What computers are available for departments to purchase? 

Announced on May 5, 2010, by UNC General Administration, the  Combined Pricing Initiative (CPI) program is mandatory for all UNC system campuses. It establishes uniform computer pricing and standard configurations.

Dell and Apple are the only approved vendors for purchasing computers at UNCW. There are several desktop and laptop models available in uShop.

Dell

Dell is the official Windows 'Preferred Vendor' at UNCW, approved by the Combined Pricing Initiative (CPI) program. You can purchase Dell products through uShop using the instructions provided below.

Benefits of Dell as the Preferred Vendor:

• Bulk pricing for all purchases.
• Standardized models across campus for efficient support.
• Access to enterprise-grade hardware and support.
• 4-year ProSupport Plus warranties.
• On-site hardware repair services.

Apple

Apple computers can be purchased through uShop with the instructions below. 

 How do I purchase an Apple or Dell computer in uShop? 
 

1. Log into mySeaport > Select "Employee Essentials" > select "uShop".
    
2. Click the link for either Dell or Apple. 
    
3. REQUIRED:  All computers must be purchased with an Absolute Software licence.
   • Dell: 5-yr Absolute licence is bundled with your purchase, no action required.
   • Apple: 5-yr Absolute licence must be purchased and added to your cart through the Dell punch-out (reseller).
      
4. Select a computer and configure according to your needs.
   Need help? Submit a Computer Consultation Request and a ITS Client Solutions technician will contact you. 
    
5. REQUIRED: After the computer arrives, submit a Computer Setup Request. 
   
   
    

How do I purchase a Dell configuration that is not listed in uShop?

UNCW has access to the entire Dell Enterprise Systems catalog. If the models available in the uShop punch-out do not meet your needs, please submit a Computer Consultation Request. ITS will then provide you with a quote from Dell with instructions on how to make the purchase.
 

What if I want to purchase another brand of computer other than Dell or Apple?  

• In rare circumstances, an exception may be granted. For example, if a specific piece of research equipment is bundled with a computer other than a Dell or Apple, or if the computer is sold with proprietary software and supported by the vendor.
• Having Dell as the Windows "Preferred Vendor" provides standardization across campus and access to enterprise-grade hardware and support. Exceptions cannot be made to purchase from vendors other than Dell (e.g., Lenovo, HP, etc.) due to personal preference or because a device is found to be less expensive.

For an exception request, complete the "Non-Standard Computer Form" in uShop.

1. Log into mySeaport > Select "Employee Essentials" > select "uShop." 
2. Click the "Non-Standard Computer Form" link next to the Dell link.
3. ITS will research the request and contact you. In most cases a Dell quote will be provided.