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 7/11/22. All prices are subject to change.

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

Windows Computer

Laptop

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: [1]

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

Laptop

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

Accessories

Monitors

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

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

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

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: 7/11/22