Computer Refresh Procedure
Faculty and Staff primary computers are replaced every five years at Fairfield University.
Criteria:
• Full time staff or faculty primary work computer that is four years old or older*.
• Full time staff or faculty primary work computer experiencing significant issues at the discretion of ITS.
*ITS funds the cost of the primary computers only. One device, one monitor, docking station, mouse and keyboard.
Refresh Process:
1. ITS evaluates the latest computer equipment and chooses two models by April 1st.
2. A data base report is run from Asset Tracking to compile the list of who is eligible for a new machine.
3. Email communication goes out to each user who is eligible, along with a survey they must complete.
4. ITS reviews survey submissions as they come in. Once funding is dispersed, the large computer order is placed.
5. There is a 4 to 6 week lead time on shipment.
6. New computer installs begin as soon as the equipment arrives. ITS focuses on new faculty as a priority.
7. The computer is assigned to the technician via the ITS ticketing system and the tech will reach to user to setup an install appointment.
*Faculty must be on campus to have their machine installed.
* Part time employees are eligible for a refurbished computer at date of hire.
* Tenure Track Professors and Professors of the Practice are eligible for new computers at the date of hire. Adjunct professors and Visiting Professors are eligible for a refurbished computer at date of hire.
3/6/2019
Contact the ITS Help Desk in the Library Room 230 or at (203) 254-4069 for assistance.