Purdue IT Hardware Standards

To better support the university’s mission and ensure consistency, Purdue IT has a standardized approach to the procurement of IT equipment. All IT-related hardware purchases must be made through approved vendors and in alignment with university standards.

Why standardization is important:

Scope of Support: Standard equipment ensures our IT support teams can provide faster, more effective service. When all devices meet approved specifications, troubleshooting, repairs, and replacements are more streamlined.
Institutional Cost Leverage: By purchasing through approved vendors and standardized models, the university benefits from bulk pricing and negotiated contracts, maximizing value for every dollar spent.
Security and Compliance: Standardized devices meet institutional security baselines, reducing risk to university data and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and industry regulations.
Lifecycle Management: Standardization allows IT to efficiently manage equipment lifecycles, including warranties, updates, and timely replacement planning.
Approved Vendors and Models: Using vetted vendors ensures equipment compatibility with campus systems and access to enterprise-level support.

Next Steps:

Please submit IT hardware purchase requests through Purdue IT.
IT staff are available to consult on equipment needs to ensure selections meet both departmental requirements and university standards.
Non-standard purchases will require approval and may result in limited IT support.

Purdue IT Desktop Standards

Computer Hardware (Windows)

Computer Hardware (Apple)