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1. Introduction
The following Apple models and specs are strongly suggested by LAITS. These computers are affordable and efficient with a performance track record of providing years of reliable service.
2. Recommended
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MacBook Pro 15"Price: $2,249 Space Gray Product Number: MR932LL/A Silver Product Number: MR962LL/A Specs: i7, 16GB RAM, 256SSD Storage Pros: Portable and powerful Cons: Heavy and large Use Case: If you are looking for a portable, high powered workstation with an array of onboard ports Image Removed |
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13" MacBook ProPrice: $1,899 Space Gray Product Number: MPXT2LL/A Silver Product Number: MPXU2LL/A Specs: i7, 16GB RAM, 256SSD Storage Pros: Light and portable Cons: Underpowered and less onboard ports Use Case: Secondary machine, the user likely has an iMac in their office but needs something for travel Image Removed |
3. Recommended iMacs
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27" Apple iMacRequires an upgrade to the hard drive Price: $1,969 Product Number: MNE92LL/A Specs: i7, 16GB RAM, 256SSD Storage Pros: Fast and powerful workstation with a large monitor Cons: Non-portable Use Case: User is stationary and does not need a portable, high powered computer. Image Removed Configuration
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21.5" iMacRequires an upgrade to the Hard Drive See instructions above Price After Configuration: $1,609 Product Number: MMQA2LL/A Specs: i5, 16GB RAM, 256SSD Storage Image Removed |
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Mac Pro*Configuration Updates: 32GB Memory and 512GB Storage Price After Configuration: $3,339 Product Number: MD878LL/A *Note: Mac Pro does not come with a monitor, mouse, or keyboard Image Removed |
4. Recommended Ultra Portable Models
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13" MacBook AirPrice: $1,529 Space Gray Product Number: MRE92LL/A Silver Product Number: MREC2LL/A Specs: i5, 16GB RAM, 256SSD Storage Image Removed |
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13" MacBook ProPrice After Configuration: $1,899 Product Number Space Gray: MPXV2LL/A Product Number Silver: MPXX2LL/A Specs: i7, 16GB RAM, 256SSD Storage Image Removed |
5. Recommended Tablet/2-in-1 Models
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12.9" iPad ProPrice: $1,079 Product Number Space Gray: MPKY2LL/A Product Number Silver: MPA52LL/A Image Removed |
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iPad Mini
Price: $399
Product Number Space Gray: MK9N2LL/A
Product Number Silver: MK9P2LL/A
Models and Sepcs
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Optional Accessories
Displays
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Dell 23" Ultrasharp Monitor w/ Camera | U2315H | $233.99 | ||||
Dell 24" Ultrasharp Monitor | U2417H | $229.07 | ||||
Dell 27" Professional Monitor | P2717H | $260.59 |
Adapters
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Dell Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter | 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/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-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
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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
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Dell Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set | 580-ADTY | $35.49 | Apple Magic Mouse 2 | MLA02LL/A | $79.00 | |
Dell USB Slim DVD Drive | 429-AAUX | $50.69 | Apple Magic Trackpad 2 | MJ2R2LL/A | $129.00 | |
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
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Dell Dock WD15 130W | 450-AFGM | $141.99 | LandingZone Docking Station | LZ015A | $293.00 | |
Dell Dock WD15 180W | 450-AEUO | $141.99 |
**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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