The specifications for the basic desktop configuration are listed below. You need to investigate the basic unit price for each and recommend an upgrade for each feature, calculating the new price. Your division will also need to install MS Office software and gmail accounts for email. This is in addition to free software such as Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, and Adobe Reader. Prepare the cost table identifying the three vendor options and providing the unit cost from each supplier. Use the following table to evaluate hardware options. Write an additional 1-page report explaining your choice and decision justification for the selection.
Desktop and Printer Specifications
Each desktop system must satisfy the minimum specifications shown in the following table, although the actual specifications may be greater. MS office will require individual licenses.
Minimum Desktop Specifications
Processor speed 3 GHz
Hard drive 500 GB
RAM 4 GB
DVD-ROM drive DVD-RW
Monitor (diagonal measurement) 18 inches
Each desktop printer must satisfy the minimum specifications shown in the following.
Minimum Monochrome Printer Specifications
Print speed (black and white) 20 pages per minute
Print resolution 600 × 600
Network ready? Yes
Maximum price/unit $700
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Hardware List
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Vendor 1/Unit cost
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Vendor 2/Unit cost
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Vendor 3/Unit cost
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Monitor
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Desktop
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Speakers
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Mouse
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Printer
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MS OS
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MS Office Suite
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Total cost
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