Budget Planning 2012-2013

Primary or Category 1 Computer Standards

Level A: Replace in 2015-2016

All computer equipment with an IT ID support tag number starting with "12" This includes the standard computers being purchased in FY 2012*:

DESKTOPS
Dell Optiplex 7010
OS: Windows 7
Processor: Intel Core i5 2400, 3.1 GHz
RAM: 4GB
HD: 250 GB

iMac
Mac Mini

NOTEBOOKS
Dell E6420 (14" Display)
OS: Windows 7
Proc: Intel Core i5
RAM: 4GB
HD: 250 GB, 7200 RPM Wireless: 802.11 a/b/g/n

Dell E6230 (12.5" Display)
OS: Windows 7
Proc: Intel Core i7
RAM: 4GB
HD: 256 GB SD, 7200 RPM
Wireless: 802.11 a/b/g/n

MacBook Pro
MacBook Air

TABLETS
iPad WIFI
iPad with data plan

Level B: Replace in 2014-2015
All computer equipment with an IT ID support tag number starting with "11".

Level C: Replace in 2013-2014
All computer equipment with an IT ID support tag number starting with "10".

Level D: Replace in 2012-2013
All computer equipment with an IT ID support tag number starting with "09".

Categories 2 – 6 Computers

Level E

All computer equipment with an IT ID support tag number starting with "08" should be requested for replacement by the department. This level should not include any Category 1 computers.

Printer Standards:

HP M602 dn

CP 4525 dn

Departmental printers have a five-year replacement cycle. This includes all printers with support tag starting with "08" or lower.

Non-supported - All non-supported computers and printers should be requested for replacement by the department.

Note: All equipment donated or obtained through grants must also comply with the hardware support and replacement guidelines. All computers must be listed in the LANDesk inventory database for your department.

Hardware Services Guidelines:

All Baylor standards that are recommended by the Baylor Technology Procurement Office will be provided full support from the ITS repair shop. Spare parts and employee certifications for these products are maintained by ITS. The list of standard equipment is reviewed and updated as needed throughout the fiscal year.

If your department would like to request a non-standard hardware item, a Departmental Request for Purchase of Non-Standard Technology form must be submitted to ITS. The department may need to purchase 3 years of warranty service from the vendor for the non-standard product selected. If warranty service is purchased, your department will also be required to contact the vendor directly to schedule any maintenance or repair services.

Revised 10/26/12