Recommended Equipment
Contents
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 8/17/22. All prices are subject to change.
***Please note, due to chip shortages, shipping for some items may be delayed.***
Windows Computer[edit]
Laptop[edit]
Dell Latitude 7430
Estimated price, subject to change: $1,564.00
- Specifications
- 14" Screen
- 12th Generation Intel Core i7-1265U Processor (10 Core, 12M Cache, up to 4.8GHz)
- 16GB DDR4 Memory
- M.2 512GB PCIe NVMe Class 40 Solid State Drive
- Intel Iris XE Graphics
- 3 Year Hardware Warranty
- Order Code s104l7430usvp
- Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/shop/dell-laptops/dell-latitude-7430-laptop-or-2-in-1/spd/latitude-14-7430-2-in-1-laptop/gctol7430usvp?redirectTo=SOC
Accessories
- Dell Thunderbolt Dock - WD22TB4
- Estimated price, subject to change: $250
- 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[edit]
Laptop[edit]
13-inch MacBook Pro with M2 Chip and AppleCare+ for School (4-year)
***This Mac only supports 1 external monitor***
Estimated price, subject to change: $1,828.00
- Specifications
- Apple M2 Chip with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine
- 16GB unified memory
- 512GB SSD storage
- 13-inch Retina display with True Tone
- Two Thunderbolt 4 ports
- Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-edu/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/13-inch-space-gray-apple-m2-chip-with-8-core-cpu-and-10-core-gpu-512gb
14-inch MacBook Pro with M1 Pro Chip and AppleCare+ for School (4-year)
***This Mac can support more than 1 external monitor***
Estimated price, subject to change: $2,148.00
- Specifications
- Apple M1 Pro with 8-core CPU, 14-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
- 16GB Unified memory
- 512GB SSD storage
- 14-inch Liquid Retina XDR display
- Three Thunderbolt 3 Ports, HDMI port, SDXC card slot, MagSafe 3 port
- 67W USB-C Power Adapter
- Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-hed/shop/buy-mac/macbook-pro/14-inch-space-gray-8-core-cpu-14-core-gpu-512gb
Accessories
- CalDigit TS3 Plus Thunderbolt 3 Dock
- Estimated price, subject to change: $299.95
- 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/us-hed/shop/product/HMX12ZM/A/caldigit-ts3-plus-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-hed/shop/product/MUF82AM/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: $29.99
- Product Page: https://www.apple.com/us-hed/shop/product/HJKF2ZM/A/belkin-usb-c-to-gigabit-ethernet-adapter
- USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter
Accessories[edit]
Monitors[edit]
Dell P2422H
Estimated price, subject to change: $202.00
- Specifications
- 24-inch Monitor
- Full HD (1080p) 1920x1080 at 60Hz
- Available Ports:
- 1 Display Port
- 1 HDMI Port
- 1 VGA Port
- 1 USB 3.2 upstream port
- 4 USB 3.2 downstream ports
- Order Code P2422HSAP
- Dell Part #: 210-BBCC
- Product Page: https://www.dell.com/en-us/work/shop/dell-24-monitor-p2422h/apd/210-bbcc/monitors-monitor-accessories#techspecs_section
Video Conferencing[edit]
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: $26.33
- CDW Part: 1304366
- Product Page: https://www.cdwg.com/product/logitech-usb-headset-h390-headset/1304366?enkwrd=h390+headset
Phone[edit]
Yealink MP54 - Skype for Business Edition - VoIP phone
Estimated price, subject to change: $208.00
- 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: 6499856
- Product Page: https://www.cdw.com/product/yealink-mp54-skype-for-business-edition-voip-phone/6499856?enkwrd=6499856
Surge Strip[edit]
APC 12-Outlet Surge Protector
Estimated Price, subject to change: $38.00
- Recommended for all computers and other electronic equipment.
- CDW Part: 4978453
- Product Page: https://www.cdw.com/product/apc-12-outlet-surge-protector-6ft-cord-2160-joules-home-office-white/4978453?pfm=srh
Page Reviewed: 8/17/22