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Standard technology solutionsTechnology Solutions Centre: Computers
The purpose of the Technology Solutions Centre (TSC) is to provide assistance to faculty and staff with institutional technology acquisitions. Faculty and staff interested in acquiring computers are encouraged to contact the Technology Solutions Centre, where trained staff can assess requirements, recommend solutions, assist with acquiring computer equipment, provide demonstrations, and answer questions regarding desktop and laptop computer configurations.
If you have been directed to the Technology Solutions Centre to submit a form requesting approval for deviation from personal computer standards (University Policy AD2515), please fill out and return the Standards Review Document.
If you have been directed to the Technology Solutions Centre to submit a form requesting pre-approval for non-standard computer purchases as a part of the Computer Acquisition Fund, please download the Technical Approval Form.
The University of Victoria offers the following standard computers for institutional acquisition via WebReq:
High-performance desktop
System without monitor : $871.47
(Dell Higher Education price: $1393.50*)
Specifications
Intel Core i7-3770 3.4 GHz CPU
4GB DDR3-1600 memory
HD4000 integrated graphics with 2 x DP,1 x VGA, and one DP-to-DVI adapter
500GB SATA HDD
16x DVD RW drive
Keyboard & mouse
10' Ethernet Cable
Standard software
Best used for
Microsoft Office applications
Statistical software
Graphic design
Drafting
Video editing
Available accessories
19" LED monitor - $174.00
Dell P1913s LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1280 x 1024 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Each desktop can support up to 2 monitors
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
22" LED monitor - $184.00
Dell P2213 LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1680 x 1050 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Each desktop can support up to 2 monitors
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
Cyberpower 750 - $10.88
Targus combination lock - $20.45
DisplayPort to DVI Video Adapter Converter - $15.50
Regular desktop
System without monitor : $661.31
Dell Higher Education price: $1106.50*
Specifications
Dell Optiplex 7010 Desktop
Intel i3-3220 3.3 GHz CPU
4 GB 1600 MHz DDR3 memory
250GB SATA HDD
HD2500 integrated graphics with 2 x DP, 1 x VGA, and one DP-to-DVI adapter
Keyboard & mouse
10' Ethernet Cable
Standard software
Best used for
Microsoft Office applications
Available accessories
19" LED monitor - $174.00
Dell P1913s LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1280 x 1024 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Each desktop can support up to 2 monitors
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
22" LED monitor - $184.00
Dell P2213 LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2) & VGA inputs
1680 x 1050 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Each desktop can support up to 2 monitors
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
Cyberpower 750 - $10.88
Targus combination lock - $20.45
DisplayPort to DVI Video Adapter Converter - $15.50
* Dell educational price of this system from www.dell.ca as of February 4, 2013
High-performance laptop
Laptop : $1276.17
Dell Higher Education price: $2199.17*
Specifications
Dell Latitude E6530
Intel Core i7-3520M 2.9 GHz CPU
4GB DDR3-1600 MHz SDRAM memory
320GB SATA HDD
8x DVD RW optical drive
15.6" LCD screen
1600x900 screen resolution
6-cell/54Whr battery
2.44 Kg (5.38 lbs)
Webcam & bluetooth
10' Ethernet Cable
Standard software
Best used for
Web-browsing
Microsoft Office applications
Statistical software
Graphic design
Drafting
Video editing
Available accessories
19" LED monitor - $174.00
Dell P1913s LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1280 x 1024 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional docking station
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
22" LED monitor - $184.00
Dell P2213 LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1680 x 1050 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional docking station
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
Docking station - $129.59
Dell PR03x docking station
VGA, DVI, and DisplayPort outputs
5 USB ports, 1 e-SATA port
AC adapter included
Extra battery - $59.00
Dell E-series 6-cell battery
Extra battery for E6520 laptop
60Whr
Extra power adapter - $47.50
Dell E-series 90W AC adapter
Compatible with E5420, E5430, or E6520
Laptop package - $62.43
Cyberpower 750
Laptop lock
Laptop bag
Targus combination lock - $20.45
Regular laptop
Laptop : $921.17
Dell Higher Education price: $1454.17*
Specifications
Intel Core i5 3210M 2.5 GHz CPU
4 GB DDR3-1600 memory
320 GB SATA HDD
8x DVD RW optical drive
14.0" WLED screen
1600 x 900 screen resolution
6-cell/54Whr battery
Webcam with microphone
Bluetooth
2.04 Kg (4.50 lbs)
10' Ethernet Cable
Standard software
Best used for
Web-browsing
Microsoft Office applications
Available accessories
19" LED monitor - $174.00
Dell P1913s LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1280 x 1024 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional docking station
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
22" LED monitor - $184.00
Dell P2213 LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1680 x 1050 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional docking station
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
Docking station - $129.59
Dell PR03x docking station
VGA, DVI, and DisplayPort outputs
5 USB ports, 1 e-SATA port
AC adapter included
Extra battery - $59.00
Dell E-series 6-cell battery
Extra battery for E5420 laptop
60Whr
Extra power adapter - $47.50
Dell E-series 90W AC adapter
Compatible with E5420, E5430, or E6520
Laptop package - $62.43
Cyberpower 750
Laptop lock
Laptop bag
Targus combination lock - $20.45
* Dell educational price of this system from www.dell.ca as of February 4, 2013
High-performance portable**
**Special order - check with TSC for current availability and delivery estimate.
Portable: $1553.17
Dell Higher Education price: $2564.17*
Specifications
Intel Core i7-3520M 2.9 GHz CPU
4GB DDR3-1600 memory
128 GB SSD
8x DVD RW optical drive (external)
12.5" screen, 1366x768 resolution
6-cell/65 WHr battery
Webcam, Bluetooth
1.59 Kg (3.5 lbs)
10' Ethernet Cable
Standard software
Best used for
Web-browsing
Microsoft Office applications
Available accessories
19" LED monitor - $174.00
Dell P1913s LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1280 x 1024 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional docking station
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
22" LED monitor - $184.00
Dell P2213 LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1680 x 1050 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional docking station
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
Docking station - $129.59
Dell PR03x docking station
VGA, DVI, and DisplayPort outputs
5 USB ports, 1 e-SATA port
AC adapter included
Cyberpower 750 - $10.88
Targus combination lock - $20.45
DisplayPort to DVI Video Adapter Converter - $15.50
Regular portable **
**Special order - check with TSC for current availability and delivery estimate.
Portable: $809.17
Lenovo direct price: $949.00*
Specifications
Intel Core i3-2367 CPU
4GB RAM
128 GB SSD
11.6" LED screen
1366 x 768 screen resolution
6-cell/54Whr battery
Webcam
10' Ethernet Cable
1.78 Kg (3.92 lbs)
Standard software
Best used for
Web-browsing
Microsoft Office applications
Available accessories
19" LED monitor - $174.00
Dell P1913s LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1280 x 1024 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional USB 3.0 dock
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
22" LED monitor - $184.00
Dell P2213 LED monitor
DVI-D, DP (1.2), & VGA inputs
1680 x 1050 resolution
Tilt, swivel, and pivot with 130mm height adjustment range
Laptop can support up to 2 monitors with optional USB 3.0 dock
(Required $9 environmental fee included)
USB Dock - $76.00
Lenovo Thinkpad USB 3.0 dock
1 x DVI-D and 1 x DVI-I outputs - supports two external monitors
1 DVI-to-VGA adapter included
5 USB 3.0 ports
Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) port
Stereo/Microphone combo port
AC adapter included (dock requires AC power to operate)
Laptop package - $62.43
Cyberpower 750
Laptop lock
Laptop bag
Targus combination lock - $20.45
Included software
All desktops and laptops come with 64-bit Windows 7 Enterprise operating system, Microsoft Office 2010 Professional Plus, 3-years of Symantec Endpoint Protection, a 10ft network cable, as well as 3-years of on-site pro support next business day warranty.
Standard disk encryption
Microsoft BitLocker drive encryption is included in Windows 7 Enterprise and recommended for use with all capable TSC standard workstations. There is no additional cost for this disk encryption software.
Standard anti-virus
Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) provides protection against viruses, worms, Trojans, and other malware. It provides a host-based firewall and intrusion detection, as well as protection against zero-day and unknown threats. It is a critical tool for keeping personal and university information safe. University Systems is pleased to provide this software to current faculty and staff for both home and office use.
Software: free for faculty and staff
(Suggested retail price: $90.47)
Other Microsoft software
The Technology Solutions Centre is also able to procure licenses for Microsoft products independant of a hardware purchase.
| Software title | Part number | TSC price |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Visio 2013 Standard Edition | D86-05324 | $39.96 |
| Microsoft Visio 2013 Professional Edition | D87-05984 | $77.44 |
| Microsoft Project 2013 Standard Edition | 076-05273 | $90.56 |
| Microsoft Project 2013 Professional Edition | H30-04027 | $151.05 |
To request a quote for a software title not listed here, please contact the Technology Solutions Centre.
Contact information
If you would like a demonstration or more information about the equipment listed above, please contact the Technology Solutions Centre:
- Email: tsc@uvic.ca
- Telephone: 250-853-3572
- In person: Clearihue C143
- Hours of operation: 9:00am - 4:00pm Monday through Friday
Frequently asked questions
Why should I buy a TSC standard PC?
- You will get a modern, reliable computer that will meet your computing needs at 20-40% less than the retail price
- Your computer will be delivered to your office within 24 hours of your order
- You do not need to worry about Office or anti-virus software; it's included!
- You receive 3-years of next-business-day on-site warranty repair service
- You will be fully licensed to run all software included with your computer
How do I order these workstations?
Note: As outlined in the WebReq instructions, the vendor for your order is Microserve. You will be invoiced by Microserve for your purchase. The Technology Solutions Centre is not a vendor and will not invoice you directly for your purchase.
When will my hardware arrive?
Where will my new hardware be delivered?
How does my warranty work?
Laptop batteries are considered to be consumables and are therefore only covered during the first year of the warranty. Please contact the Technology Solutions Centre if you wish to extend the coverage of the battery warranty beyond one year.
What if none of these workstations meet my computing needs?
Please contact the Technology Solutions Centre to discuss a solution to meet your requirements. We will be happy to work with you to find alternative hardware to meet your needs.
What is the difference between the Bookstore and the Technology Solutions Centre?
Are Apple computers available?
How can I get peripherals for these workstations, such as power bars, ethernet cables, laptop bags, or cable locks?
How do I get service for these workstations?
Who do I contact for repairs of computing equipment?
Are these configurations available to students?
No. These configurations are for institutional purchases by Faculty and staff only. Retail computer purchases are available from the Bookstore.