Need help selecting dual monitor computer system

[Stephen]

 

Hello,

I need to get about 15 computers for my schools computer lab. Specifying computers is not my forte. I would like dual 23" monitors and a desktop system. It needs to run MasterCAM, Solidworks, Rhino, and CorelDraw. Should I use a vendor like Dell or? I do need to have them in my possession by the end of this month due to end of year budget spending requirements.

Any help would be appreciated,

Steve

[jlw™]

I'd use cyberpowerpc.com for that and the more you buy the better deal you can get.

I just ordered another computer for work myself.  The newest i7 as of 06/08/2017, x199 mb, 2 ssd, 2 hdd, liquid cooled, 32gb ram, gullwing case, 2 monitors, mouse, keyboard and free shipping.  All for just over $2100.  I was going to build it myself (basically same rig) but I couldn't even buy just the parts for that.  I'm sure you don't want to invest that kind of money but could get acceptable rigs in the $1000 range.  I'd call them, how many are you looking to buy?  If you want I'll spec you out a decent rig and send you the build number.  I mean, you don't need all the bells and whistlses.

I've used them before and had good luck.  I am going back to them since I'm getting a desktop this time.

[Colin Gilchrist]

I have always liked Dell. Their online ordering system makes it fairly easy. Are you placing the order yourself, or specifying the computer and passing it off to someone in purchasing?

[huskermcdoogle]

For an institution like that I would suggest Dell.  Likely you already have a contract with them, or could get a decent discount based on order size and status.  Then you will have reliable support if you need it.

[Stephen]

JLW- Thanks for the offer. I do need to get three bids.

Colin- Yes I'm specifying the setup and passing it off to purchasing. 

Any suggestions for a base model from Dell to start with?

 

Steve

[Jayson Kramer]

I suggest the 5000 series for the school. I have been teaching Mastercam at the local college for 16 years now we use Dell's. you should contact them and sign up as a school as you will get better discounts.