Miscellaneous Computer Related Items
Computing and Information Technology stocks various computer add-ons and can purchase others. Working through CIT is often recommended to ensure you get the proper item that will work with your computer and external devices. Departments are responsible for the cost of any add-ons. Any of the items listed below can be requested by submitting a work order to the CIT Help Desk (extension 2309) for the desired items along with the funding codes to be used for the chargeback.
Keyboards and Mice: CIT stocks regular keyboards ($12) and mice ($12) for use with Apple, Gateway, and Hewlett Packard desktop and laptop systems.
Memory Upgrades: Memory upgrades to campus workstations must be handled through the CIT Repair area. The price for such upgrades varies depending on the type of computer and the amount of memory being added. Typical memory prices are approximately $60 for 512 MB.
Cables: CIT stocks some cables, including parallel or serial cables for printers, monitor cables, and USB cables for printers and external devices. Cables that are not stocked can be ordered and the cost charged back to departments.
Video, SCSI, Serial, or Parallel Cards: Due to the unique configuration and requirements of University workstations, any add-in cards such as video, serial, or parallel cards must be handled through CIT Repair.
Media: Media such as floppy disks, zip disks, USB flash drives, and CD/DVD’s can be obtained via the office supply contracts available to University departments. These purchases do not go through CIT.
Miscellaneous: Other miscellaneous computer add-ons such as external hard drives, printer switches, or video adapters may not be stocked by CIT. CIT is willing to provide recommendations on manufacturers, models, and sources for these items. Please put in a work order through the CIT Help Desk (extension 2309) if you would like help in obtaining other computer items. A suggested source to obtain competitive pricing on miscellaneous items that departments may want to purchase online via their procurement cards is CDW-G (www.cdwg.com).