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Introduction

ATS determines LAITS determines Minimum Computer Hardware Standards as as well as as Recommended Models. We also have a list of  of Optional Accessories.

For Printer Recommendations, see our ATS our LAITS Printer Recommendations page 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. The specifications are linked within the table. 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.

 Dell - Windows 10Mac - OS 10.11
 PortableDesktopsPortableDesktops
Budget14" Latitude E5470Optiplex 5040SFF13" MacBook Air21.5" iMac
Standard14" Latitude E7470Optiplex 7040SFF

15" MacBook Pro (S)

13" MacBook Air

27" iMac
Ultra-portable13" Latitude 7370 

12" MacBook

 
2-in-112" Latitude E7275 iPad Pro 
Tablet12" Latitude E7275 

iPad Pro

iPad Air 2

 
Performance15" Precision M5510Precision T362015" MacBook Pro (P)Mac Pro
All in One Optiplex 7440AIO 27" iMac
Classroom Optiplex 7040M Mac mini

 

 PC Recommended Model Specifications

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 E7470

Standard Portable PC Recommendation. Add Recommended Display, Wireless Peripherals, and E-Port Plus Dock for MDSC.

Dell 65w Adapter.

Cost$1,134.88
Processori5 6300U Dual Core 2.4 GHz
Memory8 GB DDR4 RAM
Storage256 GB SSD M.2
Graphics

Intel Integrated HD Graphics GT2

PortsEthernet, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI, 3x USB 3.0, Stereo, SIM, SD
DisplayBuilt-in 14" FHD (1920 x 1080)
Battery Life11 Hours (3-cell 37 Whr Lithium Polymer battery with ExpressCharge)
Weight3.32 lbs
Optional AccessoriesDell Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterDell E-Port Plus DockAdditional Display(s)Dell USB Slim DVD Drive, Dell 65w Adapter

13" Latitude 7370

Ultra-portable PC Recommendation. Add Recommended Display, Wireless Peripherals, and Dell Dock for MDSC.

Dell 45w Type C Adapter.

Cost$1,207.50
Processorm5-6Y54 1.1 GHz up to 2.7 GHz
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage256 GB PCIe SSD M.2
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 515
Ports2x Thunderbolt 3, Micro HDMI, USB 3.0, Stereo, Micro SIM, Micro SD
Display13.3" FHD (1920 x 1080)
Battery Life4-Cell 34 Whr ExpressCharge Capable Battery
Weight2.48 lbs
Optional AccessoriesDell Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterDell USB 3.0 to Ethernet AdapterDell DockAdditional Display(s), Dell 45w Type C Adapter

12" Latitude E7275

Tablet and 2-in-1 PC Recommendation.

Dell 30w Type C Adapter.

Cost$1,073.18
Processorm5-6Y57 1.1 GHz up to 2.8 GHz
Memory8GB DDR3L RAM
Storage128 GB SSD M.2
Graphics

Intel HD 5300 Graphics

Ports2 x USB 3.1 Type C (Thunderbolt), SD, I2C for Keyboard Connection (Dell Latitude12 Slim Keyboard)
Display12.5" 4K Ultra HD (3840 x 2160) Touch
Battery Life8 Hours (3C 31WHr)
Weight1.61 lbs
Optional AccessoriesDell DockDell USB-C to VGADell USB-C to HDMI/VGA/Ethernet/USB 3.0Dell USB-C to Ethernet, Dell 30w Type C Adapter

15" Precision M5510

Performance Portable PC Recommendation. ARCH.

Dell 130w Adapter.

Cost$1,725.78
Processori7 6820HQ Quad Core 2.7 GHz
Memory16 GB DDR4 RAM
Storage512 GB SSD M.2
GraphicsNvidia Quadro M1000M w/2GB GDDR5
PortsEthernet, Mini DisplayPort, HDMI, Thunderbolt 3, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SD
DisplayBuilt-in 15.6" UltraSharp FHD IPS (1920x1080)
Battery Life

12 Hours (81Whr)

Weight3.93 lbs
Optional AccessoriesDell Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterDell DockDell Thunderbolt DockAdditional Display(s), Dell 130w Adapter

14" Latitude E5470

Budget Portable PC Recommendation.

Dell 65w Adapter.

Cost$1,090.50
Processori5 6300U Dual Core 2.3 GHz
Memory8GB DDR3L RAM
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 520
PortsEthernet, HDMI, VGA, 3x USB 3.0, SD, Stereo
Display14.0" FHD (1920x1080) Anti-Glare LCD, Camera WLAN/WWAN/WIGIG
Battery LifePrimary 4-cell 51W/HR Battery
Weight3.88 lbs
Optional AccessoriesDell E-Port Plus DockAdditional Display(s)Dell 65w Adapter

Desktops

Optiplex 7040SFF

Standard Desktop PC Recommendation. Replace Wired Peripheral selection with Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set for MDSC.

Cost$925.73 without Recommended Display / $1,175.73 with Recommended Display
Processori7 6700 Quad Core 3.4 GHz
Memory16 GB DDR4 RAM
Storage256 GB SSD M.2 PCIe
GraphicsAMD Radeon R5 340X (2GB DP/DVI-I)
PortsEthernet, DisplayPort, DVI-I, 6x USB 3.0, 4x USB 2.0, Stereo, Line In, Serial, PS/2
DisplayExternal 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set

Precision T3620

Performance Desktop PC Recommendation.

Cost$1,458.78 without Recommended Display / $1708.78 with Recommended Display
ProcessorXeon Quad Core 3.5 GHz
Memory32 GB RAM
Storage512 GB SSD M.2
GraphicsAMD FirePro W5100 4 GB
Ports4x DisplayPort, 4x USB 2.0, 6x USB 3.0, Serial, Stereo
DisplayExternal 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

Optiplex 7440AIO

All in One Desktop PC Recommendation. Replace Wired Peripheral selection with Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set for MDSC.

Cost$1,024.39
Processori5 6600 Quad Core 3.2 GHz
Memory16GB DDR4 RAM
Storage256 GB PCIe SSD M.2
GraphicsAMD R7 A370 2GB
Ports6x USB 3.0, 2x USB 2.0, HDMI, DisplayPort, Ethernet, Stereo, Line In
Display

AIO 23.8, FHD WLED NonTouch with Camera, Discrete Graphics, Platinum PSU

Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

Optiplex 5040SFF

Budget Desktop PC Recommendation.

Cost$702.93 without Recommended Display / $952.93 with Recommended Display
Processori5 6500 Quad Core 3.2GHz
Memory8GB DDR3L RAM
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel Integrated Graphics
Ports6x USB 3.0, 5x USB 2.0, Ethernet, Serial, 2x DisplayPort, HDMI, PS/2, UAJ, Line-out
DisplayExternal 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

Optiplex 7040M

Classroom Desktop PC.

Cost$810.64
Processori5 6600T Quad Core 2.7 GHz
Memory16GB DDR4 RAM
Storage256GB PCIe SSD M.2
GraphicsIntel Integrated Graphics
Ports6x USB 3.0, Ethernet, DisplayPort, UAJ, Line-out, HDMI
DisplayExternal 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

 

 Mac Recommended Model Specifications

Portable

15" MacBook Pro (S)

Standard Portable Mac Recommendation.

MagSafe 2 85W Power Adapter.

Cost$1,899.00
Processori7 2.2 GHz Quad Core
Memory16 GB DDR3 RAM 
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel Iris Pro Graphics
Ports2x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 2x USB 3.0,  Stereo, SDXC
Display15"
Battery Life9 Hours
Weight4.49 lbs
Optional Accessories

Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterApple Thunderbolt to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s)

13" MacBook Air

Standard and Budget Mac Recommendation.

MagSafe 2 45W Power Adapter.

Cost$1,149.00
Processori5 1.6 GHz Dual Core
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM 
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 6000
PortsThunderbolt 2, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC
Display13"
Battery Life12 Hours
Weight2.96 lbs
Optional Accessories

Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterApple Thunderbolt to Ethernet AdapterAdditional Display(s)

12" MacBook

Ultra-portable Recommendation. Silver.

USB-C 29W Power Adapter.

Cost$1,249.00
ProcessorIntel Core M 1.1 GHz (up to 2.4 GHz)
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel HD Graphics 5300
PortsUSB-C, Stereo
Display

12-inch LED-backlit IPS display (2304 x 1440)

Battery Life9 Hours
Weight2.03 lbs
Optional Accessories

Belkin USB-C to VGA AdapterApple USB-C VGA Multiport AdapterBelkin USB-C to Ethernet Adapter, Additional Display(s)

15" MacBook Pro (P)

Performance Portable Mac Recommendation.

MagSafe 2 85W Power Adapter.

Cost$2,479.00
Processori7 2.8 GHz Dual Core
Memory16 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage512 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel Iris Pro Graphics + AMD Radeon R9 M370X 2GB GDDR5
Ports2x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 2x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC
Display15"
Battery Life9 Hours
Weight4.49 lbs
Optional Accessories

Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA AdapterApple Thunderbolt to Ethernet AdapterAdditional Display(s)

iPad Pro

Tablet and 2-in-1 Mac Recommendation. With WiFi, no cellular. Silver.

Cost$929.00
Processor

2.26 GHz dual-core A9X chip with 64‑bit architecture

Memory4 GB LPDDR4 RAM
Storage128 GB SSD
Graphics2732 x 2048 resolution
PortsLightning
Display12.9" LED-backlit Multi-Touch display
Battery Life10 Hours (38.5‐watt‐hour rechargeable lithium‐polymer battery)
Weight1.57 Lbs
Optional Accessories 

iPad Air 2

Tablet Mac Recommendation. With WiFi, no cellular. Silver.

Cost$479.00
Processor

1.5GHz tri-core A8X chip with 64-bit architecture

Memory2GB LPDDR3 RAM
Storage128 GB SSD
Graphics2048 x 1536
PortsLightning
Display9.7" LED-backlit widescreen Multi-Touch display with IPS technology
Battery Life10 Hours (Built-in 27.3-watt-hour rechargeable lithium-polymer battery)
Weight0.98 Lbs
Optional Accessories 

Desktops

27" iMac

Standard and All in One Desktop Mac Recommendation.

Cost$1,879.00
Processori5 3.2 GHz Quad Core
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage256 GB SSD ($270 for 512 GB SSD)
GraphicsAMD Radeon R9 M380 2GB of GDDR5
PortsEthernet, 2x Thunderbolt 2, 4x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC
Display27" Retina 5K with IPS technology (5120 x 2880)
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

21.5" iMac

Budget Desktop Mac Recommendation. NURS.

Cost$1,429.00
Processori5 2.8 GHZ Quad Core
Memory8 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel Iris Pro Graphics 6200
PortsEthernet, 2x Thunderbolt 2, 4x USB 3.0, Stereo, SDXC
Display21.5" LED-backlit with IPS technology (1920 x 1080)
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

Mac Pro

Performance Desktop Mac Recommendation.

Cost$4,329.00 without Recommended Display
Processor3.5GHz 6-Core Intel Xeon E5 with 12MB L3 cache, Turbo Boost up to 3.9GHz
Memory32GB DDR3 ECC RAM
Storage512 GB PCIe SSD
GraphicsDual AMD FirePro D500 with 3GB GDDR5 VRAM each
Ports

2x Ethernet, 6x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 4x USB 3 ports, 1.4 port

DisplayExternal 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

Mac mini

Classroom Desktop Mac. NURS.

Cost$1,159.00 without Recommended Display
Processori5 2.8 GHz Quad Core
Memory16 GB DDR3 RAM
Storage256 GB SSD
GraphicsIntel Iris Graphics
Ports

Ethernet, 2x Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, 4x USB 3 ports, Audio in, Headphone, SDXC, IR receiver

DisplayExternal 24" Ultrasharp Monitor
Optional AccessoriesAdditional Display(s)

 

Optional Accessories

Displays

PC Mac
NameNumberCostNameNumberCost
Dell 23" Ultrasharp Monitor w/ CameraU2315H$233.99   

Dell 24" Ultrasharp Monitor

U2417H$250.00   

Dell 27" Professional Monitor

P2717H$299.00   

Use the Arrows to see the full list of LAITS recommended models. Updated (10/25/2021)


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Optional Accessories

Displays (check ship times before ordering - most models are on 60 day backorder) 


Displays
NameNumberCost
Dell 24 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. C2422HE$311.99
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. C2722DE

$431.99

The Dell UltraSharp 34 USB-C Hub 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. U3421WE

$680.00

Dell 24" Ultrasharp Monitor (USB-C Monitor)

P2419HC$179.99

27” Ultrathin Bezel

P2719HC$227.99

Dell 24" Ultrasharp Monitor (RJ45 & USB-C) when purchasing this monitor, a docking station is not necessary. May also daisy-chain monitors in multiple monitor setup. Will charge laptop

U2421HE$231.99

Dell 27" Ultrasharp Monitor (RJ45 & USB-C) when purchasing this monitor, a docking station is not necessary. May also daisy-chain monitors in multiple monitor setup. Will charge laptop

U2721DE$467.19
38" Curve UltraSharp Monitor U3818DW$869.99
49" Curve UltraSharp Monitor U4919DW$985.99

Adapters

PC
Mac
NameNumberCostNameNumberCost

Dell Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter

 332
 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

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
 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

Cables & Power

PC
Mac
NameNumberCostNameNumberCost

Dell 65w Adapter

332-1831$42.59

Apple Thunderbolt Cable 2m

MD861BE/A$39.00

Dell 45w Type C Adapter

492-BBUU$35.49

Apple USB-C Cable 2m

MJWT2AM/A$29.00

Dell 30w Type C Adapter

492-BBSP $35.49

Apple MagSafe Power Adapter (45W)

MC747LL/A$79.00

Dell 130w Adapter

332-1829$63.89

Apple MagSafe Power Adapter (60W)

MC461LL/A$79.00
  
 



Apple MagSafe Power Adapter (85W)

MC556LL/B$79.00
 
  



Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (45W)

MD592LL/A$79.00
   



Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (60W)

MD565LL/A$79.00
   



Apple MagSafe 2 Power Adapter (85W)

MD506LL/A$79.00
   



Apple USB-C Power Adapter (29W)

MJ262LL/A$49.00
  
 



Apple MagSafe to MagSafe 2 Converter

MD504LL/A$9.99

Peripherals

PC
Mac
NameNumberCostNameNumberCost

Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set

580-ADTY$35.49
Dell KM714$62.99

Apple Magic Mouse 2

MLA02LL/A$79.00

Dell

USB Slim DVD Drive429-AAUX

Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set

Dell KM636$34.99
$50.69

Apple Magic Trackpad 2

MJ2R2LL/A$129.00
  
Dell USB Slim DVD Drive429-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

Docking Stations

PC
Mac
NameNumberCostNameNumberCost

Dell E-Port Plus Dock

331-6304$153.99

**Belkin Thunderbolt 2 Dock

3551165 (from CDW-G)$287.99

Dell Dock WD15 130W

450-AFGM$141.99   

WD19 130w - 180w AC


$190.19CalDigit TS3 PlusHMX12ZM/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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