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Purchasing Supported Computing Hardware

Information Technology (IT) works with the NDSU Bookstore to facilitate computer configurations and purchasing options for NDSU employees/departments.

Order a computer through IT (NDSU employees/departments only)

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Purchasing supported computer models provides robust functionality for most uses, improves service, and saves money by*:   

  • Full spectrum of IT support for the supported life of the hardware along with departmental consultation services in its use;
  • Streamlining the research and order process; 
  • Utilizing hardware designed for long-life and commercial use (typical);
  • Applying the largest discounts available to NDSU through contract buying;
  • Allowing IT to inventory hardware rather than individuals or through the department
  • Coordinate installation and setup specifics.  Common hardware allows for quicker and more consistent installations that are schedule-able; 
  • Enhancing support through a common hardware base.
The Microsoft Campus Agreement includes many Microsoft Office products, Office365, etc. at no cost. 
Computer prices below are subject to change without notice. Once an order is placed your department will receive an IDB (inter-departmental bill) from the Bookstore with the latest prices. 
  
*Please note, IT only supports computers for employee/department purchases, not for student or personal use.
 
Supported Mainstream Configurations

Windows Desktops

HP Desktop Models
Model Specs Price
HP 800 G9 Mini EliteDesk
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i5
  • 8 GB RAM (1 DIMM)
  • HP USB Keyboard + HP Laser Mouse 
  • 256GB Solid State Hard Drive 
  • Integrated Video with Dual Monitor Capabilities 
  • Integrated Network Card 
  • Integrated Sound Card
$765
HP 800 G9 Mini EliteDesk
(High End Configuration)
  • Intel Core i7 
  • 16 GB RAM (1 DIMM) 
  • HP USB Keyboard + HP Laser Mouse 
  • 512GB Solid State Hard Drive 
  • Integrated Video with Dual Monitor Capabilities  
  • Integrated Network Card 
  • Integrated Sound Card
$1,119
HP Z Desktop Workstation

Windows Laptops

HP Laptop Models
Model Specs Price
HP 830 G9 Elitebook
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i5
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 256 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,068
HP 830 G9 Elitebook
(High End Configuration)
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,458
HP 860 G9 Elitebook
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i5
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 256 GB SSD
  • 15.6" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,037
HP 860 G9 Elitebook
(High End Configuration)
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 15.6" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,244
HP Z Mobile Workstation

Windows Touchscreen Laptop

HP Tablet Models
Model Specs Price
HP x2 360
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i5
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Touchscreen
$1,533

Mac Desktops

iMac Desktop Models
Model Specs Price
iMac 24"
(Standard Configuration)
  • Apple M1 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8 GB RAM (can be upgraded to 16 GB in order form for $200 more)
  • 256 GB SSD
  • 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
$1,399
iMac 24"
(High End Configuration)
  • Apple M1 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
$1,799
iMac 27"
(Standard Configuration) - DELETE!!!!!
  • 3.3 GHz 6-core 10th Gen Intel Core i5
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 27" Screen
$1,899

Mac Mini
(Standard Configuration)

  • Apple M2 chip with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 256 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
$499

Mac Mini
(Mid-Level Configuration)

  • Apple M2 chip with 8-core CPU, 10-core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
$699

Mac Mini
(High End Configuration)

  • Apple M2 Pro chip with 10-core CPU, 16-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
$1,199

Mac Studio
(Standard Configuration)

  • Apple M1 Max chip with 10-core CPU, 24-core GPU
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
$1,799
Mac Studio
(High End Configuration) - DELETE
  • Apple M1 Ultra chip with 20-core CPU, 48-core GPU
  • 64 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
$3,599

Mac Laptops (MacBook)

MacBook Laptop Models
Model Specs Price
MacBook Air Retina 13"
(Standard Configuration)
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8-Core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 256 GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,099
MacBook Air Retina 13"
(High End Configuration)
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8-Core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM - 16GB RAM - --- UPDATE Price ----
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,399
MacBook Pro 13"
(Standard Configuration)
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 10-Core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 256 GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,199
MacBook Pro 13"
(High End Configuration)
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8-Core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,399

MacBook Pro 14"
(Standard Configuration) -- Convert 15" Air-

  • Apple M2 Pro chip with 10-core CPU and 16-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 14" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$1,849
MacBook Pro 14"
(Mid-Level Configuration). -- Convert 15" Air-
  • Apple M2 Pro chip with 12-core CPU and 19-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 14" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$2,299
MacBook Pro 14"
(High End Configuration) --- Delete ---
  • Apple M2 Max chip with 12-core CPU and 30-core GPU
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 14" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$2,799
MacBook Pro 16"
(Standard Configuration) --- Delete---
  • Apple M2 Pro chip with 12-core CPU and 19-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 16" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$2,299
MacBook Pro 16"
(Mid-Level Configuration)
  • Apple M2 Pro chip with 12-core CPU and 19-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 16" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$2,499
MacBook Pro 16"
(High End Configuration) ---- Delete----
  • Apple M2 Max chip with 12-core CPU and 38-core GPU
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 16" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$3,199

Supported Monitors

Monitors
Model Price
21.5" Elite Display - 4K monitor HP - Brad ordering 24" $229
24" Elite Display $249
27" Elite Display $319
24" Elite Display w/ Built in Speakers/Microphone/Camera
$299
Apple Studio Display, Standard Glass, Tilt & Height Adjustable, 27" 5K Display, 3 Microphones & 6 speakers
$1,899

Supported Accessories*

Supported Accessories
Accessory Price
USB-C Dock (for HP only) $219
v7 Dock (for Mac only) - Update Price!!! $140
HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse $32
Microsoft Modern Wireless Headset
$80
USB-C to Ethernet Adapter $29
Logitech C920 Webcam - Microsoft WebCam $80 
USB-C to USB-A Adapter (for webcam) $6
Speaker Bar $29
HP Basic Carrying Case
$22
Belkin USB-C Etherent Adapter (For Mac Laptops)
$30

Unsupported Accessories

Unsupported Accessories
Accessory
CD-DVD-RW drives are no longer procured or supported through IT.  With the move away from these drives by manufacturers, ITS recommends departments purchase and keep an external CD drive for common use among department members.
* Only accessories on this list are fully supported.  While many accessories not on the list will work properly, additional labor charges may be incurred for non-standard accessory support.  If you need something other than one of these specs or have any questions, please contact the IT Help Desk.


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OwnerJim S.GroupIT Knowledge Base
Created2020-04-15 10:42 CSTUpdated2023-10-02 12:43 CST
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