What is TechU?
• A unique program at Dalhousie that offers a new, fully loaded and supported laptop that you rent during the year, then can buyout in April
• The easiest way to get started at Dalhousie with a laptop: the preloaded software gets you on our network right away
• More flexible than purchasing: rent for 1 term, 2 terms, or 2 terms and keep it. It's your choice!
What Does it Cost?
| TechU Rent-to-own |
PCPC Purchase |
|
|---|---|---|
| Toshiba Tecra | $396 per term (2 terms) | $1198.00 |
| 3 Year Warranty | ||
| Microsoft Office 2007 Pro | $99.00 | |
| Case, Lock & Mouse | $65.00 | |
| Software Preload | N/A | |
| Optional Buyout | $396.00 | N/A |
| Total (tax in) | $1188.00 | $1539.06 |
• $396 per term (Fall + Winter), then $396 buyout, for a total of $1188.00 tax included
• Per term rental fees due when tuition is due, buyout due by April 30th, 2010
• All fees billed directly to your student account
• You save $351.06 by renting compared to purchasing from us!
What Do I Get?
• Brand new Toshiba 14.1" Widescreen laptop, case, lock, and mouse, all chosen by staff of Information Technology Services
• Microsoft Office Professional 2007, McAfee Anti-Virus, Dalhousie wireless network access software all preloaded, plus some additional goodies
• Support from our Help Desks, and peace of mind knowing you are covered by a three year international hardware warranty (if you take advantage of buyout option)
What's Next?
What is PCPC?
PCPC is a Dalhousie owned unit of Information Technology Services which gives us a unique inside perspective of the computing environment at Dalhousie. We exist to offer our students, faculty and staff technology at reasonable prices. PCPC has provided sound advice and relevant computer solutions to the Dalhousie community for over 19 years. Please visit pcpc.dal.ca to get the full story.


