Note:This document is being released to provide specifications and configuration standards for new computer/technology related purchases. The intent is to ensure new computer purchases will be compatible with existing District software and the District’s network. If you are concerned about the specifications or an upcoming purchase, please contact the IT Dept. at extension 3999 or (208)748-3999, we will be happy to work with you to ensure functionality.
Table of Contents
- PC Desktop Hardware Specifications
- PC Laptop Specifications
- PC Desktop Configuration Details
- PC Peripherals (document cameras, TV tuners, LCD projectors)
- Network Printer Specifications
- Network Photocopier Specifications
- Accepted Surge Suppressors
- Network Electronics
PC Desktop Hardware Specifications
- Motherboard: Gigabyte B560M-DS3H Motherboard
- Power Supply: Scaled appropriately to support delivered system with reasonable growth potential (In Win CE685 PC case with 300 watt 80PLUS certified power supply)
- Case: In Win CE685 PC case with 300 watt 80PLUS certified power supply
- CPU: Intel Core i5-11400 Processor
- RAM: 8GB DDR4 2666 (PC4 21333) RAM (1 8GB DIMM)
- NIC: On-board 10/100/1000 Mbps based Ethernet NIC
- HDD: 250 GB Western Digital M.2 NVMe SSD Part # WDS250G2B0C
- Video: Integrated Intel HD Graphics with DVI Digital Output Interface
- Optical Drive: (optional)
- Audio: Onboard HD audio
- Externally powered Satellite Speakers: (optional)
- 6 External Powered USB Ports and 2 on front of case
- Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7 Home Basic(or other least expensive Microsoft Windows operating system)
- All appropriate cables necessary
- HIDs: USB Optical mouse, mouse pad, USB keyboard, all necessary cables
- 3 year parts and labor warranty on all components
- Monitor: 20″ Wide Screen LCD Monitor (1920×1080 native resolution) with DVI Digital Input Interface
- American Power Conversions SurgeArrest Personal Surge Protector
PC Laptop Specifications
There is currently 1 laptop model specified for new purchases
- Intel Core i5-1135G7 Processor
- 8GB DDR4 2666 RAM
- 250 GB M.2 NVMe Solid State Drive
- 15.6″ Wide Screen Display
- Microsoft Windows Windows 7 Pro(or other least expensive Microsoft Windows operating system)
- On board 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet NIC
- On board Wireless NIC
- On board HD Audio
- 2 External powered USB Ports
- Padded Carry Case appropriate for delivered model
- Appropriate American Power Conversions Notebook Surge Suppressor for delivered model
- All appropriate cables necessary
- 3 year parts and labor warranty on all components
Any laptop purchase should also include a case.
Additionally, any laptop purchase should also include inline surge-suppression:
- 2 pin APC Notebook Surge Protector
- 3 pin APC Notebook Surge Protector
PC Configuration Details
- Hard drives must be formatted NTFS into a single partition.
PC Peripherals
All new purchases in this category will be standardized on the following products:
- Document Camera: AVerMedia AVerVision300AF
- TV Tuner: AVerMedia AVerTV Hybrid Volar MAX
- LCD Projector: coming someday
Network Printer Specifications:
Printers planned for attachment to the network must be one of the models listed below. The following printers are currently the only acceptable networked printers.
Please contact us @ 3999 for further details and ordering.
HP LaserJet Managed E50145dn (45 ppm)(Black and White Networked with Duplexing) (updated 20210203)
HP LaserJet Managed E60155dn (55 ppm)(Black and White Networked with Duplexing) (updated 20210203)
HP LaserJet Managed E60165dn (65 ppm)(Black and White Networked with Duplexing) (updated 20210203)
HP Color LaserJet Managed E55040dn (40 ppm)(Color Networked with Duplexing) (updated 20210203)
HP Color LaserJet Managed E65150dn (50 ppm)(Color Networked with Duplexing) (updated 20210203)
HP Color LaserJet Managed E65160dn (60 ppm)(Color Networked with Duplexing) (updated 20210203)
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Network Photocopier Specifications:
The Ricoh Aficio line of products have been tested and will be supported as devices attached to the District network. Please contact IT at extension 3999 for assistance in model selection.
Accepted Surge Suppressors:
- APC SurgeArrest Personal PER7: 6′ cord. Available from the warehouse. For use when computer’s value totals less than $50,000.
- APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7: For use when computer’s value totals more than $75,000.
- Tripplite Super7TEL15: 15′ cord. Available from the warehouse. ($75,000 warranty).
- Tripplite TLP825: 25′ cord, $75,000 warranty.
- All substitute suppressors must be verified by IT.
Network Electronics:
- Contact IT for any specific needs.