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Computer Hardware Recommendations

Academic Technology supports computers from both Apple and Dell.

Academic Technology supports the Dell OptiPlex, Dell Latitude, and Dell Precision Workstation models for the PC platform.  These were selected as our PC hardware standard because the computers are reliable, and utilize consistent components and quality parts. We have an excellent relationship with Dell for equipment purchase and repair. Our contracted repair vendor is Dell Certified, and assists the Academic Technology staff with all warranty repairs. Although there are many other brands of computers available, by selecting a standard, our support staff has a broader knowledge base for troubleshooting problems and providing quality support.

For the Apple platform, we support the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro and iMac models.

For our Dell models, we have negotiated special pricing for these configurations.  Please note that any requested changes to these configurations may mean an increase in cost.

If you have a computing need that is outside our recommended campus hardware standards, please email quotes@scu.edu the specific software requirements and your desired computer specifications and we will create a specialized quote to meet your needs.

Prices listed are approximate and fluctuate frequently. If you are interested in ordering one of our recommended computers, please order through Workday and use the Dell or Apple punch out.

NO QUOTE is needed to purchase one of the Dell or Apple configurations from our Computer Hardware Recommendations webpage.

Dell Platform
Standard Desktop
  • Estimated Cost: TBA
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB memory
  • 256 GB solid state drive
  • 22" display
Standard Minitower
  • Estimated Cost: TBA
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB memory
  • 256 GB solid state drive
  • 22" display
Standard Laptop
  • Estimated Cost: $1,450
  • Intel Core Ultra 7
  • 16 GB memory
  • 256 GB solid state drive
  • 14" display
Premium Desktop
  • Estimated Cost: TBA
  • Intel Core i9
  • 32 GB memory
  • 512 GB solid state drive
  • 24" display
Premium Minitower
  • Estimated Cost: TBA
  • Intel Core i9
  • 32 GB memory
  • 512 GB solid state drive
  • 24" display
Premium Laptop
  • Estimated Cost: $3,075
  • Intel Core Ultra 9
  • 32 GB memory
  • 512 GB solid state drive
  • 14" display
Apple Platform
Standard iMac
  • Estimated Cost - $1,400
  • Apple M3 Chip
  • 8 GB of memory
  • 256 GB solid state drive
  • 24" display
Uplift iMac
  • Estimated Cost: $1,750
  • Apple M3 Chip
  • 16 GB memory
  • 256 GB solid state drive
  • 24" Retina 4.5K display
Premium iMac
  • Estimated Cost: $2,150
  • Apple M3 Chip
  • 24 GB memory
  • 512 GB solid state drive
  • 24" Retina 4.5K display
MacBook Air
  • Estimated Cost: $1,350
  • Apple M2 chip
  • 16 GB memory
  • 256 GB solid state drive
  • 13" display
MacBook Air M3
  • Estimated Cost: $1,925
  • Apple M3 chip
  • 24 GB memory
  • 512 GB solid state drive
  • 13" display
MacBook Pro
  • Estimated Cost: $2,900
  • Apple M3 Pro
  • 36 GB memory
  • 512 GB solid state drive
  • 14" display
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