Computer Equipment: Staff & Faculty Technology Refresh

Summary

Information on staff and faculty technology refresh programs, including the process for eligible employees to obtain devices.

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As outlined in the Computer Refresh Protocol, Cabrillo has a Technology Refresh Program for eligible faculty and staff.  

Standard Computer Setup - for permanent, full-time, faculty/staff
Cabrillo utilizes a flexible docking station setup for staff and faculty, allowing for a single device per user to be used both on campus and remotely. 

  • Components: 
    • Standard setup: Windows laptop, 24” monitor, keyboard, mouse and docking station (see specific details below under “Standard Laptop Setup Provided by IT”). 
    • Most existing monitors and USB keyboards/mice can also be used with docking stations.
  • Usage: 
    • The docking station is set up on campus with a monitor, keyboard, and mouse. 
    • The laptop connects to the docking station for on-campus use and simply disconnects for remote work. 
  • Funding (per the Computer Refresh Protocol):
    • Whenever possible, the standard setup will be provided by the corresponding Technology Refresh Program (Faculty or Staff). 
    • If none available, the requesting department will be responsible for funding the purchase of equipment and/or any upgrades to the hardware being requested (additional RAM, Mac hardware, etc.)

Standard Shared Computer Setup - for Part-Time Faculty/Staff 
Windows desktop computers are utilized for "pool" devices to be shared amongst several employees.

  • Components: 
    • Standard setup: Windows desktop, 24” monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
    • Shared desktops are “frozen” i.e. local data is stored temporarily during the session. Upon restart, all local data is removed and the computer is returned to a fresh state. 
  • Funding:
    • Whenever possible, the standard setup will be provided by the corresponding Technology Refresh Program (Faculty or Staff) per the Computer Refresh Protocol guidelines. 
    • If none available, the requesting department will be responsible for funding the purchase of equipment. 

Standard Laptop Setup Provided by IT
Current standard setup is as follows*:

  • Dell Precision 3590 laptop: 15” display, 512GB SSD, 16GB RAM
  • Dell Pro Thunderbolt 4 Smart Dock SD25TB4
  • Dell 24" monitor  
  • Dell optical USB wired mouse
  • Dell USB keyboard

*Mac laptops/desktops may also be requested, but the difference in cost must typically be approved and covered by the requesting department.

Process

  • To request a refresh setup for full time faculty or staff, please submit the Technology Refresh Request Form. Note: for faculty requesting a Mac, please utilize this Faculty Request form to submit justification for approval.  
  • Once processed, the end-user will be contacted via an IT Support Request ticket opened on their behalf. End-user should respond promptly to any correspondence or inquiries directly in the ticket promptly to avoid any delays. 
  • If further information is needed or if there are any issues, the end-user will be contacted via email. 

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Article ID: 157824
Created
Tue 7/29/25 10:53 AM
Modified
Fri 8/8/25 4:19 PM