Purchasing
Purchasing Hardware and Software
- Computer hardware from Dell, Lenovo, and Apple are recommended and supported by Northwestern IT.
- Standard computer software is pre-loaded by Northwestern IT for your convenience. All computers must include the Northwestern IT software image. Additional information is available for specialized research software.
Guidelines for making Purchases
Guidelines and recommendations for making hardware and software purchases:
- Purchasing Computers
Follow a step-by-step process for replacing a computer and find the minimum requirements for desktops or laptops purchased with Weinberg funds. Review the Dell, Lenovo, and Apple models we recommend. - Purchasing and updating software
Learn about the standard software that we install on all computers purchased within Weinberg. Additional specialized research software may be purchased. - Printer recommendations
Review printer models that we recommend for various sized groups and usage.