New Computer Purchase Procedures

Information Technology Services recommends replacing computers every 3 to 4 years.   This can vary depending on the requirement of the user and the type of machine.   Laptops should be rotated every 3 years due to the nature of laptop usage while most desktops can go 4 years if the processor is not outdated.  

If you feel that your machine is not able to handles the programs you are running or if you are not certain of the computers age, ITS will review your system and make a recommendation as to what action needs to be taken.   If the computer needs replacing, please contact Wayne McMahan via email to request a system quote.   We will contact you to review your needs and send you a quote via email that is approved.   Each department is responsible financially for the replacement of computer equipment with the exception of faculty laptops.   The Lottery Technology Fund provides laptops to faculty members on a 3 year rotation.

The general specifications for new computers are as follows.

 

New Computer Purchase Specifications

Tower Computer Configuration:

Dell OptiPlex 330 & 755 Series
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2GHz (Minimum)
1GB to 2GB of Ram (Based on OS)
Integrated Video or 256MB ATI Card (Based on OS)
17” to 22” LCD Panel (Based on Need)
80GB Hard Drive (Minimum)
DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
Flat Panel Speaker Bar
3 Year Next Business Day Warranty (Standard)

Laptop Configuration:

Dell Latitude D630 & D830 Series
Intel Core 2 Duo Processor 2GHz (Minimum)
1GB to 2GB of Ram (Based on OS)
Integrated Video or 128MB NVIDIA Card (Based on OS)
14.1 or 15.1 LCD Wide Screen (Based on Need)
80GB Hard Drive (Minimum)
DVD+/-RW Optical Drive
Intel 802.11a/g Wireless Adapter
6 Cell Battery / Power Adapter (Minimum)
Advanced Port Replicator / Power Adapter
Nylon Carry Case
3 Year Next Business Day Warranty & Complete Care (Standard)

Tablet Configuration:

            Dell Tablet (TBA)
            Same as Laptop