Staff and Faculty Computer Purchases

The total cost of a computer goes well beyond the initial purchase and extends throughout the entire lifecycle of the computer to include all support and maintenance activity for its expected 4 year lifespan. Trent University is currently under contract with Dell Canada for the supply of standardized laptops and desktops. Each computer arrives preloaded with a Trent University image and standard software package. 

Lead times for computer systems are significantly impacted by ongoing global supply chain shortages. Manufactures’ websites will list typical lead times; however, these are estimates and may be further delayed.

Steps To Order Your Standard Dell Computer

Please follow this link to the Dell Premier;

1. Choose a basic machine or customize your computer by adding upgrades;
2. Add to your cart;
3. Save as an E-Quote (record the Dell E-Quote number);
4. Send a completed Purchase Order Requisition to the Purchasing Office, referencing your E-Quote Number.

Standard delivery from Dell is 8 to 10 days. 

Steps to Order Your Apple Computer

Please follow this link to the Apple Store for Education Institutions;

1. Search for Trent University using the Find Your School dialogue box;
2. Select Browse as Guest;
3.  Add items to your cart;
4. Save as a Saved Cart (record your Saved Cart number);
5.  Send a completed Purchase Order Requisition to the Purchasing Office, referencing your Saved Cart Number.

Standard delivery from Apple is 4 to 7 days.