University-Recommended Computers
Departments purchasing computers using state funds, including grant monies, are required to follow ECU's technology purchasing process (see Related Articles on this page). To request a consult or quote for a new purchase, please submit the Computer Support service request.
ECU currently supports these computer makes and models:
| Apple MacBook Air (Mac) |
Dell Precision 3560 Workstation (Windows) |
| Processor: M1 chip** |
Processor: Intel® Core™ i7-1185G7 |
| Memory: 16GB RAM |
Memory: 16GB RAM |
| Graphics processor: Integrated graphics processor |
Graphics processor: NVIDIA T500 2GB GDDR6 |
| Storage: 256GB SSD |
Storage: 256GB SSD |
| Docking station: WD19TBS |
Docking station: WD19TBS |
**There are limitations with the Apple Silicon M1 chip: 1) M1-based Macs ONLY support one external monitor natively. In our experience, this has been a major deterrent for some Mac users. 2) Boot Camp is not supported on M1 Macs, so dual booting options are limited to Mac virtual machine apps like Parallels Desktop.
University-Recommended Printers
| Enterprise |
Office |
Multifunction |
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M611x (b/w)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M611dn (b/w)
- HP LaserJet Enterprise M555x (color)
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- HP LaserJet Pro 4001dn (b/w)
- HP LaserJet Pro M454dn (color)
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- HP LaserJet Pro M479fdw MFP (color)
- HP OfficeJet Pro 9020 AIO (color)
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Portable External Storage Devices
It is recommended that departments purchase 256-bit AES encrypted flash drives, self-encrypting external Solid State Drives (SSD) and hard drives for external storage needs. When self-encrypting drives are not feasible due to compatibility or are cost prohibitive, use of a software encryption solution such as WinZip Pro, Windows Bitlocker or macOS Filevault with a standard external storage solution is acceptable. A list of manufacturers of hardware-encrypted flash drives, external SSDs, and external hard drives is listed below.
PLEASE NOTE:
- Flash drives that are customized, pre-printed and/or preloaded with ECU data will not be approved for purchase
- Flash drives purchased as blank should not be provided as promotions with ECU data included
- Flash drives from state contract vendors (Staples, Tiger Direct, CDWG, etc.) and distributed without content will be approved for purchase
| Encrypted Flash Drives |
Encrypted External Solid State Drives |
Encrypted External hard Drives |
| Kingston |
Samsung Portable SSD |
DataLocker (Ironkey) |
| Ironkey |
Western Digital (WD) My Passport SSD |
Western Digital |
| DataLocker |
DataLocker 3 |
Seagate |
| Kanguru |
Seagate |
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Servers, Medical Equipment, Special Software
Before purchasing IT equipment or software, departments should submit a hardware consultation request to discuss network connectivity, data storage and other needs of the project and to also ensure ECU’s security regulations are followed. Please note that any purchase over $5000 requires approval.
Need assistance planning an IT project? Submit the IT Project Request form.