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 3/25/26. All prices are subject to change.

***Please note, due to the current situation, pricing may fluctuate and shipping may be delayed. Please contact for quote.***

Windows Computer

Laptop

Dell Pro 14 Plus - PB14250

• Specifications
  • 14" Screen
  • Intel Core Ultra 7 268V vPro (48 TOPS NPU, 8 Core, up to 5GHz)
  • 32GB LPDDR5, 8533 MT/s Memory
  • 512GB SSD
  • Intel BE201 Wi-Fi 7 2x2, Bluetooth 5.4 Technology, Wireless Card
  • 65W AC Adapter USB Type-C
  • 5 Year Hardware Warranty
• Order Code rcrc1112802-8326350
• Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/dell-pro-14-plus/spd/dell-pro-pb14250-2-in-1-laptop/gcto_pb14250_usx?redirectTo=SOC

Accessories

• Dell Dock - WD25
• Estimated price, subject to change: $155
  • This allows a you to attach multiple monitors and USB devices to your computer using only one computer port.
  • Order Code Wd25sap
  • Dell Part #: 210-BDPX
  • Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-pro-dock-wd25/apd/210-brpx/docks

MacOS Computers

Laptop

14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro Chip and AppleCare+ for School (4-year)

• Specifications
  • Apple M5 Chip with 18-core CPU, 20-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine
  • 24GB unified memory
  • 1TB SSD storage
  • 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Three Thunderbolt 5 ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, 3.5mm headphone jack, Magsafe 3 port
• Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-edu/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-black-standard-display-apple-m5-pro-chip-18-core-cpu-20-core-gpu-24gb-memory-1tb-storage

16-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Max Chip and AppleCare+ for School (4-year)

• Specifications
  • Apple M5 Max with 18-core CPU, 32-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
  • 36GB Unified memory
  • 2TB SSD storage
  • 16-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
  • Three Thunderbolt 5 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-standard-display-apple-m5-max-chip-18-core-cpu-32-core-gpu-36gb-memory-2tb-storage

Accessories

• CalDigit Thunderbolt Station 5 Dock
  • Estimated price, subject to change: $399.95
  • 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/hs9q2zm/a/caldigit-ts5-thunderbolt-dock?fnode=3cfb57f7103f5b511e4c291c0989280a246325f810e11ac169626fcfad81f11398c1c19a5009d362658542a29470af5bb4392ebb5a8b7639c33358179c3414dfbd2f6ac8a07a80b5d6b035b97bfb02cc3f954c340f8a9187a10c93115257bb09
• 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 U2424H

Estimated price, subject to change: $178.00

• 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
    • 2 USB Type-A 3.2 Downstream Ports
    • 1 Audio Line-out Port
• Order Code: u2424hsap
• Dell Part #: 210-BKRR
• Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-ultrasharp-24-monitor-u2424h/apd/210-bkrr/monitors-monitor-accessories

Dell P3225QE

Estimated price, subject to change: $422.00

• Specifications
  • 32-inch Monitor
  • 4K 3840x2160
  • Available Ports:
    • 1 HDMI Port
    • 1 Display Port
    • 1 USB Type-C 5Gbps Upstream with Power Delivery (up to 90W)
    • 1 USB Type-C 5Gbps Downstream Port
    • 3 USB Type-A 5Gbps Downstream Port
    • 1 RJ-45
• Order Code: P3225qesap
• Dell Part #: 210-BRJC
• Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-pro-32-plus-4k-usb-c-hub-monitor-p3225qe/apd/210-brjc/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: $210.32

• 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

Belkin 12-Outlet Surge Protector

Estimated Price, subject to change: $39.02

• Recommended for all computers and other electronic equipment.
• CDW Part: 7325715
• Product Page: https://www.cdwg.com/product/belkin-6ft-cable-powers-15-devices/7325715?pfm=srh

Page Reviewed: 3/25/26