At the time of your scheduled SPU computer upgrade you will have the option to purchase your used device as a personal computer and at times, other surplus equipment when it is available.
Equipment Purchase Prices*
Dell Laptop that is 5+ years old
- $175.00
Dell Laptop that is 4+ Years old
- $250.00
Computers will come with the original version of the operating system that was installed when purchased from the vendor.
Monitor, docking station and other peripherals are not included or available for purchase.
Dell Small Form Factor (SFF) Desktops
- $150.00
Computers will come withe the original version of the operating system that was installed when purchased from the vendor.
Monitor, hubs, cables and other peripherals are not included or available for purchase.
When in stock, used projectors from our classrooms are available for purchase "as-is" to the SPU faculty, staff and current students (currently enrolled in courses).
Hitachi Projector*
- $50.00**
*limit of three per person, on a first-come, first-serve basis (no reservations)
*This pricing reflects the standard SPU configuration for laptops and desktops. Different pricing may apply for custom laptops (e.g. Macs, high performance devices, tabelets, etc.). Contact CIS-Purchasing@spu.edu with questions.
Conditions of Purchasing Your Used SPU Computer
When a faculty or staff person purchases their former SPU computer or a projector to use as a personal device, the expectation is that it will no longer be used in their capacity as an SPU employee. The device is no longer supported by the University. For computers, a new operating system will be installed, institutional data is removed, and the hard drive is decrypted. See the formal policy on the purchase of used SPU computer equipment here: Centralized PC Purchasing Policy#Faculty/StaffPurchaseofUsedComputers
Initiating the Process of Purchasing Your Used SPU Computer/Equipment
To express interest in purchasing your device and to kick off the process, first and foremost, reach out to the CIS Help Desk by emailing help@spu.edu to open a ticket. The Help Desk staff will work with you to determine the cost of purchasing your device, acquire the necessary information and signatures, and scheduling an appointment at the Help Desk to purchase your device.
How to Purchase Your Used SPU Computer
When you come to the CIS Help Desk to pick up your computer, also bring the following:
- Your used laptop & charger.
- A check written out to Seattle Pacific University, or cash in the amount of the purchase price of your computer.
A CIS Help Desk technician will prep your computer for you to begin using as a personal device and provide a time estimate for when it will be ready to pick up. They will also provide both your signed form and payment to the CIS Help Desk Manager.
How to Purchase Other Used Equipment (Projectors)
When you come to the CIS Help Desk to pick up your projector, also bring the following:
- Your used laptop & charger.
- A check written out to Seattle Pacific University, or cash in the amount of the purchase price of your device.
A CIS Help Desk technician will grab a projector for you. They will also provide your payment to the CIS Help Desk Manager.
Please reach out to CIS-Purchasing@spu.edu with any questions about purchasing your used device.