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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 
  • 512 GB Solid State Hard Drive 
  • Integrated Video with Dual Monitor Capabilities 
  • Integrated Network Card 
  • Integrated Sound Card
$890
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
$1,079
HP Z2 Tower G9
  • 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
HP 830 G10 Elitebook
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,374
HP 860 G10 Elitebook
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i7
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 16.0" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$1,304
HP ZBook Power G10 Workstation
  • Intel Core i7
  • 32 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 15.6" Screen
  • USB-C to Ethernet Dongle
$2,269

Windows Touchscreen Laptop

HP Tablet Models
Model Specs Price
HP x360 G10
(Standard Configuration)
  • Intel Core i5
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13.3" Touchscreen
$1,478

Mac Desktops

iMac Desktop Models
Model Specs Price
iMac 24"
(Standard Configuration)
  • Apple M3 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 8 GB RAM (can be upgraded to 16 GB in order form for $200 more)
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
$1,599
iMac 24"
(High End Configuration)
  • Apple M3 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 24-inch 4.5K Retina display
$1,779

Mac Mini
(Standard 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 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
MacBook Air Retina 13"
(Standard Configuration)
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 10-Core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 512GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,299
MacBook Air Retina 13"
(High End Configuration)
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 10-Core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM - 16GB RAM 
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 13" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,479
MacBook Air Retina 15" 
(Standard Configuration) - 
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 10-Core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 512GB SSD
  • 15" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,399
MacBook Air Retina 15" 
(High End Configuration) - 
  • Apple M2 chip with 8-Core CPU
  • 10-Core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 15" Screen
  • Does not support dual monitors
$1,579

MacBook Pro 14"
(Standard Configuration) 

  • Apple M3 chip with 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU
  • 8 GB RAM
  • 512 GB SSD
  • 14" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$1,499
MacBook Pro 14"
(High End Configuration). 
  • Apple M3 chip with 8-core CPU and 10-core GPU
  • 16 GB RAM
  • 1 TB SSD
  • 14" Screen
  • Supports dual monitors
$1,879
MacBook Pro 16"
(Standard Configuration) 
  • 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
21.5" Elite Display $229
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
Samsung 4K USB-C 32" Monitor  (M80C) $499

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.


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Created2020-04-15 11:42:25Updated2024-02-28 12:55:36
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