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Information for Binghamton University faculty and staff for purchasing a University computer. 
 
General Recommended Specs for Faculty/Staff Computers
Before ordering, departments interested in buying new equipment should submit a request for a New Computer Quote or contact the ITS Help Desk at 607-777-6420. ITS works with multiple vendors, including vendors on state contract, to find the best pricing for the University, and recommends following these procedures for purchasing new computers.
 
Minimum specifications for a staff/faculty computer are:
	
		
			|   | 
			Windows PC | 
			Mac | 
		
		
			| Operating System | 
			Windows 11 Pro | 
			MacOS 14 Sonoma (or Ventura and Monterey) | 
		
		
			| Processor | 
			Intel i5 or i7 | 
			Apple Silicon M2, M3 or Higher (Pro or Max for multiple monitors) | 
		
		
			| Memory | 
			16GB+ | 
			16GB | 
		
		
			| Hard Drive | 
			512GB Solid State Drive (SSD) | 
			512GB Solid State Drive (SSD) | 
		
		
			| Warranty | 
			3 yrs. on-site warranty | 
			3 yrs. AppleCare | 
		
	
 
 
 
If you would like assistance, please feel free to contact the Binghamton University ITS Help Desk at 607-777-6420 or Submit a Request.