University computer purchase program

Faculty/Staff Centralized PC & Laptop Purchase Program

Student Recommendations: If you are a student and are considering purchasing your own computer to bring to campus, you can find recommendations here. 

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) has a centralized computer purchasing program. This program is designed to maximize the financial resources of the universityUniversity by ensuring computers purchased meet environmental and efficiency standards, are appropriately sized and equipped for the type of work being performed, and are standardized for efficient support.support, and are compatible with our University software and systems.  We have worked with HP, Dell, and Appleother vendors to secure access to state-contract pricing on desktops, tablets PCs, laptops, and portable devices for institutional use.  Additionally, this program will ensure all computers meet Energy Star and EPEAT standards for efficiency and environmental responsibility.

All computer purchases using University funds must be made from this standardized listing. Exceptions for research and other specialized needs are managed on a cases by cases basis,basis and are subject to approval by OIT. We will assist to find an appropriate solution. 

How To Order:

To order, simply place a request through the OIT Helpdesk via email to helpdesk@clarkson.edu or x4357.  OIT Helpdesk and the Satellite Support RepsStaff will help to assess your needs and give you options and pricing.  Please note that prices and availability are subject to change.

To Purchase: When you wish to purchase a device, please submit a request by sending email to helpdesk@clarkson.edu.

Your request should include:  

• The desired technical specifications for your new device (OIT staff can assist);
• Account/budget code for the cost of the purchase; and
• Approval from your Department Head.

Exceptions: In in the event that OIT is unable to source a suitable device in a timely manner, sourcing through a third-party retailer (Amazon) may be an option, subject to approval.  You must not make a computer purchase without prior approval from OIT.

• • More favorable pricing alone is not reason enough to purchase through third-party retailers
  • Third-party vendor ordering will require VP for Information Technology approval

Please anticipate 3 to 4 week lead time for delivery. Standard units are commonly available in less time.

*All devices are sold at cost.  Prices will vary based on the price of the unit at the time of its acquisition. Prices listed are estimates. Actual prices will be provided at time of purchase.  

Hardware Purchase Options

• Desktop PCs
• Laptops
• Convertible Laptop/Tablets
• Peripherals

Desktop PCs	*All devices are sold at cost.  Prices will vary based on the price of the unit at the time of its acquisition. Prices listed are estimates. Actual prices will be provided at time of purchase.
General Purpose Desktop PC: $650*	Dell OptiPlex Micro Form Factor 7020 Intel i5-14500T up to 4.8GHz 16GB DDR5 Non-ECC Memory 512GB M.2 2230 Class 35 PCIe NVMe SSD Wired Keyboard and Mouse Accessories: 24" Dell P2425H monitor
High-end Desktop PC: $775*	Dell OptiPlex Micro Form Factor 7020 Intel i7-14700T up to 5.0GHz 16GB DDR5 Non-ECC Memory 512GB M.2 2230 Class 35 PCIe NVMe SSD Wired Keyboard and Mouse Accessories: 24" Dell P2425H monitor
Midrange Workstation: Prices based on quote from manufacturer	Dell Precision 3660 Tower Intel Core i9-13900 2.0 GHz to 5.0 GHz 32GB DDR5 Non-ECC Memory 1TB PCI NVMe Class 40 M.2 SSD Nvidia RTX A2000 12GB Video No Optical Drive Wired Keyboard and Mouse Accessories: 24" Dell P2425H monitor
High-end Workstation: Prices based on quote from manufacturer	Thinkmate HPX XF4-24S3 Dual processor: Intel Xeon Silver 4310 Processor 12-Core 2.1GHz 18MB Cache  128GB (16 x 8GB) PC4-25600 3200MHz DDR4 ECC RDIMM 1.0TB Samsung 970 EVO Plus M.2 PCIe 3.0 x4 NVMe Solid State Driv (OS drive) 4TB SATA 6.0GB/s 7200RPM - 3.5" - Seagate Exos 7E10 Series (bulk data drive) NVIDIA RTX A2000 - 6GB GDDR6 - PCIe 4.0 x16 - Active Cooling Logitech Desktop MK120 keyboard and mouse Gigabit Ethernet Plenty of power for the demanding researcher. This workstation can be customized with more RAM, varying hard drive capacities, improved CPUs, and alternate graphics card configurations. Given this level of customization, it is custom ordered and may require longer lead-times.
Laptops

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Dell Latitude 5440

• Intel Core i5

• 8GB DDR4 RAM

• 256GB SSD 
  

Accessories

• Dell Dock - WD19S 130W Power Delivery - 180W AC: 
  
• Wired Mouse 

Mid-Level Laptop: $1000*

Dell Latitude 5440

• Intel Core i7

• 16GB DDR4 RAM

• 512GB SSD 
  

Accessories

• Dell Dock - WD19S 130W Power Delivery - 180W AC: 
• Wired Mouse

Convertible Laptop/Tablets

*All devices are sold at cost.  Prices will vary based on the price of the unit at the time of its acquisition. Prices listed are estimates. Actual prices will be provided at time of purchase. Entry-Level Convertible Tablet / Touchscreen Laptop: $910*

HP ProBook x360 435 G10

• AMD Ryzen 5 7530U

• 8GB DDR4 3200 RAM

• 256GB PCIe NVMe SDD

• HP Pro Pen Included

• 13.3-inch BV FHD 1920x1080 Touchscreen

Accessories

• Dell Dock - WD19S 130W Power Delivery - 180W AC: 
• Wired Mouse

Mid-Level Convertible / Touchscreen Laptop: Currently on Order

HP ProBook x360 435 G10

• AMD Ryzen 7 7730U

• 16GB DDR4 3200 RAM

• 512GB PCIe NVMe SSD

• HP Pro Pen Included

• 13.3-inch BV FHD 1920x1080 Touchscreen

Accessories

• Dell Dock - WD19S 130W Power Delivery - 180W AC: 
• Wired Mouse

Peripherals

*All devices are sold at cost.  Prices will vary based on the price of the unit at the time of its acquisition. Prices listed are estimates. Actual prices will be provided at time of purchase.

Dock: $105*

Dell Dock – WD19S 130W

• 2 x display / video - DisplayPort - 20 pin DisplayPort (1.4)
• 1 x display / video - HDMI - 19 pin HDMI 2.0
• 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2/DisplayPort
• 1 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 - 24 pin USB-C
• 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 9 pin USB Type A
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 with PowerShare - 9 pin USB Type A
• 1 x network - Ethernet 1000 - RJ-45

Monitor: $125*

DELL P2425H

• 24" Dell P2425H monitor 
• Full HD (1080p) 1920 x 1080 at 60 Hz
  

Wired Mouse: $6*

Dell 275-BBCB

• Optical MOUSE - MS116 
• Plug & Play USB

Seek Further Assistance

For additional assistance please contact, Clarkson OIT Help Desk;

Email: helpdesk@clarkson.edu
Call: 315-268-HELP (x4357)