As technology evolves and new features are offered, there may be times when unwanted or unexpected things happen. This page is dedicated to providing some tips, tricks, and recommendations to circumvent these undesired circumstances.
Normalize Sound Levels – Windows
Microsoft Windows 10 automatically adjusts audio levels between different applications. This can affect the level of sounds from various applications depending on what program is currently being used. This feature can be turned off using the instructions below.
Instructions
From the Sound Icon in your task bar, single right-click
Click “Sounds“
Click “Communications” tab.
Select the “Do nothing” radial button
Click “Apply”
Click “OK”
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Adjust Microphone Settings – Windows
To ensure clear and audible audio in virtual meeting applications, such as Zoom, please follow the instructions below.
Instructions
Right-click the Audioicon in the system tray portion of the task bar
Click “Sounds”
Click “Recording”
Note
Not all options may be visible.
Right Click on “Microphone Array” and select “Properties”
Click the “Advanced” and un-check “Enable Audio Enhancements”
Click “Apply”
Click “OK”
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Adjust Power Options – Lenovo Laptops
Default power profiles in Windows 10 are configured to balance performance and battery life. To change these settings, please follow the steps below.
Instructions
Click on Start, and then click “Settings“
Click on “System“
Select “Power & Sleep“
To modify power settings while the laptop is plugged in or on battery power, modify the below options
Note:
Selecting higher times may result in shorter battery life
For additional power settings, such as the laptop lid and power button settings, click Additional power settings
Note
Depending on window size, this option may be located towards the bottom or on the right side of the screen.
Select either “Choose what the power buttons do” or “Choose what closing the lid does“
The options below will allow modifying the effects of pressing the power button and closing the lid
Note
Setting DO NOTHING when closing the lid can lead to drastically less battery life as well as overheating when the laptop is placed inside a bag or briefcase.
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Restarting A Computer
Rebooting a device is highly encouraged as it will help keep the system running at peak performance. The benefits of a weekly reboot include:
Mitigate vulnerabilities to cyber-attacks by applying critical updates
Prevent performance degradation
Prevent application memory faults
Effectively apply system policies
To restart a device, follow the instruction below.
Tip
Make sure any open application is saved and closed before a restart is performed. This includes applications like Outlook, Word, Excel and any other applications that may be opend.
Instructions for Windows
Click the Start bottom on the bottom left hand side of the task bar
Click the “Power” button
Click “Restart”
Note
Clicking “Shutdown” will not always properly apply updates or produce the desired effect. Clicking “restart” is the recomended option.
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Instructions for macOS
Click the “Apple” at the top left-hand side of your screen
CrashPlan is a backup agent that will back up all data on a university device under the primary owner’s profile. The backup sets can be used for restoring data to a machine, whether it has been reformatted, replaced, or compromised. This document will outline the steps needed to install, activate, and restore data to a new or existing device.
CrashPlan is required on all University provided desktops and laptops to backup all University Business data to prevent data loss.
Who Can use CrashPlan?
CrashPlan is presently licensed for full-time faculty and full-time staff only. The University mandates CrashPlan for proper data security practices. If a user has personal data that they wish to exclude from being backed up, a folder labeled “Personal Documents” can be found and utilized in your “Documents” folder. This folder and its contents will be ignored by CrashPlan when your system is being backed up.
Personal Documents folder locations:
Windows PC
C:\users\username\Documents\Personal Documents\
macOS
/users/username/documents/Personal Documents/
Tip
If the Personal Documents folder does not exist in your Documents folder, you can manually create it and the folder will be automatically ignored by CrashPlan.
Is My Data Secure?
CrashPlan uses AES-256 encryption is used when storing your backups and can only be accessed by theCrashPlan account owner and administrators.
What is Backed Up?
All data found in a user profile will be backed up by CrashPlan.
Location of User Profile:
Windows PC
C:\users\UserName\
macOS
/users/username/
Warning
Any data not stored in the user profile will NOT be backed up by CrashPlan. It is highly encouraged to store university business data within your user profile.
To install CrashPlanon your Windows PC, please follow the instructions below.
Note
CrashPlan is being automatically deployed to all systems owned by Faileigh Dickinson University.
Before Installing CrashPlan, you must be logged in as the owner of the machine using your NetID Credentials.
Open FDU Self Service Portal for Software on your University PC
Click on CrashPlan Backupand then click “Install” on the right-hand side
Note
It could take several minutes for the client to make the first connection and start the first backup.
The entire process will take approximately 5-7 minutes, depending on your internet speed. Once CrashPlanis installed, your account is automatically provisioned in the CrashPlansystem, and your backup will begin shortly.
To install CrashPlan on your macOS device, please follow the instructions below.
Note
CrashPlan is being automatically deployed to all systems owned by Faileigh Dickinson University.
Locate the FDU Self Service Portal in your applications folder or locating the icon on your dock
Locate CrashPlan Backup and click “Enroll”
After the package installs, you will be prompted to enter your FDU email address and then click “OK“
Note
It could take several minutes for the client to make the first connection and start the first backup.
The entire process will take approximately 5-7 minutes, depending on your internet speed. Once CrashPlan is installed, your account is automatically provisioned in the CrashPlan system, and your backup will begin shortly.
This process is used when someone will be assigned a second device and wishes to have it backed up or if the CrashPlan needs to be re-installed on the same device. Because an account already exists, it cannot be provisioned automatically. It must be manually setup either to replace an existing device or create a new backup set on the second computer.
Note
In order to proceed, CrashPlan must be installed prior to continuing, please refer back to the Install instructions for your operating system from the CrashPlan User Guide. A link is found at the bottom of this page.
Tip
A backup set is CrashPlan’s way of describing the backup configuration and what files are being backed up.
Click on the CrashPlan app in the system tray (PC) or Menu bar (macOS) and then click “Setup Device”
If prompted, log in to the FDU NetID Portal and proceed through the FDU single sign-on process
Click “Replace Existing”
Click “Start” to continue with the replace existing device process
Select the device from the list you are replacing and click “Continue”
Click “Select Files” on the following window
Select and Choose which files you wish to replace by placing a checkmark next to each. When finished, click “Restore Files”
The next window will allow you to select how you wish to restore your files. Make your selections and click “Go”
The next window will display download progress for the restore process. You can continue forward by clicking “Continue” at the bottom
The next window Downloads the Files to your device. When the transfer is completed, click “Next”
Tip
You can close this window and continue working or you can click transfer more files and repeat the steps for additional files. This will extend the time it needs to restore.
If you are unsure if you have CrashPlan installed and backing up your system, this quick guide will help give you some comfort.
Click on theCrashPlan icon from the system tray on Windows and the menu bar on macOS
CrashPlan Icon
The Progress will be displayed like in the Figure below
Note
Depending on your backup size, this could take anywhere from a few minutes to a few days. CrashPlan will continue to run and backup in the background. After the first successful backup, incremental backups will occur.
Accidentally deleted or unable to find a file? CrashPlan can help. Please follow the following guidelines in restoring lost or previous versions of files.
Click the CrashPlan System Tray or macOS menu bar Icon
CrashPlan Icon
Left-click on the gear symbol and left-click on “Open CrashPlan….”
If prompted, log in to the FDU Single sign-on Portal and proceed through the FDU DUO Multifactor authentication procedures
Click “Restore Files”
Select the device you wish to restore from
Note
If you have more than one backup device, please select the device from where you want to restore the file from.
You can select a date range from when you wish to restore from on the right-hand side
Navigate to the folder(s) and/or file(s) you wish to restore and place a check next to each one
Click “Restore Files”
Select how CrashPlan will restore your files. Click “Go” when finished
Note
Above are the recommended options for restoring files, this will help you find them more easily.
The time it takes to restore your files will depend on how much data is being restored, available system resources, and available bandwidth.
Using CrashPlan you can create backup sets that will back up your data to additional devices utilizing a schedule. This is useful to have immediate access to critical files in the event of data loss.
This guide is only needed if you wish to have a local backup of your data.
Note
If you schedule multiple backup sets to run at specific times and the backup sets go to the same destination, ensure that these times do not overlap. This ensures good backup performance.
Click the CrashPlan System Tray or macOS menu bar Icon
CrashPlan Icon
Left-click on the gear symbol and left-click on “Open CrashPlan….”
If prompted, log in to the FDU Single Sign-on Portal and proceed through the FDU DUO Multi-factor authentication procedures
From the CrashPlan console window, click the “Dropdown Arrow” symbol next to your device name to drop down a menu, then click “Add Backup Set…”
The next window will be the Add Backup Set configuration window.
Note
The “Add Set” button will be un-clickable until it is completely configured.
Click “Rename” to label your backup set
Changing Selected Files, click “Change”, and select the files and folders you wish to backup to a local destination
When finished click “Save“
Click “Change” to set your destination for your backup
Select your destination by clicking “Add Local Destination (usually an external hard drive) and click “Save“
Click “Add Set” to finalize the setup and start backing up to a local location
Your new back upset is finished and will begin backing up as configured.
CrashPlan will send users an email alert notifying of any incomplete backups of their devices.
The CrashPlan email alert will be sent from CrashPlan for Enterprise <noreply@crashplan.com>
The Subject line of the email will be labeled with: Critical: [Name of Device] not backed up
Backup Alert
You will receive an alert when your computer hasn’t backed up to CrashPlan for 5 calendar days. The email will look like the example below:
CrashPlan Backup Alert Email Notification
What to do if you get a backup alert
After receiving a CrashPlan backup alert email, you should locate the device the email specifies in need of backup. The CrashPlan device name will be listed in the Subject: line and Computer Name: line of the CrashPlan backup alert email. To locate the name of a CrashPlan device, left-click the CrashPlan “C” symbol icon in the Windows System Tray, also referred to as the notification area.
Tip
The Windows System Tray or notification area is usually located on the bottom right of the Windows taskbar, next to the displayed digital clock.
For macOS users left-click CrashPlan symbol icon on the macOS icon menu bar. The CrashPlan device name will be displayed in the console. Ensure the CrashPlan application displays the same name as the CrashPlan backup alert email you received.
CrashPlan Symbol Icon
CrashPlan Device Name
After locating the correct specified device stated in the CrashPlan backup alert email, force a backup of the device by performing the following:
Left-click the “CrashPlan” System Tray or macOS menu bar Icon
CrashPlan Icon
Left-click “Run backup now“
Note
The backup may take some time to complete. This depends on the length of time since CrashPlan’s last complete backup and the amount of new data needed to be backed up.
The FDU (Fairleigh Dickinson University) Self-Service Portal for Software is a a tool designed to enhance our community’s access to software and desktop related information. With the Self-Service Portal for Software, our Faculty and Staff can easily locate and install pre-loaded software onto FDU owned computers. Simply launch the portal and you will be presented with a variety of applications, each sanctioned and supplied by FDU. This portal will provide an easily searchable way to view all new applications made available to the user community, including Microsoft Teams, Cisco Jabber, the FDU VPN, and many more.
FDU Self Service Portal Icon
How to Use and Access the FDU Self Service Portal for Software
Windows
Locate the FDU Self-Service Portal for Software icon on the desktop and double-click it to launch the application or…
Select the ‘Windows’ logo/start button on the bottom left of the desktop
Type ‘FDU Self Service Portalfor Software’ into the search bar
Left click ‘FDU Self Service Portalfor Software’ app to launch
FDU Self-Service Portal for Software on Windows Devices
To install a program, click on the name of the application, then click on the “Install” button to the right
A progress window will provide updates as the program is installed on your system. When complete, the Status column should indicate “Complete”
After the selected application finished downloading, it will automatically install and when completed, the status will show as “Completed”
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macOS
Open the ‘Applications’ folder and locate and click the ‘FDU Self Service Portal’ icon or…
Select the ‘Launchpad’ icon from the dock
Launchpad Icon
Type ‘FDU Self Service Portal‘
Click the ‘FDU Self Service Portal’ icon to launch
FDU Self-Service Portal for macOS Devices
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iOS & iPadOS
Find the ‘Self Service Portal’ app icon and tap to launch
FDU Self Service Portal App on iPadOS
FDU Self Service Portal App on iOS
Click ‘Install’ to install the requested item onto your device
Note:
The Android version of the FDU Self Service Portal will be available in the future.
Once the FDU Self-Service Portal application is open, you may then continue to select and install your desired software application. You may also access and use any self-service troubleshooting solutions that are available to you from within the FDU Self-Service Portal as well.
There are a few different ways to change your University NetID password. However, Computing Services strongly urges everyone to change their FDU NetID password using a provided Apple or Windows university computer.
The process for changing your FDU NetID password on a macOS device differs from a Windows device, so please follow the instructions provided for macOS computers below.
If you do not have a university-owned Apple or Windows laptop/desktop and cannot use a University lab computer, please follow the procedures described in “Using identity.fdu.edu Web Portal to Change your FDU NetID Password” below.
Please click on one of the links below for instructions on how to change your FDU NetID password:
Changing a FDU NetID Password on a FDU-owned Windows Computer
Note
You must already be logged into the machine when performing the password change process.
On FDU-issued laptops, desktops, and lab machines, the FDU NetID password can be changed by pressing the “Ctrl+Alt+Del” button combination on the keyboard from any screen and selecting “Change a Password”
Now enter the following:
Your old or current password
Type in a new password
Retype the new password to confirm
Press the “Right Arrow” button to continue
Tip
The newly created FDU NetID password must meet the complexity requirements.
Use 8 to 16 characters for your new password. Passwords must include all of the following 4 character types: Upper case letters, lower case letters, numbers, and special characters. Allowed special characters are: ! # $ @ _ + , ? [ ] . – ) ( ` ~ % ^ & * = { } | : ? , / and a dot. Please refrain from using portions of your name or email address within the password. Please refrain from using a password that you have already used.
Once this has been done, you must lock and unlock the machine once to complete updating your password:
Press the “Ctrl+Alt+Del” keys combination again
Click “Lock”
Then log back in with your new password
Your FDU NetID password was changed successfully!
Note
Your new password will need to be updated in all web browsers with saved passwords and email clients across all devices. Examples include faculty and staff e-mail accounts synched to their iPad, iPhone, and or Android device. FDU-Secure Wi-Fi network access is also attached to your FDU NetID username and password and will need to be updated on devices that use it.
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Changing and Syncronizing your FDU NetID Password on a FDU-owned Apple Computer
To change and/or synchronize your FDU NetID password with your FDU Issued Apple computer, please follow the directions provided in the following article:
Using “identity.fdu.edu” Web Portal to Change your FDU NetID Password
Adjunct professors, students, and anyone with a personal laptop/desktop/tablet device will use the FDU Identity Web Portal to change their NetID password.
If the user has an FDU issued or owned Microsoft Windows-based machine, they should always follow the procedures in “Changinga NetID Password while ON CAMPUS (Preferred Method) or “Changing a NetID Password while OFF-CAMPUS.” Changing your FDU NetID password through the identity.fdu.edu Web Portal while having an FDU-issued or owned Microsoft Windows-based machine could cause temporary account lockouts and should only be used as a last resort. If lockout issues occur, please open up a service request with the Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC), and they will be dealt with promptly.
Open a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari) and navigate to the following URL:
Click on “Account Maintenance” on the top right hand of the web page
You will be redirected to the FDU Single-Sign-On login page. Enter your FDU NetID email and password in the corresponding text boxes and click “Sign In.” Complete the FDU 2fa Duo push notification to proceed
Under Sign-In and Security, select “Change My Password”
Enter your current password
Enter a new password
Retype your new password to confirm
When finished, select “Change My Password”
Tip
The newly created FDU NetID password must meet the complexity requirements.
Use 8 to 16 characters for your new password. Passwords must include all of the following 4 character types: Upper case letters, lower case letters, numbers, and special characters. Allowed special characters are: ! # $ @ _ + , ? [ ] . – ) ( ` ~ % ^ & * = { } | : ? , / and a dot. Please refrain from using portions of your name or email address within the password. Please refrain from using password that you have already used.
“Password successfully changed” will be displayed if your FDU NetID password was successfully changed
Note
Your new password will need to be updated in all web browsers with saved passwords and email clients across all devices. Examples include faculty and staff e-mail accounts synched to their iPad, iPhone, and or Android device. FDU-Secure Wi-Fi network access is also attached to your FDU NetID username and password and will need to be updated on devices that use it.
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Using “identity.fdu.edu” Web Portal to Change your FDU NetID Display Name
You also have the option to change the name that is displayed on your NetID account.
Open a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari) and navigate to the following URL:
Click on “Account Maintenance” on the top right hand of the web page
You will be redirected to the FDU Single-Sign-On login page. Enter your FDU NetID email and password in the corresponding text boxes and click “Sign In.” Complete the FDU 2fa Duo push notification to proceed
Under Sign-In and Security, select “Change Display Name”
Enter your New Display Name
Click on “Change Display Name“
“Display Name successfully changed” will be displayed if your Display Name was successfully changed
The following PC laptop accessories for university-owned Apple MacBook Pro and Lenovo laptops may be purchased from our approved vendors. Please use the following PC laptop accessories list and vendor contact information below to help guide you when obtaining optional laptop accessories.
Lenovo PC Laptop Accessories
A/C Adapter for T14 or T14s Laptop
Only one A/C adapter will be provided with the new Lenovo laptops. If a user needs a second A/C adaptor they will need to order the part below. The A/C adapters for the current Lenovo laptops will not be compatible with the new models.
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Cost
A/C Power Adapter
Lenovo AC power adapter (USB Type-C)
4X20M26252
$54.99 from Lenovo
A/C Power Adapter
Lenovo AC power adapter (USB Type-C)
4X20M26252
$52.59 from CDW-G
A/C Power Adapter
Lenovo AC power adapter (USB Type-C)
4X20M26252
$54.99 from GovConnection.com
Prices are noted as of July 2022
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Docking Stations
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Inputs
Cost
Multi-Monitor Docking Station
LenovoThinkPad Universal USB-C Dock – This model is essential for connecting more than one external monitor to up to three external monitors.
40AY0090US
1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort
$204.40 from CDW-G
Multi-Monitor Docking Station
LenovoThinkPad Universal Thunderbolt 4 Dock – This model can connect one 8K display and up to four 4K display external monitors.
40B00135US
1 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort
288.79 from CDW-G
Single andDual-Monitor Docking Station
Lenovo ThinkPad Hybrid USB-C with USB-A Dock – This model supports a single external monitor setup or dual external monitor setups, up to two UHD 4K resolution monitors.
40AF0135US
2 HDMI, 2 DisplayPort
$252.22 from CDW-G
Single Monitor Travel Hub or Docking Station
Lenovo Powered USB-C Travel Hub – This model supports a single external monitor setup. Features one ethernet port, one USB Type-A port, one USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port, and one USB-C power port.
4X90S92381
1 HDMI, 1 VGA
$82.28 from CDW-G
Prices are noted as of May 2023
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Keyboards
Keyboards will not need to be replaced for users that already have them. Users that are new to the PC laptop docking station setup may want to buy a wired USB keyboard. There are no IT requirements for purchasing keyboards; however, if users want to go with a basic model, they can order the below part number.
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Cost
Wired USB Keyboard
Lenovo Preferred Pro II USB Keyboard – US English
4X30M86879
$26.17 from CDW-G
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Mice
There are no IT requirements for purchasing external wired USB mice; however, if a user wants to go with a basic model, they can order the below part number.
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Cost
USB Mouse
Lenovo Essential USB Mouse
4Y50R20863
$18.80 from CDW-G
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Wireless Keyboard and Mouse Combo
There are no IT requirements for purchasing an external wireless keyboard and mouse combo set; however, if a user would like to go with a basic model, they can order the below part number.
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Cost
Wireless Keyboard
Logitech MK850 Performance Keyboard and Mouse (wireless)
920-008219
$67.07 from CDW-G
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Monitors
Users ordering the ThinkPad USB-C Dock Gen 2 Multi-Monitor Docking Station will need an accompanying monitor with at least an HDMI connection.
For users who already have a monitor and wish to use it with one of the new docking stations, your existing monitor will need to have either HDMI or Display Port (DP) connection. If your monitor only has Display Port (DP), you will need an HDMI to Display Port (DP) adapter. Users should check their current monitor connections for compatibility; if new monitors are required or desired, please choose from the list below.
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Inputs
Features
Cost
24″ External Monitor
Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30 – LED monitor – Full HD (1080p) – 23.8″
63CFMAR1US
HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$273.36 from CDW-G. This monitor is the preferred 24″ model to purchase
24″ External Monitor
Lenovo ThinkVision T24v-30 – LED monitor – Full HD (1080p) – 23.8″
63D8MAR3US
HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA
Built-in Camera: Yes Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$290.69 from CDW-G. This monitor is the preferred 24″ model to purchase if the Lenovo ThinkVision T24i-30, listed above, is unavailable or the user requires a built-in web camera
24″ External Monitor
Lenovo ThinkVision P24h-30 – LED monitor – QHD – 24″
63B3GAR6US
HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$421.60 from CDW-G
24″ External Monitor
LG UltraGear 24GQ50B-B – LED monitor – Full HD (1080p) – 23.8″
24GQ50B-B
HDMI, DisplayPort
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: No
$157.85 from CDW-G
27″ External Monitor
Lenovo ThinkVision P27q-30 – LED monitor – QHD – 27″
63A2GAR1US
HDMI, DisplayPort
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$394.66 from CDW-G. This monitor is the preferred 27″ model to purchase
27″ External Monitor
Lenovo ThinkVision T27hv-30 – LED monitor – QHD – 27″
63D6UAR3US
HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C
Built-in Camera: Yes Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$546.74 from CDW-G
27″ External Monitor
Lenovo ThinkVision T27i-30 – LED monitor – Full HD (1080p)
63A4MAR1US
HDMI, DisplayPort, VGA
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$286.84 from CDW-G
27″ External Monitor
LG 27BK430H-B – LED monitor – Full HD (1080p) – 27″ – HDR
27BK430H-B
HDMI, VGA
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: No
$160.74 from CDW-G
Prices are noted as of May 2023
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Apple MacBook Pro Laptop Accessories
A/C Power Adapters for 14-inch & 16-inch MacBook Pro
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Cost
A/C Power Adapter
Apple USB-C – Power Adapter – 96 Watt
MX0J2AM/A
$63.19 from CDW-G
A/C Power Adapter
Apple Power Cable – 24 pin USB-C to MagSafe 3 – 6.6 ft
MLYV3AM/A
$41.65 from CDW-G
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Docking Stations
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Inputs
Cost
Single Monitor Docking Station or Hub
HyperDrive Ultimate USB-C Hub – This model supports a single external monitor setup. One HDMI port supports video resolutions up to 4K at 30 Hz. Featuring three USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, 1 USB Type-C Power Delivery port, one ethernet port, and one 3.5mm audio jack, plus SD and microSD card readers.
HD30FGRAY
1 HDMI, 1 Mini DisplayPort, 1 VGA
$89.99 from B&H.com. This model is the preferred single monitor hub to purchase
Dual-Monitor Docking Station or Hub
HYPER HyperDrive Viper 10-in-2 USB Type-C Hub (Space Gray) – This model is essential for connecting up to two external monitors. This hub provides two HDMI and three USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A ports, as well as ports for Gigabit Ethernet, 3.5mm audio, and USB Type-C with 60W of power delivery. UHS-1 SD and microSD card readers are also present.
HD392-GRAY
2 HDMI
$129.99 from CDW-G. $129.99 from B&H.com. This model is the preferred dual-monitor hub to purchase
Single Monitor Docking Station or Hub
HYPER Hyperdrive 4-In-1 USB Type-C Hub – This model supports a single external monitor setup. Supports a single 4K display at 60 Hz via the one HDMI port. Featuring two USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports and one USB Type-C port to deliver up to 100W of pass-through power to your laptop or tablet.
HD41
1 HDMI
$59.99 from B&H.com. This model does not contain an ethernet port
Single Monitor Docking Station or Hub
HyperDrive 5-Port USB Type-C Hub – This model supports a single external monitor setup. Supports a single 4K monitor at 60 Hz via the one HDMI port. Features two USB Type-A ports, one ethernet port, and one USB Type-C port to deliver up to 86W of power to your laptop or tablet.
HDMB2
1 HDMI
$84.59 from CDW-G
Single Monitor Travel Hub or Docking Station
Lenovo Powered USB-C Travel Hub – This model supports a single external monitor setup. Features one ethernet port, one USB Type-A port, one USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port, and one USB-C power port.
4X90S92381
1 HDMI, 1 VGA
$82.28 from CDW-G
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Monitors
Accessory
Description
Part Number
Inputs
Features
Cost
24″ External Monitor
ASUS ProArt PA247CV – LED monitor – Full HD (1080p) – 23.8″
PA247CV
HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C
Built-in Camera: No Built-in USB Hub: Yes
$201.69 from CDW-G
You may also refer to the Lenovo PC Laptop Accessories – Monitors section above to make an external monitor choice selection for the Apple MacBook Pro.
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Accessories
USB Flash Drives
There are no IT requirements for purchasing USB flash drives. USB 3.0 is recommended. Users are reminded about adhering to the Written Information Security Program (WISP). No WISP-protected data may be placed on external devices without specific authorization, as indicated in the policy.
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External Hard Drives
There are no IT requirements for purchasing external hard drives. USB 3.0 is recommended. Users are reminded about the Written Information Security Program (WISP). No WISP-protected data may be placed on external devices without specific authorization as indicated in the policy.
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Printers / Scanners
For a current list of approved printers and scanners, please reach out to the Purchasing Department. Please remember that most printers don’t have USB printer cables included upon purchase.
Note
While most modern printers support wireless connectivity, wireless printing capabilities may not be enabled on any printer without the explicit authorization of the Director of Networking.
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Purchasing
FDU Purchasing
To purchase any of the laptop accessories listed above, please submit a PO to the Purchasing Department. Users need to get a quote from either vendor through the contact information below. Please reference the item numbers from the attached quotes. Unless stated otherwise, the products listed are currently available. Prices may vary. Other University approved vendor reseller information and common products that departments may be interested in purchasing can be found by visiting:
Departments should consolidate orders as much as possible. There is no additional discount for quantity. Departments should designate the ‘ship to’ to their respective department. Vendors’ contact information is listed below.
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Sample Purchase Order (PO) Quotes
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View the Sample PO quotes to help guide you when obtaining your own quote prior to submitting to the Purchasing Department.
To access Forms, you will be directed to our SAMI Support Portal where you will be asked to log in using your NETID and authenticate using Duo. Once you click “Next,” you will be forwarded to samisupport.fdu.edu in a new window or tab.
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