Technology: 2012 Laptop Specs and Pricing
2011 Laptop Recommendations
Note that specifications and prices may change after September 1, 2012.
This year we're recommending either a Mac or a Dell laptop. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Dennis Bishop, IT Director. Good luck and we look forward to seeing you in August!
Mac Recommendations
MacBook Pro (13-inch) Package
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Aluminum Unibody Shell, 2.5GHz Intel Core i5 processor, 500GB Serial ATA hard disk drive, 8GB (2 x 4GB), Built-in iSight video camera, SuperDrive DVD DL+/-RW CD-RW, SD Card Slot, 13-in LED-backlit glossy widescreen display, Intel HD Graphics 3000, Internal 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11n AirPort Extreme Card, Mac OS X (Lion with free upgrade to Mountain Lion), iLife '11 and AppleCare 3-year Protection Plan |
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Apple Back-to-School Incentive includes a $100 credit card for Mac App Store. |
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MacBook Pro (13-inch) |
$1,159.00 |
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183.00 |
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60.00 |
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4GB USB Drive |
6.00 |
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2m Ethernet Cable |
2.00 |
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Total MacBook Pro (13-inch) Package |
$1,407.00 |
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Optional Purchases |
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Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter |
29.00 |
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500GB External USB Drive (for backups) |
87.00 |
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Incase 13-in Nylon Sleeve |
$25.00-90.00 |
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Laptop Security System |
36.50 |
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SafeWare Insurance (covers accidental damage, theft and loss for three years) |
250.00 (or less) |
MacBook Pro (15-inch) Retina Display Package
Note: only 10 available. Contact Curtis Smith to reserve yours.
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Aluminum Unibody Shell, 2.3GHz Intel Core i7 processor, 256GB SSD hard disk drive, 8GB Built-in RAM, Built-in iSight video camera, SDXC Card Slot, 15-in 2880 by 1800 resolution display, Internal 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet, 802.11n AirPort Extreme Card, Mac OS X (Lion with free upgrade to Mountain Lion), iLife '11 and AppleCare 3-year Protection Plan |
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Apple Back-to-School Incentive includes a $100 credit card for Mac App Store. |
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MacBook Pro Retina Display (15-inch) |
$1,964.00 |
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235.00 |
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60.00 |
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4GB USB Drive |
6.00 |
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2m Ethernet Cable |
2.00 |
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MacBook Pro (15-inch) Retina Display Package |
$2,267.00 |
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Optional Purchases |
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Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA Adapter |
29.00 |
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500GB External USB Drive (for backups) |
87.00 |
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Incase 13-in Nylon Sleeve |
$25.00-90.00 |
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Laptop Security System |
36.50 |
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SafeWare Insurance (covers accidental damage, theft and loss for three years) |
250.00 (or less) |
Dell Recommendation
Dell XPS 14 Package
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Intel Core i5-3317U 1.9GHz, 500GB hard drive, 8GB SDRAM (1 x 8GB), 1600 by 900 backlit LCD, nVidia GeForce GT 630M, Built-in 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet, Dell Wireless 1501 WLAN (802.11b/g/n), integrated light sensitive 2MP webcam, Windows 7 Professional 64-bit, CompleteCare Accidental Damage 3-year Protection Plan. |
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Dell XPS 14 |
$1,421.25 |
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Accessories |
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74.00 |
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4GB USB Drive |
6.00 |
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2m Ethernet Cable |
2.00 |
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Total Dell XPS 14 Package |
$1,503.25 |
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Optional Purchases |
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500GB External USB Drive (for backups) |
87.00 |
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Nylon Sleeve |
$25.00-90.00 |
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Laptop Security System |
36.50 |
