Note: Due to global manufacturing shortages and extreme shipping delays, we highly recommend getting any technology orders started as much in advance as possible. If you have any questions, issues with the links below seeming out of date, or any issues with pricing or vendor options, please let us know and we will give you real-time recommendations based on what is available today.
The following list of approved hardware has been curated by CTD with standardization, cost, security, and compatibility in mind. It is critical that organizations purchase hardware from this approved list, as all items have been tested and vetted for our setup.
If you need to purchase hardware not included on this list (i.e. choosing a computer for a specialized role, such as a graphic designer who needs a more powerful machine, etc.), please reach out to the Helpdesk prior to purchase so we can assist in confirming its supportability. Not all vendors, PCs, docks, etc. are created equal, and it's important to your organization's budget and security to keep things standardized.
Contents
- Computers
- Monitors
- Microsoft Teams Hardware
- Conference Room Phones
- Webcams
- Office Printers
- Home Printers
- Network Switches
- PoE (Power over Ethernet) Injector
- UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) / Battery Backup
- Wireless Router for home use
Computers
For laptop computers we recommend Microsoft Surface Laptops, Surface Pros, Surface Gos, and Dell Latitudes, as well as their corresponding compatible docking stations. For graphic power users, we recommend Dell Precision Mobile Workstations.
For desktop computers we recommend the Dell OptiPlex line (DisplayPort and HDMI only – VGA port may be added when ordering for compatibility with older monitors).
If you need to purchase new computers, please send a ticket to the CTD Help Desk and we will assist.
Specs
- minimum i5 processor and 16 GB memory required
- 256 GB or larger Solid State Hard Drive (SSD HD) required
- 3 year warranty required
- For laptops: Built-in Ethernet or USB-C/Thunderbolt Dock with Ethernet required
Monitors
Teams Phone Devices
Stand Alone Phones (no computer needed)
- Stand alone phone with bigger screen (can also work as a small conference room phone): ~$250 - Contact CTD to find best price and purchase: Yealink MP56
- Conference room phone: ~$600 - Contact CTD to find best price and purchase: Yealink CP960
- POE Switch: For remote or work from home users without access to a POE (power over ethernet) switch, a power adapter is needed. Purchase here >>
For other phones needs, please contact us for assistance
Handset Phone (requires computer to be on and logged into Teams to function)
- (Coming Soon) Yealink MP50
Headsets
- Wired Headset: Jabra UC Voice 550
- Mono Wireless headset: Jabra Pro 930 Mono
- Duo Wireless headset: Jabro Pro 930 Duo
Webcams
- Standalone computer webcam: Microsoft Lifecam Studio
- Small conference rooms table-based webcam: Logitech Conference Cam BCC 950 (includes speakerphone)
- Large conference rooms wall-based webcam with pan/tilt/zoom: Logitech PTZ Pro Camera
- Large conference rooms table-based 360 degree webcam: Polycom CX5000
- Can be found used on eBay as well.
Office Printers
- Small office B&W printer: Brother DCPL2550DW
- Small office color printer: Brother MFC-L8610CDW
- Medium office color printer: Xerox models
- Large office B&W printer: Brother HL-L6200DW
- Large office color printer: Xerox models
- If your office needs a higher end printer, then it's recommended that you lease.
Home Printers
Please note: We only offer best effort support for home printers, and we do not recommend or support Wi-Fi printing. Connecting your printer via USB cable to your printer is usually the most reliable method.
- Brother HLL2370DW (B&W, only direct USB cable connection supported, no wireless printing)
- Brother HLL3210CW (Color, only direct USB cable connection supported, no wireless printing)
- Xerox WorkCentre 3215 (B&W)
- Xerox WorkCentre 3225 (B&W)
- Xerox WorkCentre 6027 (Color)
Network Switches
- Netgear Prosafe Gigabit Smart Switch
- Netgear Prosafe Gigabit PoE Managed Switch
- D-Link Gigabit PoE Switch
- TP Gigbit PoE Switch
- Small General Office Switch
PoE (Power over Ethernet) Injector
UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) / Battery Backup
- APC 1000 to 1500, depending on amount of equipment.
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