Lesley University provides a standard model of computer across campus. Your manager or supervisor will work to determine your platform needs, Windows vs MacOS. Managers or supervisors should email it@lesley.edu should you have a request that goes above and beyond the provided technology standard.
Each department is allowed additional desktop computers to be shared by student workers. The number of computers allotted for student worker use will be determined on a case-by-case basis. Student employees are not issued laptop computers.
The following computer is the standard computer model supported by Lesley University Information Technology. A special order system may be ordered from Microsoft, however these systems are built to order and can take up to 2 - 4 weeks to procure.
HP Computers ordered within the last 3 - 4 years are not eligible for replacement with a new computer
iPads are not available as a laptop or desktop replacement through the IT capital purchase process, however departments can purchase these devices using department funds.
| Form Factor | Laptop |
| Platform | Windows 10 |
| Model Name | Surface Book 3 |
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| SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Display | 13.5” Display |
| Processor | Intel Core i7 |
| RAM | 16GB |
| Hard Drive | 256GB |
| Optical Drive | None |
| Wireless | 802.11 ac + Bluetooth |
| Webcam | Full HD 1080p |
| Weight | 3.62 lbs |
| Other Current Models | x360 1030 G5, 8460p, 8470p, 840 G1, x360 G1 |
| *Computer accessories can be purchased using department funds through the Office of Procurement. | |
| PC Docking Station | Microsoft Surface Pro Dock |
| PC Keyboard + Mouse | Logitech Performance Keyboard & Mouse |
| PC & Mac Compatible Monitor | HP 23" Monitor |