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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)

Order a computer through Ag Services

New recommended printer purchases

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
Standard Windows Desktop
  • HP 800 Mini EliteDesk
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM (1 DIMM)
  • HP USB Keyboard + HP Laser Mouse 
  • 512 GB Solid State Hard Drive 
  • Integrated Video with Dual Monitor Capabilities 
  • Integrated Network Card 
  • Integrated Sound Card
$1,079
High End Windows Desktop Workstation
  • HP Z2 Tower Workstation
  • Intel Core i7 
  • 16 GB RAM 
  • HP USB Keyboard + HP Laser Mouse 
  • 512GB Solid State Hard Drive 
  • NVidia T400 Graphics Card with Dual Monitor Capabilities
  • Integrated Sound
  • Integrated Network
$1,495

Windows Laptops

HP Laptop Models
Model Specs Price
Entry Level Windows Laptop
  • HP 830 Laptop
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,195
Standard Windows Laptop with 10 Key pad
  • HP 860 Laptop
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 16.0" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,385
Windows High End Laptop Workstation
  • HP ZBook Power Workstation
  • Intel Core i7
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 15.6" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle

$2,135

Window Touchscreen Laptop
  • HP x360 Laptop
  • Intel Core i5
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Touchscreen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,570

Mac Desktops

iMac Desktop Models
Model Specs Price
Entry Level Mac Desktop
  • MacMini
  • Apple M2 Pro chip with 10-core CPU, 16-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
$1,199
Standard Mac Desktop
  • iMac 24"
  • Apple M3 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet
  • 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
$1,779
High End Mac Desktop
  • Mac Studio
  • Apple M2 Max chip with 12-core CPU, 30-core GPU
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • Gigabit Ethernet

$1,799

Mac Laptops (MacBook)

MacBook Laptop Models
Model Specs Price
Entry Level Mac Laptop

  • MacBook Air Retina 13"
  • Apple M3 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8-Core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM 
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Only supports dual monitors with a dock with DisplayLink technology
$1,399
Standard Mac Laptop

  • MacBook Pro 14"
  • Apple M3 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8-Core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM 
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 14" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$1,879
High End Mac Laptop
  • MacBook Pro 16"
  • Apple M3 Pro chip with 12-core CPU and 18-core GPU
  • 18 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 16" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$2,299

Supported Monitors

Monitors
Model Price
24" Elite Display $249
27" Elite Display $319
24" Elite Display w/ Built in Speakers/Microphone/Camera
$299
27" Elite Display w/ Built in Speakers/Microphone/Camera $499
LG MyView 31.5" 4K Smart Monitor USB-C/HDMi w/ speakers $449

Supported Accessories*

Supported Accessories
Accessory Price
USB-C Dock (for HP only) $179
v7 Dock (for Mac only) $179
HP Wireless Keyboard and Mouse $32
JLab GoWork Wireless Headset
$60
USB-C to Ethernet Adapter (Hp Only) $29
Logitech Brio Webcam $70
HP Basic Carrying Case
$22
Belkin USB-C Etherent Adapter (For Mac Laptops)
$30
Apple Black Wireless Mouse $99
Apple Black Wireless Keyboard $199

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.


Keywordsstandard, required, hardware, order, computer, purchase   Doc ID100623
OwnerJim S.GroupNDSU IT Knowledge Base
Created2020-04-15 12:42:25Updated2024-10-30 14:22:29
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