Hardware Recommendations

desktop computer - apple

Support: These desktop computers are fully supported by Information Technology Services. It is strongly recommended that you purchase a 3-year warranty.

When buying a desktop computer, consider the ITS choice first.  Our on-campus hardware repair staff are certified to repair the ITS recommended brands.

Vendor: Use the link below to view the recommended vendors customized Boston College Web catalog.



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Apple 21.5 inch iMac Desktop

This Apple desktop is designed to meet the needs of the majority of BC faculty and staff.


Apple MacPro Desktop

This Apple desktop is designed for BC faculty and staff who may require a more robust system to run highly intensive graphical or statistical packages.

Processor & Speed: 3.06 GHz Intel Core i3
Hard Drive: 500GB Serial ATA drive
Memory: 4GB 1333mhz DDR3 SDRAM  Optical Drive: 8X Double-layer SuperDrive Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 4670 256 MB Display: 21.5-inch LCD

Processor & Speed: One 2.66 GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon
Hard Drive: 1 TB
Memory: 6GB (3 x 2GB)
Optical Drive: 18x SuperDrive
Video Card: ATI Radeon HD 5770 1 GB 
Display: 27" flat panel Apple Cinema display


 


Need help selecting software or hardware?
An ITS staff member will work with you to determine which software or hardware best fits your needs. Use the consultation request form.