Accessories for your University Mac

Overview

When you receive a new Mac through the Computer Help Desk as a standalone purchase, primary computer replacement, or as a secondary computer request, you will be provided with some standard accessories as outlined below. If needed, you can request or purchase a variety of accessories to go along with your new computer. Some examples of what you may need can be found below.

Details

Standard Accessories

MacBooks:

• For new purchases or primary replacements, you will receive:
  • USB-C charge cable
  • USB-C charging brick (31W for 13" MacBook Air, 61W for 13" MacBook Pro, and 140W for 16" MacBook Pro)
  • USB-C Digital AV Multiport Adapter provided to 13" MacBook Air and 13" MacBook Pro
  • USB-C to USB Adapter provided to 16" MacBook Pro 
  • For primary replacements or new hires, you may also receive a UR branded backpack or messenger bag
• For secondary requests, you will receive the appropriate charging cable and brick depending on the model of Mac provided. A secondary backpack or messenger bag is available by request

iMacs: For new purchases or primary replacements, you will receive a wireless keyboard and mouse along with the power cable. For secondary requests, you will receive a wired mouse and keyboard.

Additional Accessories available by Request

In 2016, Apple redesigned the MacBook and as a result only USB-C ports are available on the computer. USB-C provides enormous flexibility since it can power your Mac, and provide data, video, and audio. For new Macs with USB-C ports, a variety of adapters may be needed to connect all your peripherals you use on a daily basis. New iMacs starting in 2017 also are equipped with USB-C ports. Below are some of the adapters that have been tested by the Computer Help Desk and can be purchased through the IS Procurement Office. Please note, 16" MacBook Pros deployed in 2022 will have HDMI and an SD Card port in addition to 3 USB-C ports. 

Adapters

• USB-C to USB Adapter: This allows you to connect flash drives, printers, or other accessories that have traditional USB-A ports
• USB-C VGA Multiport Adapter: Similar to the Digital AV adapter that comes with a new MacBook, this adapter instead allows for a VGA input instead of HDMI
• Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 Adapter: If you have a Thunderbolt 2 powered display or external harddrive, you can use this adapter to connect that device directly into your Mac
• USB-C to MiniDisplayport Adapter: This adapter is useful for anyone with a Cinema Display or similar monitor
• USB-C to Gigabit Ethernet Adapter: A standard Ethernet adapter if you need a wired connection on the University's network

Docks

• Lenovo Thunderbolt 4 Dock: Lenovo's Thunderbolt docks are fully compatible and tested with Apple's USB-C MacBooks. The dock allows you to connect up to two external displays, a mouse, a keyboard, Ethernet, and any other USB peripherals (such as a printer or external harddrive)

Monitors/Printers

Macs can support a number of external displays on resolutions of up to 6K. A variety of printers depending on your needs (i.e. Color, Scanning) are also available. Please contact the IS Procurement office for more information on what monitors or printers are available to request for your Mac.

Wireless Keyboards and Mice

• Magic Keyboard: Apple's second generation wireless keyboard. Charges via a Lightning cable that is included in the box.
• Magic Keyboard with Numeric Keypad: Same as the standard Magic Keyboard, but with a numeric keypad
• Magic Mouse: Apple's second generation wireless mouse. Charges via a Lightning cable that is included in the box.
• Magic Trackpad: Apple's second generation wireless trackpad. Charges via a Lightning cable that is included in the box.

See Also

Computer Replacement Program

Learn About Secondary Computers

Computer Request for New Employee