
Weight | 2.03 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Belkin USB-C to VGA Adapter, Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter, Belkin USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s) |
15" MacBook Pro (P)
Performance Portable Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $2,479.00 |
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Processor | i7 2.8 GHz Dual Core |
Memory | 16 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 512 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel Iris Pro Graphics + AMD Radeon R9 M370X 2GB GDDR5 |
Ports | 2x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC |
Display | 15" |
Battery Life | 9 Hours |
Weight | 4.49 lbs |
Optional Accessories | Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s) |
iPad Pro
Tablet and 2-in-1 Mac Recommendation. With WiFi, no cellular. Silver.
Cost | $929.00 |
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Processor | 2.26 GHz dual-core A9X chip with 64‑bit architecture |
Memory | 4 GB LPDDR4 RAM |
Storage | 128 GB SSD |
Graphics | 2732 x 2048 resolution |
Ports | Lightning |
Display | 12.9" LED-backlit Multi-Touch display |
Battery Life | 10 Hours (38.5‐watt‐hour rechargeable lithium‐polymer battery) |
Weight | 1.57 Lbs |
Optional Accessories |
iPad Air 2
Tablet Mac Recommendation. With WiFi, no cellular. Silver.
Cost | $479.00 |
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Processor | 1.5GHz tri-core A8X chip with 64-bit architecture |
Memory | 2GB LPDDR3 RAM |
Storage | 64 GB SSD |
Graphics | 2048 x 1536 |
Ports | Lightning |
Display | 9.7" LED-backlit widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology |
Battery Life | 10 Hours (Built-in 27.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery) |
Weight | 0.98 Lbs |
Optional Accessories |
Desktops
27" iMac
Standard and All in One Desktop Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $1,879.00 |
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Processor | i5 3.2 GHz Quad Core |
Memory | 8 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD ($270 for 512 GB SSD) |
Graphics | AMD Radeon R9 M380 2GB of GDDR5 |
Ports | Ethernet, 2x Thunderbolt 2, 4x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC |
Display | 27" Retina 5K with IPS technology (5120 x 2880) |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
21.5" iMac
Budget Desktop Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $1,429.00 |
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Processor | i5 2.8 GHZ Quad Core |
Memory | 8 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel Iris Pro Graphics 6200 |
Ports | Ethernet, 2x Thunderbolt 2, 4x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC |
Display | 21.5" LED-backlit with IPS technology (1920 x 1080) |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Mac Pro
Performance Desktop Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $4,329.00 without Recommended Display |
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Processor | 3.5GHz 6-Core Intel Xeon E5 with 12MB L3 cache, Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz |
Memory | 32GB DDR3 ECC RAM |
Storage | 512 GB PCIe SSD |
Graphics | Dual AMD FirePro D500 with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM each |
Ports | 2x Ethernet, 6x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 4x USB 3 ports, 1.4 port |
Display | External 24" Ultrasharp Monitor |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Mac mini
Classroom Desktop Mac. NURS.
Cost | $1,159.00 without Recommended Display |
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Processor | i5 2.8 GHz Quad Core |
Memory | 16 GB DDR3 RAM |
Storage | 256 GB SSD |
Graphics | Intel Iris Graphics |
Ports | Ethernet, 2x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 4x USB 3 ports, Audio in, Headphone, SDXC, IR receiver |
Display | External 24" Ultrasharp Monitor |
Optional Accessories | Additional Display(s) |
Optional Accessories
Displays
PC | Mac | |||||
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Name | Number | Cost | Name | Number | Cost | |
Dell 24" Ultrasharp Monitor | U2417H | $250.00 | ||||
Dell 27" Professional Monitor | P2717H | $311.99 |
Use the Arrows to see the full list of LAITS recommended models. Updated (7/15/2024)
Prices and model availability are subject to change. Contact rvogel@austin.utexas.edu for special quotes.
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Optional Accessories
Displays
There are many options for Dell monitors, however, these are the most popular and offer the most features and best displays available. HUB monitors will allow for a single USB-C cable connection (between laptop and monitor) to provide power to a laptop and audio/video. For most faculty/staff, there will be no need for a docking station with the purchase of a HUB monitor.
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Displays | |||
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Name | Number | Resolution | Cost |
Dell 27 Video Conferencing Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station) built-in as well as a camera & microphone. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. Maximum Refresh Rate 76 Hz. Backlit LED Panel | P2724DEB | 2560 x 1440 | $437.99 |
Dell 27" USB-C Hub Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station). No built-in camera, microphone, or speakers. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. 60 Hz refresh rate. Backlit LED Panel | P2725HE | 1920 x 1080 | $232.22 |
Dell 27” USB-C Hub Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station). No built-in camera, microphone, or speakers. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. 60 Hz refresh rate. Backlit LED Panel | U2724DE | 2560x1440 | $474.49 |
Dell 34” Curved Video Conferencing Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station) built-in as well as a camera & microphone. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. Maximum Refresh Rate 76 Hz. Backlit LED Panel | C3424WE | 3440 x 1440 | $627.79 |
Dell The Dell UltraSharp 34 USB-C Hub Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station). No built-in camera, microphone, or speakers. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. Maximum Refresh Rate 85 Hz. LCD Panel | U3425WE | 3440 x 1440 | $744.59 |
Dell UltraSharp 38 Curved USB-C Hub Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station). No built-in camera, microphone, or speakers. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. 60 Hz refresh rate. Backlit LED Panel | U3824DW | 3840 x 1600 | $1,116.89 |
Dell UltraSharp 43 4K USB-C Monitor - This monitor has a HUB (docking station). No built-in camera, microphone, or speakers. Purchasing this monitor with a new computer (Mac or PC) will not require a docking station. 60 Hz refresh rate. Backlit LED Panel | U4323QE | 3840 x2160 | $802.99 |
49" Curved UltraSharp Monitor - No HUB, just monitor: Connectivity types: 2 x HDMI, 1 x DP, 5 x USB 3.0 Downstream, 2 x USB 3.0 Upstream, 1 x USB Type-C Power Delivery. 60 Hz refresh rate. Backlit LED Panel | U4924DW | 5120 x 1440 | $1,240.99 |
Adapters
PC | Mac | |||||
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Name | Number | Cost | Name | Number | Cost | |
Dell Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter |
332-2270 | $29.57 | Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter | MB572Z/B | $29.00 | |
Dell Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter | 332-2272 | $25.34 | Apple Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter | MB570LL/B | $29.00 |
Dell USB-C to VGA | 470-ABNC | $33.79 | Belkin USB-C to VGA Adapter | F2CU037dsWHTAPL | $39.95 |
Dell USB-C to HDMI/VGA/Ethernet/USB 3.0 | 470-ABQN | $63.37 | Apple USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter | MJ1L2AM/A | $79.00 |
Dell USB 3.0 to Ethernet Adapter | 443-BBBD | $33.79 | Apple USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter | MJ1K2AM/A | $79.00 |
Dell USB-C to Ethernet | 470-ABND | $38.02 | Apple USB to Ethernet Adapter | MC704LL/A | $29.00 |
Dell USB-C to USB-A |
470-ABNE | $16.89 | Belkin USB-C to Ethernet Adapter | F2CU040dsWHTAPL | $34.95 |
Startech USB-C to Ethernet Adapter | US1GC30A | $37.09 | |||
Apple Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter | MD463LL/A | $29.00 |
Apple Mini DisplayPort to Dual-Link DVI Adapter | MB571LL/A | $99.00 |
Apple USB-C to USB Adapter | MJ1M2AM/A | $19.00 |
Apple Thunderbolt to FireWire Adapter | MD464LL/A | $29.00 |
Cables & Power
PC | Mac | |||||
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Name | Number | Cost | Name | Number | Cost |
Dell 65w Adapter | 332-1831 | $42.59 | Apple Thunderbolt Cable 2m | MD861BE/A | $39.00 |
Dell 45w Type C Adapter | 492-BBUU | $35.49 | Apple USB-C Cable 2m | MJWT2AM/A | $29.00 |
Dell 30w Type C Adapter | 492-BBSP | $35.49 | Apple MagSafe Power Adapter (45W) | MC747LL/A | $79.00 |
Dell 130w Adapter | 332-1829 | $63.89 | Apple MagSafe Power Adapter (60W) | MC461LL/A | $79.00 |
Apple MagSafe Power Adapter (85W) | MC556LL/B | $79.00 |
Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (45W) | MD592LL/A | $79.00 |
Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (60W) | MD565LL/A | $79.00 |
Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (85W) | MD506LL/A | $79.00 |
Apple USB-C Power Adapter (29W) | MJ262LL/A | $49.00 |
Apple MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter | MD504LL/A | $9.99 |
Peripherals
PC | Mac | |||||
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Name | Number | Cost | Name | Number | Cost | |
Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set |
Dell KM714 | $62.99 | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | MLA02LL/A | $79.00 |
Dell |
Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set | Dell KM636 | $34.99 | Apple Magic Trackpad 2 | MJ2R2LL/A | $129.00 |
Dell USB Slim DVD Drive | 429-AAUX | $50.69 | Apple Magic Keyboard | MLA22LL/A | $99.00 |
Apple Wired Mouse | MB112LL/B | $49.00 |
Apple Wired Keyboard | MB110LL/B | $49.00 |
Apple SuperDrive | MD564LL/A | $79.00 |
Docking Stations
PC | Mac | |||||
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Name | Number | Cost | Name | Number | Cost |
Dell E-Port Plus Dock
Belkin Thunderbolt 2 Dock
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WD19 130w - 180w AC | $190.19 | CalDigit TS3 Plus | HMX12ZM/A | $249.95 |
**Note about dual displays with the Belkin Thunderbolt 2 Dock: At least one display has to be Thunderbolt or Thunderbolt 2 technology-ready. For displays that are not Thunderbolt technology-ready, the Thunderbolt port is backwards compatible with Mini DisplayPort. The dock supports either HDMI or Mini DisplayPort, but not both. We are working on another recommendation.
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