Computers and Supporting Equipment
Computer and Server Purchasing Requirements
Employee Computers (Laptops and Desktops)
All requests for employee computers - including laptops, desktops and related computing devices - must be submitted through Purdue IT.
Purdue IT staff will review each request and determine the appropriate departmental purchasing and support pathway based on university standards, security requirements and IT asset lifecycle management guidelines.
Submitting computer requests through this process ensures:
- Compliance with Purdue IT security and hardware standards
- Proper device configuration and support alignment
- Cost-effective procurement using approved hardware options
- Accurate asset management and inventory tracking
No employee computer purchases may be made directly by departments, faculty or staff outside of this process.
To initiate a purchase, complete the New Equipment Purchase Form.
Review guidance on completing the hardware purchase request form.
Servers, Custom Configurations and Bulk Orders
Departments needing any of the following must request a consultation with Purdue IT:
- New servers
- Custom or non-standard hardware configurations
- Bulk computer or device orders
These requests also begin with the New Equipment Purchase Form.
Once submitted, Purdue IT staff will:
- Review technical requirements
- Establish a meeting to review recommended and compatible solutions
- Coordinate procurement and deployment
- Ensure security, compliance, and asset lifecycle support
- Perform accurate asset management and inventory tracking