
Please see the computer standards page and policy for more information. Users or Departments requesting computer equipment that deviates from the Computer Standardization Policy must complete the Non-Standard Computer Equipment Request form below providing at a minimum: mission-specific (academic, research, administration, etc.) justification, provision of the requested computer equipment, and available price. What if none of the standard configurations meet my needs? You can buy accessories, including monitors, in accordance with existing purchasing policies. This policy does not currently restrict the purchase of those items. You will be shown recommended OPTIONAL accessories, including monitors, mice, and docking stations, at discounted rates during your purchase process. We will focus on reducing the time to delivery as the year progresses, and we get more data about OU’s needs, vendor timelines, etc.
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The IT Business Office will update you about the status of your order throughout.
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While we expect to complete delivery sooner, you should plan on 6 weeks from order to delivery of a full configured machine. The time it takes for computers to ship from the manufacturer varies throughout the year. How long will it take to receive my new computer?

Purchasing a Microsoft Surface requires an exception request.

The Microsoft Surface runs the full Windows Operating System, meaning it is viewed as a computer and not as a tablet. As long as your department approves the budget to purchase a tablet in addition to your University machine, there are no barriers to purchasing a tablet in addition to your computer. The Computer Standardization Policy does not govern the purchase of tablets (meaning those personal computing devices that use a mobile OS like iPads). Who decides if I should get an low end or high computer?ĭepartmental budget and IT should advise you on which standard computer to purchase based on your needs and the budget available within your department to purchase computers. What should I do with my leased computer?Īll leased assets must be returned to IT for disposal at the end of your lease term once you purchase a replacement computer. If you purchased your current computer, please consult with your department's financial and IT representatives to decide when to purchase a new computer. Individuals with leased computers should not purchase until the end of their current lease term. It does NOT include iOS or Android tablets or smartphones which may be addressed in the future in a separate policy. "Computers,” in the context of this policy includes traditional laptops, desktops, and full-OS tablets like Microsoft Surface Pro. What device types are included in the policy?
