Software and Hardware
Windows 10 End of Support
Microsoft has announced that support for Windows 10 will officially end on October 14, 2025.
Download Windows 11 Upgrade Guide (PDF)Microsoft 365
ProductivityWord, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, OneNote. Web apps + install on up to 5 devices.
Microsoft Teams
CommunicationChat, video meetings, and file collaboration. Desktop and mobile apps.
ChemDraw Professional
ChemistryProfessional chemical structure drawing and analysis tool.
PDFgear
ProductivityFree alternative to Adobe Acrobat Pro. Edit, convert, and annotate PDF files.
TechSmith Snagit
ProductivityScreen capture and recording tool for screenshots and video recordings.
Sophos Antivirus
SecurityFree antivirus for Mac. Part of U of T site license.
UTORvpn
NetworkCisco AnyConnect Client for secure remote access to U of T resources.
Laptops
| Model | Specifications | Action |
|---|---|---|
|
Dell Pro 14 Plus
14" Laptop (PB14250) |
Intel Core Ultra 7 266V (48 TOPS NPU, 8 cores) 16GB LPDDR5x, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 5MP + IR Camera, FHD+ Display, 4-year Pro Support Plus |
View Details |
|
Lenovo ThinkPad X9 14 Aura Edition
14" Laptop |
Intel Core Ultra (AI-capable, Copilot+ PC) 14" Display, Windows 11 Pro AI Power & Efficiency, Premium Design |
View Details |
Desktops
| Model | Specifications | Action |
|---|---|---|
|
Dell Pro Micro Plus
Compact Desktop |
Intel Core Ultra 7 265 (13 TOPS NPU, 20 cores) 16GB DDR5, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Wi-Fi 7, 4-year Pro Support, for light duty/occasional use |
View Details |
|
Dell Pro Slim Plus
Desktop |
Intel Core Ultra 5 235 (13 TOPS NPU, 14 cores) 32GB DDR5, 512GB SSD, Windows 11 Pro 4 Years ProSupport Onsite Service, Standard office computer |
View Details |
|
Lenovo ThinkCentre M90a Pro Gen 6
27" All-in-One |
Intel Core Ultra (AI-ready) 27" Display, Windows 11 All-in-One Business PC |
View Details |
Monitors
| Model | Specifications | Action |
|---|---|---|
|
Samsung S80UD Viewfinity
27" & 32" 4K UHD Monitors |
27" & 32" 4K UHD (3840 x 2160) IPS Panel, 60Hz, 5ms Response Time, HDR10 Height Adjustable, USB-C (90W charging), Built-in KVM Switch, LAN Port |
View Details |
You may also check UTSC IT and UTM EASI for additional options.
Need Help?
Contact Chemistry IT Services: chem.it@utoronto.ca or call 416-978-5257