Workstation equipment is assigned to employees based upon role, and business need. The following outlines standards reviewed and revised by the Information Technology Committee, and are configured on an assumption of one workstation (be it desktop, laptop, or tablet), per employee. Deviations on standards must have a sound business case and be endorsed by the Dean or Director of a unit. Models listed are examples as manufacturers update specs and models regularly.
Hardware Standards by Position or Role
| Desktop | Laptop | Display(s) | Phone / Desktop Handset | Confidential Printer | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| President/VP/ExecDir/Dean/Director | x | 2 | MP56 | Yes | |
| Manager/Supervisor/Coordinator | x | 2 | MP56 | (b) | |
| Exec/Admin Assistant | x | 2 | MP56 | (b) | |
| Clericals/Technical Analyst | x | 2 | MP56 | ||
| General Staff | x | 1 | MP56 | ||
| Faculty (F/T) | x | 1 | MP56 | ||
| Adjunct Faculty Workrooms | x | 1 | MP56 | ||
| Base Instructional Lab | x | 1 | |||
| Student Worker/Shared Workstations | x |
Standard Hardware Pricing Disclaimer: All hardware models and prices listed are provided for budgetary and planning purposes only. Due to ongoing market fluctuations, supply chain conditions, and the rapidly changing nature of computer technology, specifications, models, and pricing are subject to change without notice. Actual pricing and availability should be verified at the time of purchase. | Budgetary Estimates | |||
| All-In-One - Dell OptiPlex 7490 i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 24" Screen | Confirm with IT $1,500 | |||
| Laptop - Dell Laptop 5540 i7, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD, 15.6" touchscreen | $1,500 | |||
| CAD Lab Station - Dell Precision 7680 i9, 32GB RAM, 512GB SSD, NVIDIA RTX 4000 | $3,240 | |||
| 24" LCD | $140 | |||
24" LCD Hub Monitor (for use with a laptop) Dell P2425HE | $175 | |||
| 27" LCD | $188 | |||
27" LCD Hub Monitor (for use with a laptop) Dell P2725HE | $190 | |||
| Apple/iMac/MacBook | (a) | |||
District standards require the use of networked departmental printers to ensure consistent support, reduce maintenance costs, and promote equitable access across the campus. Individual printers are generally not approved unless there is a clearly defined confidentiality need that cannot be addressed through other means. Even in cases where programs may have access to specific funding, the purchase of individual printers must still align with District-wide policy and operational practices. Approving individual printers outside of this standard creates disparities and introduces additional ongoing costs for toner, maintenance, and IT support. Please note that ITS will not provide support for printers using non-OEM toner cartridges. The use of these cartridges may also void manufacturer warranties. | ||||
| Desk Printers | ||||
| HP B/W Printer - M4001dn | $450 | |||
| HP Color Printer - M4201dn | $675 | |||
| HP MultiFunction - MFP 4112DW (B/W) | $500 | |||
| HP MultiFunction - MFP4301FDW (Color) | $660 | |||
| High Volume Desk Printers | Additional Feeder Tray | |||
| HP M610dn (B/W) 55ppm 250,000pp month | $1,100 | HP L0H17A $300 | ||
| HP 5700dn (Color) 45ppm 80,000pp month | $1,200 | HP Color LaserJet 550 Sheet Media Tray $320 | ||
HP LASERJET ENTERPRISE M612x MONOCHROME PRINTER 1,200 sheets month, 300,000 duty cycle | $1,430 | |||
| Misc Equipment | ||||
| Scanners | ||||
| Cannon Image Formula DR-C350 | $600 | |||
| Desktop Handset | ||||
| Yealink | ||||
| Docking Station/Power Adapters | ||||
| Dell WD25TB4 USB-C Docking Station | $300 | |||
| Notes | ||||
a - Dependent upon Business need Business Need Criteria The College recognizes that certain job responsibilities may require resources or capabilities beyond those typically needed for routine administrative and operational duties. Business needs should be based on the specific requirements of an employee's assigned responsibilities and the nature of the work performed. Qualifying business needs may include: Specialized Work Requirements: Job responsibilities requiring enhanced processing capabilities, increased memory, specialized display configurations, or other technical capabilities necessary to perform assigned duties effectively. Instructional Requirements: Requirements necessary to support approved academic programs, specialized curriculum, or instructional activities that cannot reasonably be supported through standard resources. Operational and Data Analysis Requirements: Regular, substantial work involving complex financial analysis, multiple spreadsheets, budgets, reconciliations, large datasets, simultaneous monitoring of systems, or other specialized operational workflows requiring additional capabilities. Eligibility Considerations Business needs will be evaluated based on the nature, complexity, and frequency of assigned responsibilities, rather than an employee's position, department, or personal preferences. Occasional spreadsheet use, routine data entry, general administrative tasks, general multitasking, personal preference, or convenience does not independently establish a business need. Requests must identify the specific job responsibilities that create the need and explain why existing standard resources are insufficient to support those responsibilities. Meeting one or more of the qualifying criteria does not automatically establish a business need. Each request will be evaluated based on the documented requirements and the availability of suitable resources. Any determination will be based on demonstrated operational, instructional, or organizational needs and alignment with College standards. Requirements related to approved accessibility or workplace accommodations will be addressed through the College's established accommodation procedures. | ||||
| b - Demonstrated need for confidential printing | ||||