In most cases, unit IT and business leaders are responsible for selecting devices for faculty, staff, and shared machines. All recommended hardware models are certified by the MiWorkspace team to be compatible in the U-M computing environment. See the Mac Hardware.
Please complete the MiWorkspace Hardware Request form to place an order, or contact the ITS Service Center for questions and assistance. Be prepared to provide written approval from your unit and a Shortcode.
Recommended Desktops
Standard Desktop - for Shared use, Tight Spaces, and Kiosks
Xeon Tower Workstation - Server Class Processors & RTX Pro Discrete Graphics
This model is temporarily unavailable, but we expect it (or its equivalent) to become available again by the end of August 2026. If you require a similar device before then, please email 4-HELP to discuss current available options.
Dell Precision 5860 TWR
Advanced computing tasks requiring the fastest processing speeds and expandability options. Includes wired keyboard and mouse.
AMD Threadripper PRO Tower Workstation - Server Class Processors & RTX Pro Discrete Graphics
This model is temporarily unavailable, but we expect it (or its equivalent) to become available again by the end of August 2026. If you require a similar device before then, please email 4-HELP to discuss current available options.
Dell Precision 7875 TWR
Advanced computing tasks requiring the fastest processing speeds and expandability options. Includes wired keyboard and mouse.
The Dell model in this category is temporarily unavailable, but we expect its equivalent to become available again by April 2027.
Microsoft Surface Pro 11 Note that Tech Shop does not carry this model, but it is available on U-M Marketsite+ from CDW-G. Contact your unit's Desktop Support / Neighborhood IT for assistance with choosing from available models/options.
Advanced computing tasks requiring fast processing speed for on-the-go faculty and staff.
When new models are anticipated, they will be listed here. Whenever possible, an estimated refresh date will be provided, so customers can determine if they would prefer to delay purchases until new models are available.
Standard & Performance Laptops
Dell Pro 5 14 Laptop (P514260): ETA July 13
Dell Pro 5 16 Laptop (P516260): ETA July 13
Mobile Workstation Laptop
Dell Pro Precision 5 16 Laptop (PW516261): ETA July 13
Executive Premium Notebook
MiWorkspace is currently evaluating and selecting a transition model from the Dell lineup: ETA July 31
