Quinnipiac University Laptop Technology
Updated May 27, 2010:
We are pleased to announce the Quinnipiac recommended laptops - the Dell Latitude E6410, Latitude 13 and Precision M4500 - are now available for purchase.
You may purchase them here, or by calling 1-877-594-0026.
Many undergraduate courses depend upon student use of personal computers both in and out of the classroom. To support the use of technology in the academic setting, the University requires all incoming freshmen and transfer students to use a laptop.
Quinnipiac believes that students will benefit most from a commercial or business grade laptop that stands to last. To meet the University's laptop requirement, Quinnipiac has partnered with Dell for the ninth year to offer the best value, technology and support for our students.
Quinnipiac recommended laptops are fully configured for use at the University, and include a support package in addition to Dell's ProSupport, next business day on-site service, and CompleteCare, accidental damage coverage. Students will have access to on-campus, comprehensive technical support seven days a week, as well as loaner laptops--available in the event they are without their laptop. Support for students using laptops other than recommended laptops is available for University enterprise applications, including, but not limited to e-mail, Blackboard, WebAdvisor and MyFilespace.
Quinnipiac recommends incoming freshmen and transfer students during the 2010-2011 academic year purchase the Dell Latitude E6410. The Dell Latitude E6410 is our mainstream laptop. The configuration of this laptop - hard drive size, processor speed, memory and screen size - through the special Quinnipiac offering meets the academic and lifestyle needs of our students. The Dell Latitude 13, our portable model and Precision M4500, our performance model also meet the academic needs of our students, and will be offered as options as well. A full list of specifications for each model can be found here.
For questions, e-mail laptop@quinnipiac.edu. If you are not clicking on the link at left to send an e-mail, but copying and pasting the address into an e-mail message, please add "Laptop" to the subject line. This will ensure proper routing of your inquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Features and Benefits
Ordering
Payment
Features and Benefits
What are some of the benefits of purchasing the recommended laptop?
The recommended laptop:
- is the only laptop fully supported by the University.
- is fully configured with pre-loaded software, network configurations and security settings compatible with the University.
- comes with comprehensive, worldwide Dell Technical phone support 24/7, next business day on-site repair, CompleteCare which covers accidental damage coverage (i.e. liquid spills, drops, electrical surge), and Computrace anti-theft tracking software, which offers a money back recovery guarantee in the event your laptop is lost or stolen anywhere in the world.
- comes with on-campus tech support, which includes Computer Help Desk assistance, loaner laptops available to students while their machines are being repaired, and a comprehensive student assistance program (STARs) support seven days a week, with as much as 16 hours a day.
What kind of support is available if I don't purchase the recommended laptop?
Support for students who do not purchase the recommended laptop is not as comprehensive. Support is available for all enterprise applications, including, but not limited to e-mail, Blackboard, WebAdvisor and Filespace.
Will my laptop be safe on campus?
There is no substitution for being certain that your computer is in a safe location at all times. You should treat your laptop with the utmost care. Computrace offers some reassurance in the event of a loss or theft. In addition, laptop locks may be purchased at office supply stores. Locking your computer is encouraged if you are living in the residence halls and leave your room unattended for an extended period of time.
Ordering
When can I order the recommended laptop?
We anticipate pricing and ordering information to be available in May 2010. Students should order the laptop prior to the start of their first semester.
Where should I have my laptop delivered?
You should have your laptop delivered to your home. Due to export laws and license restrictions, the company will not ship a computer outside the United States. If you do not have an address within the US, please make prior arrangements with the Computer Help Desk to have it shipped to them. Please call 203-582-4357.
Payment
How do I pay for my laptop?
Payment is made via credit card (Visa or Mastercard).
Is financing available?
No, financing is not available for the 2010-2011 Quinnipiac recommended laptops.
Can I apply for additional financial aid to cover the cost of my computer? What is the process?
Yes, a family can request additional PLUS Loan (parent loan) or alternative loan funds for computer-related expenses. Just include the cost of the computer when applying for your loan, and send the Office of Financial Aid proof of purchase to support the additional costs, so it can certify the appropriate amount on your loan. For entering students, federal regulations require all loan proceeds to be disbursed no earlier than 30 days after the beginning of the semester. Students will need to take this into consideration when purchasing a computer. Grant aid is not available for these purchases. Contact Financial Aid at 203-582-8750 or 800-462-1944, or e-mail finaid@quinnipiac.edu.