Recommended Equipment

These are the computers and accessories that IGB IT recommends for new computer purchases. If you need a special configuration that isn't included here, we will work with you to configure a computer that will meet your specific needs. All prices are estimates as of 1/28/25. All prices are subject to change.

***Please note, due to chip shortages, shipping for some items may be delayed.***

Windows Computer

Laptop

Dell Latitude 7450

Estimated price, subject to change: $1,560.00

• Specifications
  • 14" Screen
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 165H vPro (16 Core, 24MB Cache, up to 5.0GHz Max Turbo)
  • 16GB LPDDR5x Memory
  • 512GB M.2 2230, TLC PCIe Gen 4 NVMe, SSD
  • Intel BE200 Wi-Fi 7 2x2, Bluetooth 5.4 Technology, Wireless Card
  • 5 Year Hardware Warranty
• Order Code rcrc1112802-7784104
• Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/new-latitude-7450-laptop/spd/latitude-14-7450-2-in-1-laptop/s016l7450usvp?ref=variantstack

Accessories

• Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4
• Estimated price, subject to change: $196
  • This allows a you to attach multiple monitors and USB devices to your computer using only one computer port.
  • Order Code Wd22tb4sap
  • Dell Part #: 210-BDQH
  • Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-thunderbolt-dock-wd22tb4/apd/210-bdqh/pc-accessories

MacOS Computers

Laptop

14-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Pro Chip and AppleCare+ for School (4-year)

***This Mac can support more than 1 external monitor***

Estimated price, subject to change: $2,348.00

• Specifications
  • Apple M3 Chip with 11-core CPU, 14-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine
  • 18GB unified memory
  • 1TB SSD storage
  • 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Two Thunderbolt 4 ports/USB 4 ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, headphone jack, Magsafe 3 port
• Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-edu/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-black-apple-m3-pro-with-11-core-cpu-and-14-core-gpu-18gb-memory-512gb

16-inch MacBook Pro with M3 Max Chip and AppleCare+ for School (4-year)

***This Mac can support more than 1 external monitor***

Estimated price, subject to change: $3,598.00

• Specifications
  • Apple M3 Max with 14-core CPU, 30-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
  • 36GB Unified memory
  • 1TB SSD storage
  • 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Three Thunderbolt 4 Ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, headphone jack, MagSafe 3 port
  • 140W USB-C Power Adapter
• Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-edu/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/16-inch-space-black-apple-m3-max-with-14-core-cpu-and-30-core-gpu-36gb-memory-1tb

Accessories

• CalDigit Thunderbolt 4 Pro Dock
  • Estimated price, subject to change: $329.95
  • This allows a you to attach multiple monitors and USB devices to your computer using only one computer port.
  • Product Page: https://www.apple.com/shop/product/HRJK2ZM/A/caldigit-thunderbolt-4-pro-dock
• Since this laptop only has Thunderbolt ports, we also recommend the following adapters:
  • USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter
    • Estimated price, subject to change: $69.00
    • Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-edu/shop/product/MW5M3AM/A/usb-c-digital-av-multiport-adapter
  • USB-C to USB Adapter
    • Estimated price, subject to change: $19.00
    • Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-hed/shop/product/MJ1M2AM/A/usb-c-to-usb-adapter
  • Belkin USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
    • Estimated price, subject to change: $21.99
    • CDW Part:3924731
    • Product Page: https://www.cdw.com/product/belkin-usb-c-to-gigabit-ethernet-adapter-usb-type-c-rj45-black/3924731?pfm=srh

Accessories

Monitors

Dell U2424HE

Estimated price, subject to change: $220.00

• Specifications
  • 24-inch Monitor
  • Full HD (1080p) 1920x1080 at 120 Hz
  • Available Ports:
    • 1 HDMI Port
    • 1 Display Port
    • 1 Display Port Out
    • 1 USB Type-C 3.2 Upstream Port
    • 3 USB Type-A 3.2 Downstream Ports
    • 1 Audio Line-out Port
    • 1 RJ-45 port
• Order Code: u2424hesap
• Dell Part #: 210-BKRY
• Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-ultrasharp-24-usb-c-hub-monitor-u2424he/apd/210-bkry/monitors-monitor-accessories

Dell P3223QE

Estimated price, subject to change: $347

• Specifications
  • 32-inch Monitor
  • 4K 3840x2160 at 60Hz
  • Available Ports:
    • 1 HDMI Port
    • 1 Display Port
    • 1 USB Type-C Upstream with Power Delivery (up to 90W, HDCP 2.2)
    • 1 USB Type-C 3.2 Upstream Port
    • 4 USB Type-A 3.2 Downstream Port
    • 1 RJ-45
• Order Code: p3223qesap
• Dell Part #: 210-BDQC
• Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-32-monitor-p3223qe/apd/210-bdqc/monitors-monitor-accessories

Video Conferencing

Logitech C920S HD Pro Web Camera

Estimated price, subject to change: $57.39

• CDW Part: 5479466
• Product Page: https://www.cdwg.com/product/logitech-hd-pro-webcam-c920s-web-camera/5479466?pfm=srh

Logitech USB Headset H390

• Estimated price, subject to change: $26.32

• CDW Part: 1304366
• Product Page: https://www.cdwg.com/product/logitech-usb-headset-h390-headset/1304366?enkwrd=h390+headset

Phone

Yealink MP54 E2 - Teams - VoIP phone

Estimated price, subject to change: $205.40

• Compatible with MS Teams.
• This IP phone will allow you to make and receiving calls using your campus assigned phone number.
• If you do not have a campus assigned phone number, you can request one at this link: https://www.igb.illinois.edu/telephone_account
• CDW Part: 8056441
• Product Page: https://www.cdwg.com/product/yealink-mp54-e2-voip-phone-with-bluetooth-interface/8056441?pfm=srh

Surge Strip

APC 8-Outlet Surge Protector

Estimated Price, subject to change: $21.77

• Recommended for all computers and other electronic equipment.
• CDW Part: 4978454
• Product Page: https://www.cdw.com/product/apc-8-outlet-surge-protector-6ft-cord-2160-joules-home-office-black/4978454?pfm=srh

Page Reviewed: 1/28/25