Introduction
LAITS determines /wiki/spaces/LAITS/pages/77235260 as well as Recommended Models. We also have a list of Optional Accessories.
For Printer Recommendations, see our LAITS Printer Recommendations 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, with the standard models highlighted in green. There will duplicate recommendations due to overlapping needs. A PDF version of the 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.
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15" MacBook Pro
13" MacBook Air
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13" MacBook Pro
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iPad Pro
iPad mini 4
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Optiplex 7450AIO
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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 E7490
Standard Portable PC Recommendation. Add Recommended Display, Wireless Peripherals, and E-Port Plus Dock for MDSC.
65W AC Adapter, 3-pin.
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Intel Integrated HD Graphics 620
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12" Latitude 7290
Ultra-portable PC Recommendation. Add Recommended Display, Wireless Peripherals, and Dell Dock for MDSC.
Dell 65w AC Adapter, 3-pin
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12" Latitude E7285
Tablet and 2-in-1 PC Recommendation.
Dell 30w Type C Adapter.
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Intel Core i5-7Y57 3.3GHz
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256GB Class 35 SSD
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Intel HD 5300 Graphics
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15" Precision M5520
Performance Portable PC Recommendation. ARCH.
Dell 130w Adapter.
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NVIDIA Quadro M1200 w/4GB
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12 Hours (81Whr)
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14" Latitude E5490
Budget Portable PC Recommendation.
Dell 65w Adapter.
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2.6GHz Intel Core i5
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256GB Class 20 SSD
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Desktops
Optiplex 7050SFF
Standard Desktop PC Recommendation. Replace Wired Peripheral selection with Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set for MDSC.
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Precision T3620
Performance Desktop PC Recommendation.
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512GB Class 40 SSD
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Radeon Pro WX 4100
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Optiplex 7450AIO
All in One Desktop PC Recommendation. Replace Wired Peripheral selection with Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set for MDSC.
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AIO 23.8, FHD WLED NonTouch with Camera, Discrete Graphics, Platinum PSU
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Optiplex 5050SFF
Budget Desktop PC Recommendation.
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$706.92 without Recommended Display / $860.91 with Recommended Display
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Optiplex 7050M Micro Form Factor
Classroom Desktop PC.
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Portable
15" MacBook Pro (S)
Standard Portable Mac Recommendation. Silver or Space Gray
USB-C 87W Power Adapter
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USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter: HDMI-enabled TV or display in up to 1080p at 60Hz or UHD (3840 by 2160) at 30Hz, while also connecting a standard USB device and a USB-C charging cable (up to 60W power pass-through). [Add $69.00]
13" MacBook Air
Standard and Budget Mac Recommendation.
MagSafe 2 45W Power Adapter.
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Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter, Apple USB to Ethernet Adapter, Apple Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s)
13" MacBook Pro
Ultra-portable Recommendation. Silver or Space Gray
USB-C 29W Power Adapter.
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13-inch LED-backlit IPS display (2304 x 1440)
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USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter: HDMI-enabled TV or display in up to 1080p at 60Hz or UHD (3840 by 2160) at 30Hz, while also connecting a standard USB device and a USB-C charging cable (up to 60W power pass-through). [Add $69.00]
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Tablet and 2-in-1 Mac Recommendation. With WiFi, no cellular. Silver.
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2.26 GHz dual-core A9X chip with 64‑bit architecture
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iPad mini 4
Tablet Mac Recommendation. With WiFi, no cellular. Space Gray.
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A8 chip with 64‑bit architecture
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Desktops
27" iMac
Standard and All in One Desktop Mac Recommendation.
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AMD Radeon R9 M380
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21.5" iMac
Budget Desktop Mac Recommendation. NURS.
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Mac Pro
Performance Desktop Mac Recommendation.
Cost | $3,339.00 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
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Dell 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
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Dell 27" Professional Monitor
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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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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
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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 |
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Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set | 580-ADTY | $35.49Dell KM714 | $62.99 | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | MLA02LL/A | $79.00 | |
DellUSB Slim DVD Drive | 429-AAUX | $50.69Wireless 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 |
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Dell E-Port Plus Docking Station | 331-6304 | $153.99 | **Belkin Thunderbolt 2 Dock | 3551165 (from CDW-G) | $287.99 | |||||
Dell Dock WD15 130W | 450-AFGM | $141.99 | Dell Dock WD15 180W | 450-AEUO | $141.99WD19 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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