Standard Computer Purchasing Options

Our standard computer models come with the following specifications:

• Windows 11
• Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor
• 16GB RAM
• 512GB SSD
• 3-Year Parts & Labor Warranty

PC Desktops

NOTE: The price listed does not include monitors. See section below for monitor options.

• Standard Small Form Factor Desktop (Dell OptiPlex) – A versatile small form factor desktop, which can stand on its side or on its end. It can be placed either on or under a desk – $900

PC Laptops

NOTE: Laptop users are encouraged to order additional peripherals. See "Laptop Addons" for pricing information. Please note that a CD/DVD drive no longer comes with any of our laptop models, so if it is needed, it must be purchased as a peripheral.

• 14” Laptop (Dell Pro 14 Plus) – A 14” business-grade laptop suitable for the majority of use cases – $1,300
• 16” Laptop (Dell Pro 16 Plus) – A 16” business-grade laptop suitable for users who frequently use a numeric keypad and/or need a larger screen – $1,250

PC Laptop Add-Ons

• Additional AC Adapter (recommended) – $80
• Laptop Carry Case – $30
• USB external CD/DVD Drive – $60
• USB-C Docking Station (recommended for multiple monitors and additional ports for peripherals) – $250

Monitors

• 22" Dell Pro 22 Plus Monitor - P2225H – $125
• 24" Dell Pro 24 Plus Monitor - P2425H – $140
• 24" Dell 24 Video Conferencing Monitor P2424HEB – $435

Non-Standard Computer Purchasing Options

• 14” Dell Pro 14 Premium – A lightweight (2.52 lbs.) 14” business-grade laptop. It is especially suitable for user who need to travel frequently for work – $1,450
• 13” MacBook Air (Apple M5/16GB RAM/512GB Storage) – A lightweight 13” laptop for those who need a portable computer that operates on the macOS – $999
• Recommended MacBook Air Add-ons:
• Apple 30W USB-C Power Adapter (for MacBook Air) – $60
• USB-C Hub for connecting additional peripheral – $80
• 3-Year AppleCare Protection Plan – Price Varies by Device

All computing equipment purchased with college related funds are the property of Wheaton College. Purchase of computing equipment, printers, or software must be in collaboration with Purchasing and AIT. Bypassing Purchasing or AIT to purchase computing equipment, printers, or software may result in the items returned to the vendor or not being supported. All prices are estimates and may vary based on supplier and/or supply chain availability.

A new computer will take time to be ordered and delivered. This time will vary by vendor and time of year, but you should have an expectation that from request to arrival on campus will be a minimum of three weeks. Preparing an available computer will take 3-5 days.

For a new employee:

Please use this New Employee Technology Request form. This will prompt you for information about the new employee, where they will be located, if they need a phone, and if there is a current computer or if one needs to be ordered.

Please plan ahead. A new computer will take time to be ordered and delivered. This time will vary by vendor and time of year, but should have an expectation that from request to arrival on campus will be a minimum of three weeks. Preparing an available computer will take 3-5 business days.

Helpful Resources

EPEAT Computer Purchasing Guidelines

Wheaton College is dedicated to sustainability and ensuring the technology utilized by the college is energy efficient and made through environmentally responsible methods. Wheaton College will strive to purchase computers, monitors and laptops that are Energy Star certified and/or rated EPEAT silver or higher whenever possible.

To learn more about the EPEAT computer rating system visit https://epeat.net/about-epeat

For more information about computer purchasing please contact the AIT Service Desk at ait.service.desk@wheaton.edu.