Preferred hardware

To order, call the NDSU Bookstore at 231-7761

Why buy a preferred PC?

Once again Information Technology Services (ITS) is working with the NDSU Bookstore to recommend desktop and laptop configurations.

The preferred models provide robust and powerful computers
for most uses, improve service and save money by;

- streamlining ordering and saving time and money spent researching all the options available,

- allowing the NDSU Bookstore to provide attractive pricing,

- enhancing support through a common hardware base.

ITS is able to leverage the common hardware to provide faster and more consistent installations.

Notes: Save money and buy your PC systems with "Vista Home Basic". ITS currently has LIMITED support for Vista. You may have the option of purchasing Vista Home Basic for your departmental computer and temorarily down-grading to Windows XP at no cost. When Vista or Wijndows 7 is supported, a free upgrade may be available. The campus agreement also includes Microsoft Office 2007 (Office 2008 MAC) at no cost.

Save money by purchasing a 3 or 4 year BASIC warranty. 'ProSupport' or 'Gold Technical support' may not be needed because of on campus technical support.

Dell Optiplex 960 Small Form Factor

Intel Core 2 Duo
4 GB DDR2 800MHz (2 DIMM)
Dell USB Keyboard with no Hot Keys + USB 6-Button Laser Mouse
Dell UltraSharp 19 inch Flat Panel with Height Adjustable Stand
- Dual monitors require a Video card upgrade
Intergrated Video GM4500
- Dual monitor - 256 ATI HD 3450
Dell AS501 Sound Bar for all UltraSharp Flat Panel Displays
250 GB SATA 3 Gb/s Hard Drive
Windows Vista Home Basic
Integrated Intel Gigabit NIC
DVD+/- RW w/Sonic and Cyberlink
Integrated Sound Card
4 Year Limited Warranty plus 4 Year NBD On-Site Service (economy plan)