Purchasing Your Laptop

DePauw students may select either a
Dell laptop, HP Tablet PC, or Apple system as their DePauw program laptop.

DePauw has worked closely with Dell, Apple and HP to bring the latest technology and the best possible pricing to our students. Please use the links below to purchase your student laptop.

Apple Laptop		Dell Laptop		HP Tablet PC
NOW AVAILABLE! The Apple Back-to-School special is available to DePauw students.  After adding a laptop to your Cart, you will be asked if you want to participate.		NOW AVAILABLE! The Dell Laptop for Fall 2008 is now ready for order. Use the link above for more details.		COMING the week of JULY 7 Get the Specifics on the DePauw Tablet PC Click here Don't know what a Tablet PC is? Click here. Use the link above for more details.

If you would like to have your computer shipped directly to DePauw, please read this:

Shipping Information

The University has partnered with these vendors to configure specific models that are compatible with the University network, software in use at DePauw, as well as support programs that are offered. You may upgrade where offered on the vendor's web site. You must purchase your laptop computer via one of these web sites or via the specified telephone numbers to receive the appropriate pricing and configuration!

Common Questions -- Laptop Comparison Checklist:

	Apple MacBook	Apple MacBook Pro	Dell Latitude D630	HP 2710P Tablet PC
Operating System	Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard	Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard	Windows XP	Windows XP Tablet PC Edition
Screen size (diagonal widescreen)	13"	15.4"	14.4"	12.1"
Screen type	Glossy	Antiglare	Antiglare	Antiglare, Outdoor Viewable with Digitizer
Weight	5 lbs.	5.4 lbs.	5.5 lbs.	3.75 lbs. (5.4 lbs. w/base)
Class**	Consumer	Corporate	Corporate	Corporate
Wireless LAN	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Built-in Webcam	Standard	Standard	--	Standard
Full-size keyboard	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Pen-based interface (pen included)	--	--	--	Standard
CD/DVD Read/Write optical drive	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Carrying Case	(Optional)	(Optional)	(Optional)	(Optional)
Warranty	3-year AppleCare Protection Plan	3-year AppleCare Protection Plan	3-year Dell CompleteCare™ Accidental Damage Protection	3-year HP Total Care Accidental Damage Protection
On campus repairs & support	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
DePauw Software Bundle Pre-installed at Factory*	--	--	Standard	Standard
Approx. price of laptop from vendor (not incl shipping or tax)	$1393	$1957	$1599*	$1998*
Add'l cost of Required DePauw Software Bundle*	$199	$199	--*	--*
Approx. total cost	$1592	$2156	$1599	$1998

 

* The Dell and HP computers come with the University software bundle pre-installed and the cost of the software bundle is included in the manufacturer's price.

The Apple computers do not come pre-loaded with the required software bundle. Students who select an Apple Laptop must pick up their software bundle when they arrive in the fall. The software bundle can be picked up and paid for at the Information Services HelpDesk.

For more information about the software bundle, see DePauw University Laptop Initiative - Software.

** Corporate class models are designed for more enhanced durability than consumer class models and have more standardized components with longer lifecyles that ensure consistent and easier repairs when needed. DePauw recommends the corporate class model for all students.

Page updated: 02-Jul-2008