Standardized Computers

OVERVIEW

Computer hardware available to order for yourself or an identified user. Selections are categorized into two categories (Everyday or Task-Intensive computing) and two device profiles (Laptop or Desktop).

Dimensions to consider when selecting hardware should include:

  • Portability
  • Space Efficiency
  • Requirements for Remote Work
  • Performance
  • Ergonomics
  • Cost Efficiency

We recommend selecting a device profile that best suits the work persona of the user as laid out in the Hybrid Work Program framework. Laptops are preferred for team members whose persona includes remote work provisions.

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Everyday Laptops and Desktops

Everyday devices are designed for the needs of the majority of users who engage in typical computing tasks like document editing, email, web browsing and general productivity software. Everyday devices are generally more budget-friendly compared to Task-Intensive, making them accessible to a wider range of users.

 

Everyday Laptops

The best devices for most users who require a portable solution.

  • Users who want to attend meetings or travel with their computers
  • Users on HR hybrid work program, with remote work arrangements
  • Users who primarily work with documents, web browsing and need to make video calls

Everyday Windows Laptop

MacBook Pro 14

 

Everyday Windows Laptop Everyday macOS Laptop

 

Everyday Desktops

The best devices for most users working primarily on campus.

  • High performing, cost effective solution
  • Users who primarily work with documents and web browsing
  • Users who only require a computer at one designated location
  • Persona 1 of HR hybrid work program

A monitor or other accessories may be required to use this equipment.

Dell Optiplex Desktop Computer

iMac 24" Desktop Computer

Everyday Windows Desktop

  • Includes wired keyboard and mouse
  • Monitor recommended

Everyday macOS Desktop

  • Includes wireless keyboard and mouse

 

Task-Intensive Laptops and Desktops

Task-Intensive are specialized computers designed for users who engage in computationally intensive and mission-critical tasks, such as 3D modeling and rendering, scientific simulations, video editing, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), and professional content creation. Task-Intensive are built with a focus on stability, reliability, and long-term performance to ensure they can handle continuous, demanding workloads without failure.

 

Task-Intensive Laptops

The best choices for users working on resource intensive applications and activities who need to convenience of a mobile system.

  • Exceptional performance and portability
  • Users on HR hybrid work program, with remote work arrangements
  • Users who are 3D modelling, running multi-variant data analysis, rendering video graphics, etc.

Dell Latitude Laptop

MacBook Pro

Task-Intensive Windows Desktop Task-Intensive macOS Laptop

 

Task-Intensive Desktops

The best devices for most users working primarily on campus.

  • Exceptional performance and cost effective solution
  • Users who only require computers at one designated location
  • Users who are 3D modelling, running multi-variant data analysis, rendering video graphics, etc.

A monitor or other accessories may be required to use this equipment.

Dell Optiplex Desktop Computer

 

 

Man Mini M2 Desktop Computer

Task-Intensive Windows Desktop

  • Includes wired keyboard and mouse
  • Monitor recommended

Task-Intensive macOS Desktop

  • Includes wireless keyboard and mouse
  • Monitor recommended

 

 

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