Recommended Desktop Computers

The systems listed below are the recommended desktop computers. For assistance with selecting a model to meet your particular needs, contact a presales consultant at computing-help@mit.edu or 617.253.1101.

The models, configurations, and prices are subject to change based on manufacturer's availability. Watch this page for updates, and check the vendors' web sites for the latest information. In the listings below, the model name and price for each system are valid as of February 1, 2008.

For purchasing information, see Computer Buying Advice. For warranty information, see Warranty Overview.

• 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo E6750 Processor
• 2 GB DDR2 SDRAM (2 DIMMs)
• 250 GB HD
• 16x DVD±RW Drive
• 256MB ATI Radeon 2400 XT Video Card
• Dell 20 inch UltraSharp 2007WFP Widescreen LCD Monitor
• Gigabit Ethernet
• Windows XP Pro SP2
• Includes 3 Year Limited Warranty with Onsite Support

To purchase Dell notebooks at MIT discounted prices:

1. Make sure you have an MIT personal certificate on the computer you are placing the order from.
2. Go to the Dell on-line catalog. You will see the MIT configurations on the Dell page for personal purchases.