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Purchase and replacement information

Purpose and scope
What the fund covers

Automatic replacements
When and how your computer is replaced

Application and awards
New needs and early replacements

Standard configurations
What will I get

Expectations and caveats
What will I get

FAQ
Frequently asked questions

Purpose and Scope of the Micro Fund

The Microcomputer Fund is an annual sum of money allocated by the College to purchase 'office' computers, workgroup printers and some upgrades (such as additional RAM) for faculty and staff members, as well as for public-access facilities. Micro Fund purchases are not charged against any of your department's or office's budgets. The Microcomputer Fund is not used to purchase peripheral hardware, software or non-computer peripheral equipment (such as FAX machines or VCRs); these items should be purchased through your departmental TEM (Technology/Equipment/Maintenance) budgets.

The College has set a goal of replacing institutionally-owned computers every four years and institutionally-owned workgroup printers every six years, depending on funding levels. The Micro Fund can afford to purchase and replace one (1) computer per faculty or staff member.

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