Telework - Shopping Guide - Computing

IMPORTANT: There are additional items in the eBuy Telework Equipment & Accessories catalog beyond those listed here. This page contains information about items in categories where additional information beyond what's in the catalog is helpful. Keyboards, mice, webcams, cords, connectors, adapters, and other items are available as well. If you have questions or suggestions about items to add to the catalog, please email help@lbl.gov

Choosing A Monitor

Monitors enhance productivity and comfort while working, compared to using a laptop screen. Choose a monitor size that is appropriate for your space. These monitors ship with HDMI and/or Displayport cables, but make sure you have the appropriate adapter for your laptop as well. Most of these monitors are height adjustable, so that you can easily modify the position of the monitor and potentially use these as part of an improvised sit stand workstation.

HP EliteDisplay E243

  • LBL Standard size monitor (24") is perfect for most applications

  • Tilts -5 to +20 degrees, with a height adjust of 5.91" / 150 mm

  • Has VGA, HDMI and DisplayPort inputs

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HP EliteDisplay 1FH52A8#ABA

  • LBL Larger size monitor (27") for those that need more screen real estate

  • Tilt: -5 to +22°; Swivel: 45° ±2°; Pivot rotation: 90°

  • Height adjust

  • VGA, HDMI and DisplayPort inputs

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ViewSonic VP3481-A 34" LED Monitor

  • Larger monitor for those that need more screen real estate - ultrawide screen monitors permit two full size windows to be displayed next to each other - the equivalent of dual screens. Recommended for those that need a dual-monitor setup for activities like coding, data analysis, and experimental monitoring.

  • Heigh Adjustable

  • HDMI, DP, and USB C

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Adapters

Adapters that you may need on newer Macs/PCs that utilize Thunderbolt 3/USB C ports are

StarTech USB-C to HDMI Adapter, Male to Female (CDP2HD)

Staples Item # IM12V9847

StarTech USB C Adapter - HDMI - SD - PD (DKT30CSDHPD3)

Staples Item # IM15KQ489

StarTech USB C Multiport Adapter with HDMI and VGA, Mac / Windows / Chrome, 4K, 1x USB-A Port, GbE, USB-C Adapter (DKT30CHVCM)

Staples Item # IM16DB550

Choosing A Headset

Good headsets make online meetings more productive and efficient. Wireless headsets are reserved for those who are regularly on calls or online meetings for 3+ hours a day.

General Purpose Headsets

Sony MDREX15AP/W Fashion Color EX Earbud Headset, White

  • Good basic wired choice with high quality microphone and silicone earpieces that will fit most ears. Wire = Headphone Jack

  • Blocks some background noise due to silicone earpieces.

  • Recommended For: All Users

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Kensington USB Hi-Fi Headphones With Mic Stereo Headset, Over-the-Head, Black (K97601WW)

  • Good wired choice with high quality microphone and comfortable over ear design. Wire = USB

  • Blocks some background noise with over ear design.

  • Blocks some ambient noise at microphone with foam filter. Will not generally filter ambient sounds in your household but will filter noises like typing, fans, etc.

  • Recommended For: All Users

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Jabra Evolve 20 UC Stereo Noise Canceling Headset, Over-the-Head, Black and Red (4999-829-209). USB - Wired

  • Excellent wired choice with high quality microphone and comfortable over ear design. Wire = USB

  • Blocks some background noise with over ear design.

  • Blocks substantial ambient noise at microphone with active noise cancelling. Will filter many types of ambient noise.

  • Wired remote provides mute and volume controls

  • Recommended For: All Users

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Plantronics Blackwire C3220 Stereo Headset Microphone, Over-The-Head, Black (209745-101) USB - Wired

  • Excellent wired choice with high quality microphone and comfortable over ear design. Wire = USB

  • Blocks some background noise with over ear design.

  • Blocks substantial ambient noise at microphone with active noise cancelling. Will filter many types of ambient noise.

  • Wired remote provides mute and volume controls

  • Recommended For: All Users

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Plantronics Voyager Legend 87300-06 In the Ear Bluetooth Headset, Black

  • Single ear bluetooth headset with high quality microphone

  • Some additional weight on ear with behind the ear design

  • 7 hour talk time.

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Frequent Use Headsets

These headsets are recommended only for those that spend substantial time (3+ hours average per day) in online meetings and on phone calls. These higher priced headsets add wireless capability and some add noise cancelling which can be beneficial for some meetings and calls. Discuss with your supervisor if you have questions about whether these headsets are right for you.

jabra Evolve 65 MS Mono Wireless Computer Headset, Over-the-Head, Black (6593-823-309) - Wireless

  • Over one ear comfortable wireless headphone connects via USB and bluetooth

  • Up to 10 hours talk time

  • Up to 2 active bluetooth connections to switch between devices.

  • Up to 100 feet of wireless connectivity

  • Only 2.79 ounces

Recommended For: PC and Mac users looking for single ear over the head headset with high quality sound. Those who attend 3+ hours of meetings a day.

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Jabra 65t UC Earbud Wireless, Earset (6598-832-209)

  • In ear true wireless earbuds

  • Extremely high quality microphone blocks out background noises (4 microphones)

  • Silicone earpieces block ambient noise

  • 5 hour talk-time

  • Connects to two bluetooth devices simultaneously

Recommended For: PC and Mac users looking for a true-wireless earbud with exceptional microphone pickup and ambient noise cancelling. Those who attend 3+ hours of meetings a day.

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Jabra Evolve 75 MS Stereo Wireless Noise Canceling Headset, Over-the-Head, Black (7599-832-109)

  • Over the ear stereo wireless headset

  • Extremely high quality microphone blocks out background noises (uni-directional boom microphone with active noise-cancelling )

  • 18 hours of talk-time on a 2 hour recharge.

  • Connects to two bluetooth devices simultaneously

Recommended For: PC and Mac users looking for a an exceptional over the ear headset experience. Those who attend 3+ hours of meetings a day.

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Airpods (Original)

  • In ear wireless headset made of rigid plastic

  • Extremely high quality microphone blocks out some background noises

  • 5 hours of talk-time (charge for 15 minutes to get 2 hours of talk time)

  • Connects to two bluetooth devices simultaneously

  • Good for those who find rigid apple headsets to be comfortable (the tips do not conform to your ear)

  • Good for those who do not desire ambient noise cancelling

Recommended For: Frequent meeting users who switch between iPhone/iPad and Mac. Users in this category will find device switching to be extremely easy. Those who attend 3+ hours of meetings a day.

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Airpods Pro

  • In ear true-wireless earbuds with tips made of flexible silicone

  • Extremely high quality microphone blocks out most background noises

  • Active noise cancelling removes many background sounds.

  • 5 hours of talk-time (charge for 15 minutes to get 2 hours of talk time)

  • Connects to two bluetooth devices simultaneously

Recommended For: Frequent meeting users who switch between iPhone/iPad and Mac. Users in this category will find device switching to be extremely easy. Those who attend 3+ hours of meetings a day.

Items in the eBuy catalog could change based on market availability and alternatives may be offered