Recommended Desktop Computers
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Apple Macintosh
Dell
The systems listed below are the recommended desktop computers. For assistance with selecting a model to meet your particular needs, contact a presales consultant at computing-help@mit.edu or 617.253.1101.
The models, configurations, and prices are subject to change based on manufacturer's availability. Watch this page for updates, and check the vendors' web sites for the latest information. In the listings below, the model name and price for each system are valid as of June 20, 2009.
For purchasing information, see Computer Buying Advice. For warranty information, see Warranty Overview.
Apple Macintosh
Standard Desktop Configuration: Apple iMac 20"
Total Price: $1358
- Intel Core 2 Duo (2.66GHz)
- 4 GB RAM
- 320 GB Serial ATA Drive
- 8x SuperDrive
- NVIDIA GeForce 9400M with 256MB of GDDR3 SDRAM
- Gigabit Ethernet / 802.11 WLAN
- Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
- Includes AppleCare extended 3 year limited warranty
To purchase:
- Make sure you have an MIT personal certificate on the computer you are placing the order from.
- Go to the MIT Apple on-line catalog.
Dell
Standard Desktop Configuration: Optiplex 760
Total Price: $898
- 3.0 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
- 4 GB DDR2 SDRAM (2 DIMMs)
- 320 GB 3.0 Gb/sec SATA Hard Drive
- 16x DVD±RW Drive
- 256 MB ATI RADEON HD 3450 Video Card
- Dell 20 inch UltraSharp 2009W Widescreen Display
- Gigabit Ethernet
- 88-PLUS Power Supply
- Windows XP Pro SP3
- Includes 3 Year Limited Warranty with NBD Onsite Support
To purchase:
- Make sure you have an MIT personal certificate on the computer you are placing the order from.
- Go to the Dell on-line catalog. You will see the MIT configurations on the Dell page for personal purchases.
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