IT Purchasing

In cooperation with University Purchasing and Contracts, Enterprise Technology Services, and the UVM Techstore, university departments are required to use central services and purchase computer systems through the Techstore.

ETS offers advice on purchasing computers and computer-related products and participates in campus-wide negotiated special pricing with Apple and Dell. We provide software and hardware support to faculty, staff, and students from a central IT Service Desk. We also make available a variety of tools and services for technical support staff to manage desktop computers using automated processes centrally.

Recommended Institutional Computer Configurations

The Recommended laptop specs below should meet the needs of nearly all faculty and staff for UVM business use. Your business manager and IT support team may need to approve the selection of a Performance laptop—at the very least, they should be consulted before submitting the requisition.

Consult with your IT personnel if your requirements differ from the systems provided below, such as desktop solutions.

To order or look up the current model and pricing, place a requisition in PeopleSoft eProcurement using the applicable order code(s) below.

For help, please see the "Create a Requisition for the Computer Depot" section of the Requisitions, Purchase Orders, and Reviewing Payment Information User Guide: Requisitions User Guide (PDF)

The Techstore sets all pricing—please direct questions regarding price and availability to the Techstore.

Computer TypeWindows Laptops
Current Windows models and pricing (PDF)		Mac Laptops
Current Mac models and pricing (PDF)
Recommended

Dell Latitude 5400-Series 14-in.

  • 16 GB Memory
  • 512 GB Storage
  • Intel® Ultra 5™
  • 14-in. Full HD Display
  • Windows 11 Enterprise
  • 4-Yr. Dell ProSupport Plus Warranty1
  • Order Code: DELLLT1

MacBook Air 13-in.

  • 16 GB Unified Memory
  • 512 GB Flash Storage
  • Apple M3 Processor
  • 13.6-in Liquid Retina Display
  • macOS
  • 4-Yr. AppleCare+ Warranty1
  • Order Code: MACLT1
Performance

Precision Mobile 5400-Series 14-in.

  • 16 GB memory
  • 512 GB Storage
  • Intel® Ultra 7™
  • 14-in. Full HD+ Display
  • Windows 11 Enterprise
  • 4-Yr. Dell ProSupport Plus Warranty1
  • Order Code: DELLLT2

MacBook Pro 14-in.

  • 18 GB Unified Memory
  • 1 TB Flash Storage
  • Apple M3 Pro Processor
  • 14.2-inch Liquid Retina XDR Display
  • macOS
  • 4-Yr. AppleCare+ Warranty1
  • Order Code: MACLT2
Laptop Docking Package3

Dell 24 USB-C Hub Monitor - U2424HE2

  • Logitech Keyboard and Mouse Combo
  • Order Code: DELLDOCKSETUP

Dell 24 USB-C Hub Monitor - U2424HE2

  • Satechi Aluminum USB Keyboard
  • Satechi C1 USB-C Wired Mouse
  • Order Code: MACDOCKSETUP
USB-C Adapter for Classroom Use

Satechi Type-C Slim Multiport Adapter with Ethernet

  • Price will be discounted when purchased on laptop requisitions
  • Order Code: 141632

Satechi Type-C Slim Multiport Adapter with Ethernet

  • Price will be discounted when purchased on laptop requisitions
  • Order Code: 141632

Notes

  1. Provides accidental damage protection in addition to standard warranty coverage. Some exclusions apply. See store for details.

  2. Provides: RJ45 Ethernet port, HDMI port, DisplayPort (in), DisplayPort (out), USB-C upstream port (Video + Data) with power delivery up to 90W (connection to computer), USB Type-C downstream port w/15W charging, four (4) USB 3.2 Type-A ports

  3. To use your choice of laptop as a desktop workstation, add the applicable docking bundle to your requisition in PeopleSoft. For dual-monitor workstations, add a second, non-hub monitor to your requisition, e.g., Dell Professional or UltraSharp 24-in. Flat Panel Monitor (with budget approval).

Purchase Apple and Dell Computers and Accessories

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The Techstore in the Bookstore is UVM's Authorized Campus Reseller of Apple and Dell computers, tablets, monitors, and accessories.

The Client Services Hardware Team is authorized to repair most Apple and Dell products sold through the Tech Store.

Departmental Software Purchases and Acquisitions

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UVM performs contract reviews on the purchase, license, or usage of IT hardware*, software, professional services, and/or software maintenance used on campus and/or by UVM resources, whether it’s a new contract or a renewal. For complete information, see the IT Contract Review Knowledge Base article.

*Standard computer products and accessories sold through the Techstore excepted.