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Instructions for Ordering Computer Minimize    

INSTRUCTIONS FOR REQUESTOR:

Please forward the confirmation email you received to whomever generates/processes purchase orders in your department. The attachment in included contains the information necessary for them to generate the purchase order in Point Plus.

If the PC Type listed above is no longer your replacement choice, please let your Technology Implementation Manager know (copied in the confirmation email) prior to forwarding your request to your departmental purchaser so the information can be updated and a new purchase order template sent to you.


INFORMATION FOR DEPARTMENTAL PURCHASER:

When creating the purchase order in
Point Plus (must be a PB4) please use the account number indicated on the template, type each line item exactly as it appears on the template, and enter the person placing the request as the Requestor along with their office phone number so their name will appear on the delivery receipt. Once the purchase order is created in Point Plus, no departmental approval will be necessary.  The the PB4 will be sent to IT for approval and the one who entered it will get an email copy.

If you have any questions about the purchase order items or prices please email
TIMS@utep.edu. If you have any questions regarding processing of the purchase orders please direct them to the Purchasing Office.

   
Instructions for Received Computer Minimize    

Windows computers are shipped with the standard UTEP image preinstalled. Included in the computer box is a quick setup guide that describes the steps necessary to configure your computer for first-time use. If you do not follow the instructions precisely, you run the risk of not being able to use your computer until Technology Support can send a technician to your office. If you have any questions about the quick setup guide instructions, please contact Technology Support at helpdesk@utep.edu before you power up the system for the first time. If you prefer to have IT set up your new computer for you, please open a service request at https://servicedesk.utep.edu/WorkOrder.do?reqTemplate=2102.

Apple computers are not shipped with the standard UTEP image. Once you receive your new Apple computer, please open a service request at https://servicedesk.utep.edu/WorkOrder.do?reqTemplate=2101 category to have the rest of the UTEP software suite installed. 

   
Instructions for Surplussing Your Old Computer Minimize    

After your computer is received you will be required to surplus the computer with inventory tag# you submitted for replacement within 60 days of receipt of your new computer. Monitors do not have to be surplussed with the computers.

For more information on the PC Replacement Program and to download a PC Replacement surplus form, please go to: PC Replacement Home Page. Links for each year are available at the bottom of the page.  Once you have completed the form you should fax to to Surplus and make arrangements with them for pickup as with any as usual Surplus request.  For any Surplus property inquiries please contact Elsa Cordova at ext 7136 or ecordova@utep.edu.