ENGR-IT recommends Dell computers for use in research, instruction, and office productivity. The U of A has a strong support relationship with Dell, and we are able to procure, configure, and service Dell enterprise computers much more efficiently (and quickly) than we can other makes or models of computers. Dell enterprise models lines include:
- Dell OptiPlex desktops
- Dell Latitude laptops
- Dell Precision desktops/laptops
Desktops
(last updated 5/2023):
Basic Access | Office Productivity | Engineering |
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Conference Room Kiosk Guest workstation | Microsoft Office Web applications Course content creation | Medium-scale engineering applications Resource-intensive media creation |
Dell OptiPlex Low-tier Micro | Dell OptiPlex Mid-tier Micro | Dell OptiPlex 5000 Mini Tower |
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Base cost: $800(After Tax) | Base cost: $1000(After Tax) | Base cost: ~$1050(After Tax) |
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* ENGR-IT may not be able to fully support out-of-warranty systems!
† Discreet GPU supplies are low due to Semiconductor supply chain issues. Prices for discreet GPUs are significantly inflated.
The desktop recommendations above do each include a wired mouse and keyboard, but not any monitors (see below).
Laptops
(last updated 7/2022):
Budget | Traditional Size (14-15") | Ultrabook (12-14") |
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Dell Latitude 3000 Series | Dell Latitude 5000 Series | Dell Latitude 7000 Series |
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Base cost: $1000 | Base cost: Ask for a quote! | Base cost: Ask for a quote! |
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* ENGR-IT may not be able to fully support out-of-warranty systems!
** Checkout kit for Inspiron laptops includes Bluetooth wireless mouse, VGA adapter, extra power supply, wired network adapter, and carrying bag.
Monitors
(last updated 7/2022):
Budget | Standard | High-End |
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SE2222H | Dell P2422H | Dell U2422H |
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Size: 22 inch (22") Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Display type: LED Backlit HD format: 1080p Connector type: HDMI, VGA Brand: Dell Stand: monitor tilts up and down Panel Type: IPS | Size: 24 inch (23.8") Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Display type: LED Backlit HD format: 1080p Connector type: HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA Brand: Dell Stand: height-adjustable, pivots, monitor tilts up and down, and rotates to portrait Panel Type: IPS | Size: 24 inch (23.8") Resolution: 1920 x 1080 Displaytype: LED Backlit HD format: 1080p Connector type: HDMI, DisplayPort Brand: Dell Stand: height-adjustable, pivots, monitor tilts up and down, and rotates to portrait Panel Type: IPS |
Cost: $200 (After Tax) | Cost: $250 (After Tax) | Cost: $400 (After Tax) |