Getting a Computer

Faculty Office Computing Policy
Computer Support Policy

Student and Staff Personally Owned Computers

• Welcome New Students (PDF)
• Dell Recommended Bundles
• Macintosh Recommended Bundles
• Academic Software, including inexpensive Microsoft Office licenses
• Frequently Asked Questions About Computers at Haverford
• Computer Support Policy
• Technology Orientation for New Students

Secure Your New System

• General Information About Protecting Your Computer
• Install Critical Operating System Updates
• Install Critical Microsoft Office Updates
• Install Anti-virus Software

Institutionally Owned Departmental and Office Computers

• Dell Recommended Bundles
• Macintosh Recommended Bundles 
• Faculty Office Computer Policy (Provost Provided Computers)
• Departmental and Grant Computer Purchases
• Repairs

Dispose of Old Equipment Responsibly

• ACC Computer Disposal Service
• Learn About Apple's Recycling Program
• Learn About Dell's Recycling Program
• Pennsylvania EPA Site for Electronic Discards
• Computer Recyclers and Reusers in Pennsylvania (List maintained by PA EPA)
• EPA--Plug into eCycling

Getting Help for Your Computer

• Help Desk and Residential Computer Consultant Program
• Hardware Repair Policy for Personally Owned Computers
• What to do if Liquid Spills on Your Laptop