Windows

Windows Models

Windows models
Program Overview

The Academic Affairs Computer Refresh Program establishes the standards for technology distribution across the department.

The models listed below utilize education pricing discounts and have been selected to meet the performance needs of the vast majority of users. Any request for a computer outside of these standards requires formal approval from both IT Services and your department.

Program Guidelines
  • Eligibility: Tenure-track and full-time staff receive new hardware. Lecturers (1-year), adjuncts, and part-time staff receive reliable, "best available" repurposed units.
  • Equipment Standard: Laptops only (to support remote work). Includes one 27" monitor, wireless keyboard, and mouse (Additional monitors must be purchased by the department).
  • Asset Return: Old devices and power supplies must be returned promptly to help fund subsequent refresh cycles through trade-in and repurposing.
  • Refresh Cycle: Typically every four years.
  • Model Selection: Standard models for most users; high-end models for video/graphic-intensive roles.
  • Security Compliance: All Windows computers must be enrolled in SCCM for identity and access management.
Dell Pro Max
Dell Mobile Precision 5690
16-inch
  • i7 Processor
  • 32 GB of RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Touchscreen
Due to the high cost of these computers, they are only for faculty and staff who need the highest level of graphic and/or video processing
Dell Pro Max 16
Dell
16-inch
  • i7 Processor
  • 32 GB of RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • Nvidia RTX 2000 Ada 8GB GDDR6 graphics card
Dell Pro Max 14
Dell Pro Max 14
14-inch
  • i7 Processor
  • 32 GB of RAM
  • 512 SSD
  • Touchscreen
  • 4-year warranty including accidental damage
Dell Pro 14 Plus
MacBook Air
14-inch
  • i7 Processor
  • 32 GB of RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Touchscreen
Best for administrative tasks, frequent travel, email, and web-based work.
Dell Pro Premier 13
Dell
14-inch
  • Lightweight Option
  • 13" Screen
  • i5 Processor
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 4-year warranty including accidental damage
Next Steps

For more information about the Computer Refresh Program, contact IT Support.

Training Resources

For training resources, see our Knowledge Base Windows Articles.