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 Windows 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 Models
Standard Desktops
iMac 24-inch with Retina 4.5K Display - M1
iMac 27-inch with Retina 5K Display - Intel
Mac Mini - M1
Basic administrative and productivity tasks. Includes wired keyboard and mouse.
- Internet and email
- MS Office, Google Apps, etc.
Recommended Accessories:
Performance Desktops
iMac 24-inch with Retina 4.5K Display - M1
iMac 27-inch with Retina 5K Display - Intel
More robust administrative and productivity tasks. Includes wired keyboard and mouse.
- Multi-tasking
- Large spreadsheets / small databases
- Graphic design
Recommended Accessories:
Standard Laptops
MacBook Air 13-inch - M1 (silver or space gray)
Basic administrative and productivity tasks.
- Internet and email
- MS Office, Google Apps, etc.
- Compatible with docking station
Recommended Accessories:
- AppleCare+ for MacBook Air
- USB-C to USB Adapter
- USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
- Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
- USB-C to HDMI Adapter
- USB-C to VGA Multiport Adapter
Performance Laptops (Pro Version)
MacBook Pro 14-inch - M1 Pro | 8-core CPU/14-core GPU (silver or space gray)
MacBook Pro 16-inch - M1 Pro | 10-core CPU/16-core GPU (silver or space gray)
Basic administrative and productivity tasks with heavy numerical data entry.
- Internet and email
- MS Office, Google Apps, etc.
- Built-in number pad
- Compatible with docking station
Recommended Accessories:
- AppleCare+ for MacBook Pro 14-inch
- AppleCare+ for MacBook Pro 16-inch
- USB-C to USB Adapter
- USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
- Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
- USB-C to HDMI Adapter (for running 2nd monitor)
- USB-C to VGA Multiport Adapter
- MagSafe OR USB-C cable
- 96-Watt Power Adapter (for 14" additional power)
- 140-Watt MagSafe Power Adapter (for 16" additional power)
High-Performance Laptop
MacBook Pro 16-inch - M1 Max | 10-core CPU/32-core GPU (silver or space gray)
*Also available in 14-inch version
Heavier administrative and productivity tasks.
- Multi-tasking
- Large spreadsheets / small databases
- Graphic design
- Compatible with docking station
Recommended Accessories:
- AppleCare+ for MacBook Pro 16-inch
- USB-C to USB Adapter
- USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
- Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
- USB-C to HDMI Adapter (for running 2nd monitor)
- USB-C to VGA Multiport Adapter
- MagSafe OR USB-C cable
- 140-Watt MagSafe Power Adapter (for 16" additional power)
Executive Lightweight Notebook
CTO MacBook Air 13-inch - M1 (silver or space gray)
Basic administrative and productivity tasks.
- Internet and email
- MS Office, Google Apps, etc.
- Compatible with docking station
Recommended Accessories:
- AppleCare+ for MacBook Air
- USB-C to USB Adapter
- USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter
- Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter
- USB-C to HDMI Adapter
- USB-C to VGA Multiport Adapter
Upcoming Models
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.
Last updated: 10/20/2021