Purchasing Equipment

Reliable, current, and effective technology is integral to the work and research done by faculty and staff at SUNY ESF. Purchasing your computers, hardware, and other IT related supplies/peripherals through CNS ensures the equipment is compatible with existing equipment, meets SUNY ESF's standards, is designed for use in a research and university environment, and has the best possible price. In addition, we are best able to support your use of computers and other hardware in your role at the university if you follow SUNY ESF standards and recommendations.

Not all brands and types of notebooks, desktops and tablets are meant to be used in a professional setting nor can they be easily supported by the campus IT staff. CNS standards for Windows and MacOS devices are below. If your work requires something more than one of the standards below we can quote you something specific that will meet your needs.

Windows
  DAILY USE RESEARCH FOCUS
MODEL: New Models Coming Soon New Models Coming Soon
PROCESSOR:    
MEMORY:    
HARD DRIVE:    
GPU:    

For All:

  • 5-year warranty with onsite service
  • 5-year accidental damage service
     

Apple
  DAILY USE RESEARCH OR VIDEO EDITING
MODEL: Macbook Air Not Recommended
PROCESSOR 32 8 core  
MEMORY: 16GB  
HARD DRIVE: 512TB  

For All:

  • Daily use Macbooks do not support dual monitors. It is recommended you purchase a 32" docking monitor.
  • 4-year AppleCare+
  • Anker USB-C adapter with HDMI and Ethernet
  • Anker USB-C adapter with HDMI, USB ports, and Ethernet
  • If you need to access windows only software you must use the remote lab or vss.esf.edu

 

 

 

FACULTY AND STAFF

Before you Buy

Consult with a member of CNS for advice or to request a quote.

 

STUDENTS

Thinking of buying a computer for college? Use the specifications below.

  • Windows 11Home or Pro
  • 14" Display
  • 512GB Hard drive
  • 16 GB of RAM (memory)
  • 4 Year warranty with accidental damage (optional)

*For student studying in fields that utilize computer intensive programs like AudoCad or the Adobe Suite a NVidia graphics card is recommended.

Use the specifications above to get a laptop from the brand of your choice.