Workforce Technology Equipment Recommendations | Information Technology

Workforce Technology Equipment Recommendations | Information Technology
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Workforce Technology Equipment Recommendations
Workforce Technology Equipment Recommendations
When considering purchasing new equipment, consider options offered through the Carolina Computing Initiative. Industry best practice suggests replacing computing equipment older than five years. UNC’s standard equipment suggestions are available through the CCI program at cci.unc.edu, which are fully compliant with UNC data security and networking policies. In times where existing departmental equipment is insufficient for a demand, new equipment and/or supplies can be purchased through authorized departmental procurement personnel in BuyCarolina. BuyCarolina provides a catalogue of University contracted vendors including Amazon, CDW, Dell, Lenovo, Staples, and more. Help maintain a consistent technological experience across the School of Medicine by ensuring the equipment used or purchased can be configured in compliance with UNC data security and networking policies. The School of Medicine I.T. Department’s Client Services and Support team is available for advice on and support for most hardware purchases, installations, and repairs.
If you are unsure of what technology fits your needs, please
submit an IT Help Request
for a consultation and quote. Note: all prices are subject to change by vendors.
Virtual or On-Campus Workforce
Laptop
Administrative
Computers that perform well for general purposes, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, ConnectCarolina, video conferencing (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, or other video conferencing services), and basic web browser usage. A great value for performance at only 3.06 lbs.
Lenovo ThinkPad L13 Gen 5 16 GB Ram and 512 SSD (#21LCS2QV00) – $931
4Y Accidental Damage Protection Add On (Part #5PS0A22966)
4Y Depot/CCI upgrade (Part # 5WS0A23259)
UNC CCI MacBook Pro 14″ M3 W/ Touch ID (Part #MRX63LL/A)
$1,849
3Y/4Y AppleCare+
Lenovo X13 2-in-1 (Yoga) Gen 5 (Part #21LXS2JT00)
– $1,322.50
Researcher
Robust computer with upgraded processors and memory (RAM) needed by statistical software, such as SAS, SPSS, Stata, and R. These computers perform well for general purposes, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, ConnectCarolina, video conferencing (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, or other video conferencing services), and basic web browser usage. Powerful, yet portable at 6.06 lbs.
UNC CCI Lenovo ThinkPad P16 Gen 2 (Part #21FBS4W200)
– $1,695
4Y Accidental Damage Protection Add On (Part #5PS0A22966)
UNC CCI MacBook Pro 16” (Part #MRW13LL/A)
– $2,299
3Y/4Y AppleCare+
Faculty Member
These computers provide upgraded processors and memory (RAM) into an ultra lightweight chassis for the busy faculty member who’s always on the move. It can easily handle multi-tasking using Outlook, Word, Excel, ConnectCarolina, video conferencing (Zoom, WebEx, Microsoft Teams, or other video conferencing services), and basic web browser usage.
UNC CCI Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 (Part #21KDS0DV00)
– $1,505
4Y Accidental Damage Protection Add On (Part #5PS0A22966)
UNC CCI MacBook Pro 14″ (Part #MRX63LL/A)
– $1,849
3Y/4Y AppleCare+
Laptop Docking Station
Thinkpad Universal USB-C Smart Dock (Part #40B20135US) – $196
Thinkpad Universal Thunderbolt 4 Dock (Part #40B00135US) – $250
Recommended for ThinkPad P15 and MacBooks
Desktops
ThinkCentre M70T Tower Gen-5 16 GB Ram and 512 SSD (Part #12TYS10X00) – $800
ThinkCentre M70Q Tiny Gen-4 16 GB Ram and 512 SSD (Part #12E4SB1500) – $570
Monitor(s)
Monitor and Adapter – $99/Monitor
BenQ GW2480 Monitor 24″ Widescreen (Part #840046037079)
DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter (Part #B017Q8ZVWK)
– $9
Ultrawide Monitor with Charging USB Type-C port (up to 90 W) – $400/Monitor
LG 35″ Ultrawide (Part #35BN75CN-B)
LED monitor – 4K – 32″ – HDR (Built-in USB 3.0 hub)
For specific model suggestions, please
submit an IT Help Request
for a consultation and quote.
Keyboard & Mouse
Logitech-MK270 Wireless Keyboard & Mouse (Part #B079JLY5M5)
– $25
Internet (available at home)/ Hotspot
Internet Service Guidance
Internet Service Providers
Improving Performance
Cellular HotSpot – $45/month
Web Camera (External)
*Most laptops have a built-in camera
Logitech C920e Web Camera (Part #960-001384)
– $80
Headset/Speaker*
Jabra Duo USB Headset
– $130
Jabra Speaker 510 USB & Bluetooth
– $150
Phone/ Soft Phone
Soft Phone Communicator
– $17/month
Uses laptop/desktop to send and receive calls
Voice Service Rates
Printer/Scanner/Fax
IT recommends utilizing electronic documents or using departmental group printers, such as a
Xerox MFD
through Carolina Managed Print Services. If a local printer scanner is required, IT recommends:
HP Color LaserJet Pro M255dw Printer (Part #5965077)
– $300
Brother HL-L3280CDW – Printer – Color – LED
– $291.12
Brother HL-L5215DW – Printer – B/W – Laser
– $284.60
Tablets
iPad 10th Generation
With or without Cellular
Lenovo X13 2-in-1 (Yoga) Gen 5 (Part #21LXS2JT00)
– $1,322.50
Hoteling Space
Universal Laptop Docking Station
UNC Lenovo CCI Thunderbolt 3 Dock (Part # 40ANY230US) – $271
Recommended for Lenovo ThinkPads and MacBooks
Monitor(s)
Monitor and Adapter – $99/Monitor
BenQ GW2480 Monitor 24″ Widescreen (Part #840046037079)
DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter (Part #B017Q8ZVWK)
– $9
Ultrawide Monitor with Charging USB Type-C port(up to 90 W) – $400/Monitor
LG 35″ Ultrawide (Part #35BN75CN-B)
Keyboard & Mouse
Medical Grade Washable Keyboard (Part # 2009229)
– $62
Medical Grade Washable Mouse (Part # 6352856)
– $60
Web Camera (External)
*Most laptops have a built-in camera
Logitech C920e Web Camera (Part #960-001384)
– $80
Headset/Speaker
Portable Headphones with Microphone (8 Pairs)
– $16
(disposable/ individually assigned)
Phone
Voice Service Rates
– $15/month
Printer/ Scanner/ Fax* (available)
IT recommends utilizing electronic documents or using departmental group printers, such as a
Xerox MFD
through Carolina Managed Print Services.
Hoteling Space Scheduling
Common University Managed Hoteling Space – Free
Hoteling space could be added similar to Room Reservation/Scheduling for Classrooms and Meeting rooms;
Example HERE
If hoteling space approval is needed a resource would need to be identified to manage and approve the hoteling space requests
Submit an AV project request to School of Medicine IT Classroom Support team
HERE
Department Owned Hoteling Space – Free
Not recommended as it may cause scheduling confusion for individuals to determine department hoteling space or common hoteling space and where to schedule
Microsoft Outlook Resource Calendaring
Department resource would need to manage and approve the hoteling space requests
Microsoft Outlook Resource Calendaring overview reference
Microsoft Bookings
Department resource would need to manage and approve the hoteling space requests.
Microsoft Bookings overview reference
Request for access
is required but the department will not incur any fees
*If applicable, based on role and responsibilities.
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