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WELCOME Technology Buying Workshop Computer Hardware Computer Marketplace: NEW LINK http://www.drexel.edu/irt/DownloadsAndComputers IRT's one stop link for computer hardware and software Contains computer specs, buyers guide, approved vendors, educational pricing, faculty upgrades, etc.
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WELCOME Technology Buying Workshop Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Computer Hardware • Computer Marketplace: NEW LINK http://www.drexel.edu/irt/DownloadsAndComputers • IRT's one stop link for computer hardware and software • Contains computer specs, buyers guide, approved vendors, educational pricing, faculty upgrades, etc. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Computer Recommendations • Desktop Computers: Dell, Lenovo (IBM), Apple • Laptop Computers: Dell, Lenovo (IBM), Apple • Tablet Computers: Dell, Lenovo (IBM) • Note: Core administrative systems, Banner, NolijWeb, Hyperion, etc. will not work with Macintosh OS and are not yet certified for Windows7. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Departmental Rotation • Departmental rotation managed by the individual departments • Usually every three or four years depending on the warranty • Some departments replace approximately one third of their computers each year Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Faculty Refresh Program • Provost Office decides which tenure-track faculty members are eligible to receive new computers. • Non-tenured faculty would fall under the departmental rotation process. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Discounted Computers for Departmental Purchases • Departments are invited to take advantage of discounts on selected models through volume purchasing from the annual Faculty Refresh Program. • Specifications for the computers are posted at http://www.drexel.edu/irt/computers/faculty • P-Card holders can go directly to the Dell Premier website. Select either Windows XP or Vista OS. • For Apple products, P-Card holders can go directly to the Apple/Drexel website. • Questions, please email procurement@drexel.edu Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
How to Purchase Equipment • Quotes can be generated on line, or over the phone directly with the vendor. • Select only what options are needed following IRT's guidelines. • Choose the best (3, 4, or 5 year) vendor warranty your budget will allow. • Computer Fixer offers a 4 year extended warranty (on top of the 3 year vendor warranty). Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Specifications to Consider • “Windows 7 ready” with advice from your sysadmin and IRT desktop support consultant http://www.drexel.edu/irt/support • Processor speed, RAM memory, hard drive, flat screen monitor(s). • Keyboard, mouse, DVD/CD burner, floppy drive, built in Ethernet, wireless Ethernet. • USB, Firewire ports, video or sound cards, card readers, drivers and utilities disk. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Specifications Continued • Contact IRT by e-mail to consult@drexel.edu before purchasing to verify your selections. • Power outlet strip (surge protector) • Ethernet cable (straight through, CAT5E or higher), • Ethernet jack activation contact Networking at networking@drexel.edu include location, wall plate number and contact information. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Purchasing Computers • Departmental machines recommended are the corporate models: such as the Dell Latitude (laptop) or Optiplex (desktop) • Consumer models are NOT suited for office use; such as the Dell Inspiron (laptop) or Dimension (desktop) and are not listed on the premier page. • Questions about purchasing or problems ordering should be directed to your department's assigned buyer. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Dual or Large Monitors • Becoming more popular, but planning is necessary • After using them, users consider them a necessity. • Computer needs to have a dual monitor video card installed with compatible monitors. • Radeon or NVidia recommended, with dual VGA and DVI. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Network Printers • Lexmark, HP, Canon, accessories • Drexel requires Lexmark for Banner printers. • https://shop.lexmark.com/drexel Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
B&W Network Printer Specifications • Ethernet connection • 500 sheet trays • 2000 sheet trays • duplex unit • output expander • Extra memory • flash RAM (Banner Forms) • toner cartridges • maintenance kits • extended warranty Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Color Network Printer Specifications • Laser or ink stick, extra paper trays, Ethernet connection, toner cartridges or ink sticks, maintenance kits. • Computer Fixer offers extended warranty for out of warranty Lexmark printers. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Other Network Printer Items • Power outlet strip • surge protector • Ethernet cable • straight through, CAT5E or higher • Ethernet jack activation required • email networking@drexel.edu • Static IP address/DNS name • e-mail hosts@drexel.edu Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Desktop Local Printers • Not cost efficient • Lexmark, HP, Canon ink jet or laser • Connected by USB • May need to purchase USB 2.0 cable separately • https://shop.lexmark.com/drexel Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Scanners for NolijWeb • Canon DR-7580 high speed USB document production scanner recommended. • Canon DR7550C Color scanner recommended for higher resolution image processing (transcripts and OCR) • Priced below $5000.00 Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Multi Function Devices • Copy - Print - Scan - FAX: Canon, HP, Lexmark • Contact IRT for specific information needed for set up. • Call x5862 or email telephone-requests@drexel.eduto set up analog phone line for FAX • Setup and Support for MFP devices falls between IRT and the vendor. • Trainings arranged through the vendor. • Support for stand alone FAX machines provided from the vendor. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Smart Boards and Projectors • IRT purchases Smartboards (http://www.smarttech.com) from Rodata, Inc., the preferred vendor for all AV equipment. • Projectors are typically purchased through CDW • IRT currently has the Mitsubishi 4000 HD models in the Korman Center labs. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Departmental Shared Files • File server • For Drexel departments, storage space is maintained locally by IRT. • To submit a request for shared file space, send an email to accounts@drexel.edu • SharePoint • Enables teams to share documents, calendars and more • http://www.drexel.edu/irt/sharing/sharepointspace/ • For more information email olt@drexel.edu with “SharePoint” in the subject Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Individual Computer Backups • ConnectedBackup for Windows or MacOS • Backups up documents or entire computers visit http://www.drexel.edu/irt/computers/backup/ • Can recover documents on your own even via the web • Multiple versions of documents are kept so that you can recover last week’s edition • $50/computer one-time license cost and monthly costs based on disk space reserved • Call 215-895-2020 or email Accounts@drexel.edu to sign up. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
WiFi at Drexel • The DragonFly wireless network equipment at Drexel supports all current WiFi standards: 802.11a, 11b, 11g, and 11n. • Drexel recommends wireless devices that support “dual-band (2.4 GHz and 5.0 GHz) 802.11n” to provide the best performance. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Smartphones and Email • Smartphones give mobile access to the Internet, email, contacts, calendars, etc. • Most phones (Windows, iPhone, Android, WebOS) connect to Drexel’s servers directly • iPhone data/text plans cost more than the others • BlackBerries have a special way to connect • That “BES” method requires extra monthly charges from both the wireless carrier and Drexel Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Mobile Email Pre-Requisites • BlackBerry users • Tell carrier that you’ll use “BES” ($5/mo extra) • Tell Telecom (phone-request@drexel.edu or x5862) to setup BES ($10/mo to office phone) • Other users • Tell carrier that you want Internet access; don’t mention email or Exchange • Configuration assistance contact IRT Help Desk Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Data Plans for use in the U.S. • Carrier require data plans for smartphones • “Unlimited” for data plans usually means • Up to 5GB/month or you pay more • Only within the U.S. or you pay $20/MB • Cannot be used as a modem for your laptop • “Tethering” add-ons plans cost extra • iPhone and BlackBerry plans cost more Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Smartphones outside the U.S. • Look for GSM/HSPA devices with the frequencies that you need: • International data services are not part of any standard plan • If you need a passport to travel, add an “international unlimited data plan” before you go; cancel it after you return and get your first bill; don’t cancel before that first bill comes • Personally-liable accounts often can’t add and cancel monthly, but Drexel-liable accounts can, although you may need to push • These plans are expensive ($30-$60/mo more) Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Wide-Area Wireless Networks for your Computer (WWAN) • The same networks that support phones, support data cards for computers • Verizon and Sprint have national 3G using EV-DO Rev. A technology; AT&T and T-Mobile have 3G using HSPA technology, but have smaller coverage areas than Verizon and Sprint (T-Mobile significantly so) • Sprint and Clearwire offer a 4G network using WiMAX, but it’s only available in and near big cities • Because of different technologies and radio frequencies, no carrier’s equipment will work on another’s network Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Wide-Area Wireless Networks Outside the U.S. • EV-DO is not used outside the U.S. so “regular” Verizon and Sprint data cards won’t work; the HSPA frequencies used by AT&T and T-Mobile in the U.S. won’t work overseas unless they support 2100 MHz UMTS/HSPA (3G). • Some laptops can be ordered with a DORA/HSPA combo card to work on the Verizon or Sprint DORA network in the U.S. and partner firms’ HSPA network overseas. If you get such a card, you must activate the international feature with your carrier before you leave the U.S. • International data services are not part of any standard AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile or Verizon contract; ask about an upgrade for international data. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Computer Software • Computer Marketplace: NEW LINK http://www.drexel.edu/irt/DownloadsAndComputers • IRT's one stop link for computer hardware and software • Contains list of software free for Drexel community, additional products, academic discounts Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Three Ways to Get Licensed Software • Download from https://software.drexel.edu(using Drexel Domain userid and password) • Buy it from e-Academy (CD or DVD): go to DrexelOne under Hardware and Software on the Drexel tab • Buy it from JourneyEd: go to DrexelOne under Hardware and Software on the Drexel tab Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Download Software • Log into https://software.drexel.edu with Drexel Domain log on credentials (drexel\userid) • Important to read the ReadMe files for installation instructions and product keys. • Downloads are compressed files (Windows: self-extracting Zip files, Macintosh: Binary or DiskImage). Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Eligible for Software Downloads • Students – Full time and Part time • Undergraduate and graduate • Full time and part time faculty • Full time and part time staff Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
NOT Eligible for Software Downloads • NE (non-employee associate) • Volunteers • Alumni • Retirees Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Software Available to Download • Microsoft Office 2007 for Windows • Microsoft Office 2008 for Macintosh • Symantec End Point - Antivirus • Windows OS Upgrades • Acrobat Professional, and much more. • NO Apple Macintosh OS Updates • Full list available at http://www.drexel.edu/irt/software/softwarelist Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Buy Software From e-Academyfor CD/DVD Media Only • Go to DrexelOne under Hardware and Software on the Drexel tab • Purchases with credit cards ONLY, • Mastercard and Visa. • Shipped only to USA addresses • Software is US license ONLY • Purchases may not be entitled to free vendor tech support • call IRT for support. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Buy Software From JourneyEd • Go to DrexelOne under Hardware and Software on the Drexel tab • Prices are educational discount, not at site licensed rates. • Examples: Full line of Adobe products (Photoshop, PageMaker), Quickbooks, etc, • Prices may be higher than eAcademy. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Installing Software Which is NOT Supported by Drexel • Contact IRT for advice on testing. • Test on one computer first. • Software should not interfere with Drexel supported software or Enterprise systems. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Windows 7 • Windows 7, which comes standard with IE8, is not yet vendor certified for core enterprise systems (Banner, Nolij, Hyperion, etc.). • NOT recommended for Enterprise system user primary computers at this time. • Enterprise version available for Drexel owned computers only. • All others can purchase Professional or Ultimate versions through e-Academy. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Korman Center Lab Software • List of software installed: http://www.drexel.edu/irt/facilities/equipment/software Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Drexel Contact Information • IRT: http://www.drexel.edu/irt/ • IRT Help Desk: • Phone: 215-895-2020 • e-mail consult@drexel.edu • Ask Drexel: http://ask.drexel.edu Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Parimal Jobanputra Drexel University Information Resources and Technology Accounts Manager 215-895-2912 parimal@drexel.edu Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Joseph F. Cappello Drexel University Information Resources and Technology 215-895-6875 joseph@drexel.edu Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Computer RepairsDrexel and DUCOM • Hardware problems, warranties service • Computer Fixer: http://www.thecomputerfixer.com/ • 215-387-5900 • Basement of Korman Center. • Manager: Jay Powell. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Computer Fixer • Computer Fixer is currently doing all Dell warranty work for both Drexel and DUCOM - Drexel University College of Medicine. • We make it quite easy, just go to our web site: www.thecomputerfixer.com click on “Click here to fill out an online repair request.” • Fill in all mandatory fields, a service call will be generated, and a customer service rep or a technician will be in touch. • Computer fixer is also doing out of warranty hardware work on PC’s, Laptops and Printers. You can place a service call via the online repair request or feel free to call us at 215-387-5900 Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
DUCoM Information Technology • Our mission is to promote and integrate technology to advance education, research, health care and public service. We are committed to providing leadership and support for the effective use of technology, and pride ourselves on delivery of the highest level of customer service, creativity, responsiveness and teamwork. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
DUCoM Information Technology • Services Provided: • Desktop Support • Server and Network Infrastructure • Video Conferencing • Telephony (Cellular/Office Technologies) • Technology Support Desk • Clinical Systems • Web/Application Development Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
DUCoM’s EHR(Electronic Health Record) • Allscripts - Vendor • Electronic Medical Records (EMR) System • Automates access to patient medical information for delivery of patient care. • GE – Vendor • Also known as IDX Financial / Scheduling System • Electronic medical record software and information systems that address functions like billing, scheduling, and patient registration. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
ePlus • Facilitates the Purchase and Support of: • HP Printers • 3005 (Color, Networked, Low Volume) • 2015 (B&W, Networked, Low Volume • 4250 (B&W, Networked, High Volume) • 4700 (Color, Networked, High Volume) • CoM-IT does not support USB printers due to high cost of ownership. • HP Servers • Cisco Network Products Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
ePlus • Equipment asset disposal • HIPPA Certified • Provide value added support in areas of installation and engineering. Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010
Dell • Purchase and Support for: • Dell PC’s • Optiplex • Dell Laptops • Latitude • DUCoM Purchase Portal • Corporate • http://premier.dell.com • Standardized device for Clinical Applications Drexel University Technology Vendor Expo 2010