SAS Computing Windows Options List
This table summarizes the standard options for new Windows computers provided through the SAS Computing allocations process for standing faculty only.
Models and specifications may fluctuate over time; please verify current offerings with the Computer Allocations Manager, Sarah Nachmias, who can be reached at (215) 898-0589 and allocationsATsas.upenn.edu.
| Standard Desktop Option | High End Desktop Option | Standard Laptop Option3 | High End Laptop Option3 | |
Model: | Dell Optiplex 990 DT1 | Dell Optiplex 990 DT1 | Dell Latitude E6420 (approximately 5.5 lbs.) | Dell Latitude E6420 (approximately 5.5 lbs.) |
CPU: | Intel Core i5 Quad Core, 3.1 GHz | Intel Core i7 Quad Core, 3.4 GHz | Intel Core i5 Dual Core, 2.6 GHz | Intel Core i7 Dual Core, 2.8 GHz |
Hard Disk: | 500 GB | 1 TB | 250 GB | 500 GB |
Memory: | 8 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
Drives: | DVD+/-RW | DVD+/-RW | DVD+/-RW | DVD+/-RW |
Video Card: | AMD RADEON HD 6350 with 512MB VRAM | AMD RADEON HD 6350 with 512MB VRAM | NVIDIA NVS 4200M with 512 VRAM | NVIDIA NVS 4200M with 512 VRAM |
Display: | 22" LCD wide screen display with native resolution of 1680 x 1050. | 24" LCD wide screen display with native resolution of 1920 x 1200. | 14.1 inch WXGA screen with native resolution of 1280 x 800. | 14.1 inch WXGA screen with native resolution of 1280 x 800. |
Ethernet/Wireless/Modem: | Gigabit ethernet. No modem. | Gigabit ethernet. No modem. | Gigabit ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless, bluetooth wireless. No modem. | Gigabit ethernet, 802.11 a/b/g/n wireless, bluetooth wireless. No modem. |
Misc: | wired keyboard, wired mouse, speakers, security lock | wired keyboard, wired mouse, speakers, security lock | webcam, carrying case, security lock | internal backlit keyboard, webcam, carrying case, security lock |
Usual Lead Time2: | 2 to 3 weeks | 4 to 6 weeks | 2 to 3 weeks | 4 to 6 weeks |
Additional Cost: | N/A | $445 | N/A | $285 |
Software includes: Microsoft Office Professional, Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Mozilla Thunderbird, Secure CRT, Filezilla, Meeting Maker, and Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) in managed mode (laptops have SEP in unmanaged mode).
Differences between the standard desktop option and the high end desktop option are highlighted in red. Differences between the standard laptop and the high end laptop are highlighted in blue.
Notes
1. DT = Desktop chassis. This chassis does not allow for the addition of extra drives. A Minitower option is available for those who will need more expandability.
2. Lead times may vary, depending on availability from supplier, workloads, special projects, etc. Please check with us at time of order for current lead times.
3. When choosing a Windows laptop, for an additional cost, you may request a port replicator. In addition, a lighter-weight laptop option is also available. Please check with us for the current options.
If you have any questions, please contact the the Computer Allocations Manager, Sarah Nachmias, who can be reached at (215) 898-0589 and
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