Are you looking for a computer, printer, or just want some information on new computer products? This information is designed to assist with your departmental planning and purchasing. For additional help, please contact Cathy Barner, Information Technology Services, 737-1484. Prices listed here are subject to change!

For special computing needs, contact Cathy Barner at ITS.

REMINDER: Software, computers, peripherals (such as printers & scanners), computer components (such as hard drives and memory), and other computer related systems,  must be approved by ITS before purchasing, whether by P-Card or Requisition.

The basic PC for faculty and staff will vary given what is currently on the market. Price will vary depending on when purchased and how many the campus is purchasing. Use the estimated price when calculating your budget needs. Contact ITS when you are ready to buy. A basic facstaff computer usually include these items:

Your laptop purchase will vary depending on your needs. Price will vary depending on when purchased and how many the campus is purchasing. Use the estimated price when calculating your budget needs. Contact ITS when you are ready to buy.

When shopping for a laptop consider the following points.

• Is weight a primary consideration?
• Is this primarily for travel?
• Will you be doing standard internet use and word processing?
• Will you be running specialized applications?
• What size screen would you like?
• How much money are you planning to spend?
• Will this replace your desktop computer?

The standard PC for a student computer lab will vary given what is currently on the market.

The basic apple compute will vary given what is currently on the market. Price will vary depending on when purchased and how many the campus is purchasing. Use the estimated price when calculating your budget needs. Contact ITS when you are ready to buy. A basic apple desktop computer usually include these items:

Your laptop purchase will vary depending on your needs. Price will vary depending on when purchased and how many the campus is purchasing. Use the estimated price when calculating your budget needs. Contact ITS when you are ready to buy.

When shopping for a laptop consider the following points.

• Is weight a primary consideration?
• Is this primarily for travel?
• Will you be doing standard internet use and word processing?
• Will you be running specialized applications?
• What size screen would you like?
• How much money are you planning to spend?
• Will this replace your desktop computer?

Hewlett Packard (HP) has a variety of printing products depending on your needs. Feel free to browse the HP web site to see what is available and price ranges - (www.hp.com).

Standard Printers

• Office inkjet printer: HP Deskjet 6940 costs around $100.00
• Small Office Network laser printer:HP LaserJet P3005N or HP LaserJet P2015dn price range $500 - $600.

When you are ready to order, please contact Cathy Barner for a final price quote and vendor.

If you ave specialized needs such as a special size of paper, type of ink, or speed, we can work with you on the appropriate product and vendor to meet your requirements.

Adobe products may be purchased from MSD (Managed Software Distribution at University of Georgia.) (PeopleSoft Vendor #8179) at competitive prices. Other vendors are available from a variety of sources. Contact Cathy Barner, 737-1484 for more information - we will assist with your shopping needs.

Below are other types of computer accessories available for your computer. If you have questions or other items you are interested in, contact Cathy Barner at IT Services - 706-737-1484 to help with your purchasing requirements.

REMINDER: Software, computers, peripherals (such as printers & scanners), computer components (such as hard drives and memory), and other computer related systems,  must be approved by ITS before purchasing, whether by P-Card or Requisition.

1. UPS - Battery Backup - Uninterruptible Power Supply for a standard office windows computer.Vendor:  Office Depot
Item:  APC™ Back-UPS ES 550 Battery Backup, BE550R, 550VA/330 Watt Item #: BE550R
Unit Price:  $59.99 (This price may vary. Price listed here as of 1/18/2008)

2. USB 2.0 Flash Drives - Available in a variety of sizes, shapes, and colors. 2GB is a current standard, but other sizes are available. Prices range from $10 on up. These are usually available at Office Supply stores. If you are purchasing for an Apple, be sure the item is available for them.

3. USB Hubs - A device that allows many USB devices to be connected to a single USB port on the host computer or another hub. These are usually available at Office Supply stores. If you are purchasing for an Apple, be sure the item is available for them.

4. External Hard Drives - An external hard disk drive is a type of hard disk drive which is externally connected to a computer, and may be portable. External hard disk drives are often connected to the computer using a USB cable. These can be used for backups or simply as another working drive. They come in a variety fo sizes - 300GB is usually the low end with 500GB being about average. These are usually available at Office Supply stores. If you are purchasing for an Apple, be sure the item is available for them.