Primary Computer Replacement for CLAS Employees

Effective 7/1/2015 and forward, OIT is no longer providing machines to replace old computers (old being generally more than four years). CLAS is picking up this cost and will provide funding equivalent to the standard desktop (Mac or PC) for employee primary use computers (ie, not labs, a second unit, etc). If an employee wishes to have a desktop with specifications above the standard, or a notebook, the department will need to supply funds to cover the difference in cost and CLAS IT will need to verify it can be supported.

Desktop Replacement Policy

If a department decides to replace a machine and wants to receive the CLAS IT $700 subsidy, this is the process:

1. User completes a replacement form (choose Academic Affairs > CLAS in the dropdowns).
2. CLAS IT determines if the computer is eligible for replacement.
3. If eligible, the department purchases a supported machine using G01 index.
4. When the computer arrives, CLAS IT or OIT image it for PSU use.
5. The user returns the old computer to CLAS IT.**
6. CLAS IT authorizes the department to JV $700 of the computer expense to an approved Dean's Office index (index number to be provided).

** If the department decides to keep the old computer, then it is not considered a desktop replacement and no funds are transferred from the Dean's Office to the department.

Most OIT and CLAS IT supported systems are detailed here: http://www.pdx.edu/oit/recommended-computer-hardware though that list is not exhaustive - if something different is required contact clas-support@pdx.edu and Rob or Joe will advise.