EWU is transitioning from CDWG to Apple direct (ecommerce) for new Apple computer hardware purchases. During this transition time, CDWG remains a valid purchasing option.
EWU IT has developed a collection of pre-approved enterprise level computer hardware that is supported by IT. Below is a best practice guide. The goal is a 2-4 week turn-around time from order to client delivery/setup. Processing time may vary based on product availability, shipping times, and volume of hardware being received.
Overview:
- Determine which hardware will best meet your needs by talking with your IT Coordinator, or contacting the HelpDesk (helpdesk@ewu.edu, 359-2247). A quick reference listing of computers and accessories that meet EWU hardware standards, and are supported by IT, are listed further below.
- Notify your purchasing agent as to the type of computer hardware you would like to order.
- The designated purchasing agent will place the order through EWU’s Apple Store at: https://ecommerce.apple.com
- After the order has been placed, the purchasing agent creates a Service Request.
- Please contact your IT Coordinator or the Help Desk if you need further assistance (HelpDesk@ewu.edu) or 509-359-2247.
Ordering a Computer from Apple:
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As you follow these instructions, please send suggested edits to Carl Combs, ccombs@ewu.edu, with goal of continual improvement!
Visit EWU's Apple Store at https://ecommerce.apple.comand sign in with your Apple ID that is configured as a "Proposer" or "Registered Proposer".- If you need help creating a new Apple ID, or unsure if your existing Apple ID is configured properly, please create a HelpDesk ticket with instructions to route to the "Desktop Solutions and HW Receiving Team".
- If you need help creating a new Apple ID, or unsure if your existing Apple ID is configured properly, please create a HelpDesk ticket with instructions to route to the "Desktop Solutions and HW Receiving Team".
- You will see a listing of approved computers in the "Recommended for you" section. Click Buy Now for computer(s) you want to purchase.
- Select all items (computer, warranty, and adapter with laptops) by clicking the check box at top of list (or each individual check box). Click Add to Cart.
- After adding to Cart, if you need to make any changes to hardware specs (RAM, hard drive size, etc), click the CONFIGURE link, located in computer details. After making changes, click UPDATE.
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The purpose of a Proposal is to obtain price estimates, review computer specs, consult with IT, and/or pursue funding approval. To create a Proposal click the Send Proposal link. IMPORTANT: While filling out proposal details, include the Name(s) of people receiving computer(s) in the Proposal Comments field. Then click Submit Proposal.
- Purchasing Agents, with Role of "Registered Proposers", have the option of not creating a Proposal for PCard purchases. If paying with a PCard, click Convert To Order and then Checkout to complete the purchasing process. A proposal is not required for PCard purchases. A proposal is required for Purchase Orders, which needs to be submitted to the Purchasing Department with your PO.
- During the Checkout process, for ALL orders, choose Enter Alternate Shipping Address at the Ship To prompt.
- Ensure the following Shipping Address, to ensure all items are delivered to the Hardware Receiving & Processing Team:
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Eastern Washington University
320 Media Lane
Attn Line/Bldg Info: Hardware Receiving, LIB 100
Cheney , WA 99004-5321
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Eastern Washington University
- Enter PCard payment details. IMPORTANT: In the PO Number field, enter the Name(s) of people receiving computer(s). Click Verify Order and Confirm to finalize and submit your order.
Create a Service Request
- If the hardware being ordered is assigned to a specific person, choose the "Computer Hardware Puchase (Individual)" Service Request. If the hardware being purchased is for a Classroom, Lab, or other location where hardware is NOT assigned to a specific person, choose the "Bulk Computer Hardware Purchase" Service Request. Service Requests for Individual and Bulk Computer Hardware Purchases can be found here: https://support.ewu.edu (Click "SERVICE CATALOG" at top of screen, or "Submit a Request" link).
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DECIDING ON A COMPUTER
Accessories and Lenovo Computers supported by EWU IT are listed below. All laptops are bundled with a HDMI to VGA adapter adding $69.
Form Factor | Standard | Performance | Elite |
iMac 21.5" |
21.5" iMax Retina 4K Processor: 2.3GHz dual-core Intel i5 Storage: 256 SSD RAM: 8GB 2133 MHZ Graphics: Intel Iris Plus Graphics 640 Cost: $1,049 + $169 4-Year Apple Care . |
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iMac 27.5" |
27" iMax Retina 5K Processor: 3.1GHz 6-core 10th-gen Intel i5 Storage: 256 SSD RAM: 8GB 2666MHZ Graphics: Radeon Pro 5300 with 4GB Cost: $1,879 + $169 4-Year Apple Care |
27" iMax Retina 5K Processor: 3.3GHz 6-core 10th-gen Intel i5 Storage: 512 SSD RAM: 16GB 2666MHZ Graphics: Radeon Pro 5300 w/ 4GB Cost: $2,079 + $169 4-Year Apple Care |
27" iMax Retina 5K Processor: i9-Ten Core 3.6 GHz Storage: 512 SSD RAM: 16GB 2666MHZ Graphics: Radeon Pro 5300 w/ 4GB Cost: $2,889 + $169 4-Year Apple Care |
Laptop Touch 13" |
13” MacBook Air Processor: Apple M1 Chip (16-core Neural Engine) Storage: 256 SSD RAM: 8GB 2133 MHz LPDDR3 Graphics: Apple M1 chip with 7‑core GPU Cost: $899 + $249 4-Year Apple Care |
13” MacBook Pro with Touch Bar Processor: 2.0GHz quad-core 10th-gen Intel i5 Storage: 512 SSD RAM: 16GB 3733 MHz LPDDRX4 Graphics:Intel Iris Plus Graphics Cost: $1,699 + $299 4-Year Apple Care |
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Laptop Touch 16" |
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16” MacBook Pro Processor: i7-Six Core 2.6GHz Storage: 512GB SSD RAM: 16GB 2666 DDR4 Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 5300M with 4GB Cost: $2,199 + $399 Apple Care |
16” MacBook Pro Processor: i9-Eight Core 2.4GHz Storage: 512GB SSD RAM: 32GB 2666 DDR4 Graphics: AMD Radeon Pro 5500M with 8GB Cost: $3,019 + $399 Apple Care * requires changing config of performance model |
iPads | After consulting with IT, choose from the iPad pull-down menu. | After consulting with IT, choose from the iPad pull-down menu. | After consulting with IT, choose from the iPad pull-down menu. |