Standard Computing Equipment for Carleton Employees

In this guide:

Computers

ITS issues laptops rather than desktops unless the employee specifically requests a desktop computer. Laptops will come with docks/stands, external monitors, keyboards, etc so that employees have sufficient screen real estate while working at their desks and better options for ergonomic working conditions.

2025 Computers

Apple

MacBook Air 13-inch

  • Apple M5 processor
  • 24GB Unified Memory
  • 512GB SSD
  • 3yr AppleCare+ Protection

Windows

Lenovo T14 Gen 7

  • Windows 11 Enterprise
  • Intel U7 processor
  • 14" display
  • 32GB RAM
  • 512GB SSD
  • 3yr Microsoft Service Agreement

Note: The models above represent new standard devices for 2026. Depending on user and use case older models may be supplied.

Older standard computers

ITS staff, please see our list of older standard computers

Peripherals

Peripherals such as monitors, keyboard, and laptop stands are replaced as needed.

Monitors

The standard policy is that each employee gets two "screens" included in their standard setup. This will be either a laptop (or iMac desktop) with 1 external monitor; or a screen-less desktop (e.g. Dell mini-tower) with 2 external monitors. 

If additional monitors are needed, please place a Hardware Request and provide a budget code that we can charge for additional equipment. Note the monitors listed below may not be the exact models currently available, but should be comparable to available monitors. ITS may also deploy used monitors, but if so, those monitors will be of comparable quality and working condition.

Laptop Docks/Stands

Mouse options

  • Apple wireless Magic Mouse
  • Apple wired Magic Mouse (limited to existing stock, no longer sold by Apple)
  • Microsoft/Dell/Logitech wired mouse

Keyboard options

Optional Changes/Additions Available

Many options are available to meet your needs. Typically ITS will charge your budget number for the cost of additional/custom equipment.

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