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Recommended Dell Systems

We have recommended configurations of Dell systems that address the common use cases within the SCS community. Please consider any special requirements in terms of CPU performance, storage capacity or memory requirements of specialized software or intended use. Some flexibility is possible regarding memory and storage in our configurations.

Please ensure your requested configuration considers your usage, storage and performance requirements as many computers now have permanent, soldered-in memory, storage and/or CPU components and it may not be possible to upgrade later-on. 

If you are ready to order this equipment, proceed to our online purchasing application.

If you have questions regarding configuration and specs, we are happy to provide consulting. Please request consulting and let us know what questions or concerns you have regarding your selected computer.

Dell Laptops

SCS Computing Facilities highly encourages that a 4 year Dell ProSupport Plus Extended Warranty be included with any Dell laptop computer purchase. Estimated price includes this coverage. See our warranty considerations for more information. 

14" Latitude 7450 Specifications

16" Mobile Precision 5690 Specifications

Side-facing picture of dell latitude laptop with screen open.

Side-facing picture of dell mobile precision laptop with screen open.

  • Windows (Linux TBA)
  • Intel® Core Ultra 7 155U (12-Core)
  • 16GB DDR5 memory (soldered on-board)
  • 1TB M.2 SSD
  • Integrated Intel® Graphics 
  • Two Thunderbolt 4/USB-C ports, two USB-A ports, HDMI port, headphone jack
  • 14" 2560x1600 Touch, Cam, Mic
  • Up to 14 hours (approximate battery life)
  • 0.71 inches tall, 2.33 lbs.
  • Windows (Linux TBA)
  • Intel® Core Ultra 7 155H vPro (16-Core)  
  • 32GB DDR5 memory (soldered on-board)
  • 1TB M.2 SSD
  • NVIDIA RTX 2000 Ada 8GB
  • Two Thunderbolt 4/USB-C ports, one USB-C port, HDMI port, headphone jack, SD card slot
  • 16" OLED 3840x2400 Touch, Cam, Mic
  • Up to 11 hours (approximate battery life)
  • 0.87 inches tall, 4.46 lbs. 
Estimated Price: $1,700.00
*Estimated as configured - Pricing may change without notice.
Estimated Price: $2,700.00
*Estimated as configured - Pricing may change without notice.
Accessory recommendations available Accessory recommendations available

Memory Options: Configurable to 32GB at point of order. 
Storage Options: Configurable to 1TB.

Memory Options: Configurable to 64GB at point of order. 
Storage Options: Two M.2 Slots, each configurable up to 4TB.

 


 

Dell Desktops (Windows and Linux)

SCS Computing Facilities highly encourages that a 4 year Dell Extended Warranty be included with any Dell desktop computer purchase. Estimated price includes this coverage.  See our warranty considerations for more information.

Precision 3680 Specifications

dell tower computer standing alone
  • Intel® Core i7-14700K 14th Gen (20-Core)
  • 32GB DDR5 Memory
  • 1TB M.2 SSD
  • NVIDIA RTX 4060 8GB
  • (2) USB 3.2 Type-A Gen 1 (5Gbps)
  • USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2 (10Gbps) data only
  • USB 3.2 Type-C Gen 2x2 (20Gbps) data only
  • SD Card Reader 4.0
  • Audio out (3.5mm jack)
  • (2) DP1.4a HBR2
  • (2) USB 3.2 Type-C Gen2 (10Gbps) with power delivery
  • (2) USB 3.2 Type-A Gen2 (10Gbps)
  • (2) USB 2.0 Type-A
  • RJ45 i219 LAN (1G)
  • Mouse and Keyboard included
Estimated Price: $1,800.00
*Estimated as configured - Pricing may change without notice.
Accessory recommendations available

Memory Options: Configurable to 128GB.
Storage Options: Configurable up to 2TB max M.2 NMVe, up to 4TB max SATA.
Graphics Options: Configurable with NVIDIA RTX 40xx series, subject to
availability.

 

Warranty Considerations

SCSCF desktop computing technical staff are vendor certified to make hardware repairs on Apple, Dell and Lenovo equipment. This allows us to order parts for advance replacement and perform repairs on site.

We highly encourage that all equipment be purchased with a minimum of 4 years of warranty coverage.

Dell laptops can be purchased with Accidental Damage Service which covers:

  • Liquid spilled on or in unit
  • Drops, falls, and other collisions
  • Electrical surge
  • Damaged or broken LCD due to a drop or fall
What’s not covered:
  • Damage due to fire
  • Intentional damage (such as hammer marks)
  • Normal wear
  • Cosmetic damage
  • Consumable parts (ex. bulbs, toner)
  • Theft

Without Accidental Damage Service, you will be responsible for the cost of the repair for these items regardless of warranty. For more information visit, Dell's coverage website