Staff Buying a Computer
Introduction
If you are purchasing IT equipment for a department or research group please consult your School IT Co-ordinator. They will help you ensure correct technical standards and that the University's substantial purchasing power is used to obtain the best value for money.
H.P. University P.C. Purchases
HP are now our sole supplier for all desktop and laptop purchases. Please refer to each of the standard Loughborough University specifications below before making your purchase. For further advice on which model to buy or to order a new machine, please contact your local IT person. If you are a member of Support Services, please contact the IT Service Desk for further advice or complete the downloadable order form and e-mail to IT.Services@lboro.ac.uk to place an order with HP. Please ensure you include a purchase order number.
Note that new computers will use our new Windows 7 Service.
HP Desktop Computers:
Note: The prices (as of 09/02/2012) stated above do not include VAT and may change slighly in the future.
Note that the 8200 USDT is not compatible with the recommended video card (Nvidia Quadro 600). You only have onboard video with this computer.
The only key difference between the Convertible Minitower and the Microtower is that it is slighly larger and has extra capacity for an additional hard drive.
Update 13 January 2012:
The 8200 USDT now ships with a 320GB Hard Drive. The 250GB Hard Drive is currently affected by a material shortage and HP now ships this model with a larger hard drive at no extra cost.
HP Laptop Computers:
There are three Laptop Models to choose from: The Professional (6460b), Traveller (Folio 13) and the Multimedia (8560p). The HP Laptop Comparison Table can used to view the model differences. The prices below were valid on 09/02/2012 and may change slighly in the future.
- HP Professional 6460b Laptop (£559.88 ex VAT)
- HP EliteBook 2560p Laptop (£675.00 ex VAT)
- HP Traveller Folio 13 Laptop (£650.00 ex VAT)
- HP Traveller Folio 13 Laptop (£650.00 ex VAT) Datasheet
- Note This does not come with a CD / DVD drive.
- HP HDMI to VGA Display adapter (£23.97 ex VAT) - This adapter is necessary to display output from the HP Traveller Folio 13 Laptop onto projectors in lecture theatres and computer labs.
- HP Multimedia EliteBook 8560p Laptop (£685.77 ex VAT)
Update 23 February 2012:
The HP Professional 6460b has a 320GB Hard Drive. The 250GB Hard Drive is currently affected by a material shortage and HP now ships these models with a larger hard drive at no extra cost.
HP Laptop Docking Units:
HP Traveller Folio 13 can be used with:
HP EliteBook 2560p can be used with:
HP Professional ProBook 6460b can be used with:
HP Multimedia EliteBook 8560p can be used with:
Information on Multiple Screen Docking Unit Configurations
HP Monitors:
Note: The prices (as of 09/02/2012) stated above do not include VAT and may change slighly in the future.
* Note: You can order the LE2002xi Monitor below if you are purchasing the 8200 (USDT) Ultra Slim Desktop. This Monitor has a built in work centre stand which allows the 8200 USDT unit to be attached to the back of the monitor.
* Also note that monitor prices when purchased with a computer system may slightly differ from monitor prices bought separately without a computer.
Input Signal Support for the above Monitors:
- LA 1951g 19-inch: VGA, DVI-D
- LE 2002x 20-inch: VGA, DVI-D
- LE 2002xi 20-inch: VGA, DVI-D
- LA 2306x 23-inch: VGA, DVI-D, Display Port
The LA1951G and LA2306x can be tilted 90 degrees for a 'Portrait' view. The other two models do not support this feature.
For optimal performance IT Services recommends the use of Display Port connections where possible. In Labs environments we recommend that the HP DisplayPort Cable Kit (VN567AA) is used so the monitor cable can be fully secured.
Recommended Graphics Cards:
The NVIDIA Quadro 600 has a low profile design which can be installed into three of the currently supported HP Desktop Models (8200 MT, SFF, and CMT). It will not fit in a 8200 USDT Model. Note that you will need to manually install this card if you order it, it does not come pre-installed inside the HP Computer.
Again, in Labs environments we recommend that the HP DisplayPort Cable Kit (VN567AA) is used so the monitor cable can be fully secured.
Mobile broadband
If you require 3G Mobile Broadband for computers which do not have this feature included you will need to purchase a USB device from a mobile supplier. We have tested the USB Modem 318U supplied by O2 and confirm its suitability for use with the Windows 7 service. Contact details for the University’s mobile providers can be found via the Purchasing Office.
HP Contact:
Brian Nelson
UK Enterprise Account Manager PSG
Hewlett Packard Ltd
Tel +44 (0)7825 523 084
brian.nelson@hp.com
FAQ:
Question: What does a '4 Year Warranty Next Business Day' actually mean?
Answer: Hardware is covered for four years and HP will respond to a fault within 24 hours.
Question: If an order is placed what is the delivery time agreement?
Answer: Approximately 12 working days for desktops and 16 working days for laptops.