IT Infrastructure Proposal

Office Server &
Network Infrastructure

Complete IT setup for a Chemical Trading Company — dedicated server, enterprise security, workstations & remote access.

ClientChemical Trading Co.

DateFebruary 2026

Duration16 Days

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Dedicated Server

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Dell PowerEdge T350

Enterprise-grade tower server for centralized file storage, user management, and shared access across your entire office.

Model

Dell PowerEdge T350 (or equivalent)

Processor

Intel Xeon E-2336 (6 cores, 2.9GHz)

Memory

16GB – 32GB RAM

Storage

2× 2TB – 4TB HDD (RAID 1/5)

Windows Server 2022 Standard

Purpose

File storage, Active Directory, shared access

$3,500 – $4,000

Firewall & Security

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FortiGate 60F / 80F

Next-generation firewall with FortiGuard Security Bundle for comprehensive network protection.

FortiGate 60F or 80F (based on user count and throughput needs)
FortiGuard Security Bundle (1-year license included)
Web filtering, intrusion prevention, antivirus at network level
VPN capability for remote workers

$1,500 – $1,800

Network Equipment

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Enterprise Networking

Equipment	Est. Cost
Managed Switch (8 to 16-port, Cisco SG350 / TP-Link)	$200 – $350
Wireless AP (Ubiquiti UniFi / FortiAP, single or dual)	$200 – $350
Cat6 Ethernet Cables (6 runs + extras)	$50 – $100
Small Network Cabinet / Rack	$375 – $475
Patch Panel	$75

Power Protection

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UPS & Surge Protection

Equipment	Est. Cost
APC Smart-UPS 2200VA – 3000VA (Server)	$550 – $650
Surge Protectors (all workstations)	$100 – $150

Workstation Laptops ×6

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Lenovo ThinkPad E16 Gen 3

Processor

Intel Core Ultra 5 or Ultra 7

Memory

16GB – 32GB RAM

Storage

512GB – 1TB SSD

Windows 11 Pro

Per unit: $1,200 – $1,400

Total: $7,200 – $8,400

Software & Licensing

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Licenses & Subscriptions

Software	Est. Cost
Windows Server 2022 Standard License	$1,800 – $2,200
Windows Server CALs (6 users)	$200 – $250
Microsoft 365 Business Standard (6 users)	$75/month
Antivirus — ESET / Bitdefender Business (6 users)	$150/year

Backup Solution

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Synology DS220+ NAS

2× 4TB – 8TB drives for redundant local backup
Automated daily backup schedule configured
Versioned snapshots for file recovery

$800 – $950

Remote Access

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Secure VPN & Remote Desktop

VPN configured on FortiGate firewall
FortiClient VPN software installed on remote laptops (free)
Remote Desktop setup for file access
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all remote connections

Server Configuration

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Active Directory & Policies

Active Directory: user accounts and permissions per employee
Shared folders with department-level access control
Group policies for security enforcement
Print server configuration (if shared printer available)
File versioning and recycle bin policies

Printer / Scanner

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HP LaserJet Pro MFP

Network-enabled multifunction printer/scanner
Options: standard or with ADF and auto-duplex printing
Connected to server for shared printing across all workstations

$500 – $700

SUMMARY

Total Budget Estimate

Item	Est. Cost (USD)
Dell PowerEdge T350 Server (16–32GB / 2–4TB)	$3,500 – $4,000
FortiGate 60F/80F Firewall & Security	$1,500 – $1,800
Network Equipment (8–16 port switch + AP)	$900 – $1,350
Power Protection (UPS 2200–3000VA + Surge)	$650 – $800
Laptops ×6 (16–32GB / 512GB–1TB SSD)	$7,200 – $8,400
Software & Licensing	$2,150 – $2,600
Backup Solution (NAS + 4–8TB ×2)	$800 – $950
Printer / Scanner (standard or with ADF)	$500 – $700

Setup, Configuration & Deployment by 800website.ae

$5,000 (AED 18,500)

Estimated Total Project Cost

$22,200 – $25,600

Including hardware, software, licensing & deployment

Annual Recurring Costs

Service	Annual Cost
Microsoft 365 Business Standard (6 users)	$900/year
Antivirus License Renewal	$150/year
FortiGuard Security Renewal	~$500/year
Approx. Total Recurring	~$1,550/year

TIMELINE

Project Schedule

Days 1 – 4

Hardware procurement and preparation

Days 5 – 8

Server installation, network configuration, firewall setup

Days 9 – 12

Laptop setup, user accounts, domain joining, testing

Days 13 – 16

Remote access configuration, backup setup, staff training & handover

NOTES

Important Notes

All prices are estimates and may vary based on supplier quotes and availability in Dubai
Final hardware specifications will be confirmed upon project approval
Ongoing maintenance and support terms to be discussed separately
Hardware warranties are provided by the respective manufacturers
This proposal is valid for 30 days from the date of issue

Office Server &Network Infrastructure