Purchasing Apple Computers
UB has identified UB standard configurations that include a 3-year AppleCare warranty and is supported by UBIT. You can purchase other Apple products such as the MacBook Air, MacPro, iPads, Apple software, and other Apple accessories through the CDW-G ShopBlue Punchout catalog.
Not for Student or Personal Purchases
The information on this page does not apply to student or personal purchases. Find information about purchasing personally owned computers.
SUNY Contract with CDW-G
UB 2020 workstation standards are now available through the CDW-G punchout catalog in ShopBlue. You do not need to register for an account with CDW-G when shopping directly through ShopBlue.
Consult Your IT Node for Workstation Standards
Not all brands and types of notebooks, desktops and tablets can be easily supported by the campus IT staff. Contact your information technology support staff for assistance. Find the support staff for your unit, department or academic area.
Link Your Apple ID to the UB Store
Once you have registered your Apple ID using your UB email address, you will need to link it to UB Stores 74361 or 804750. Apple will approve your request and will send you a confirmation email within 1-3 business days.
Register Your Apple ID for Multiple Purchase Methods
Register your Apple ID with both stores 74361 (for eReq) and 804750 (for PCard). Make sure you know your method of purchase at the time of creating the proposal.
Link the UB Store to Your Apple ID
- Visit myaccess.apple.com
- Sign in using your @buffalo.edu email address
- Click on Request Access located in bottom right corner of screen
- Select Apple Online Store
- Select United States as location country
- Type in 74361 (for eReqs) or 804750 (for PCard).
- Select SUNY at Buffalo address 206 Crofts Hall, Buffalo, NY 14260
- Under Access Role Information, select Registered Proposer.
- Type your manager's name and email address (your manager will not be contacted; it is a required field but the information entered is not used by Apple or UB Purchasing).
- Review your information and click Submit. You will receive an email confirmation from Apple once your request is completed.
Purchase Apple with a Purchase Order
To purchase Apple products from the UB Apple Store with a purchase order, you have to create a proposal that you will attach to a requisition. All purchase orders are submitted directly to Apple and are shipped to a campus-only location. Off-campus locations are not permitted.
Generate a Proposal for Purchase with a PO
- Log in to the UB Store 74361. The UB 2020 configurations are listed under Recommended Systems. Other Apple products are available under the main page tabs.
- Follow screen menus to configure your system and add items to your cart.
- Save your cart as a Proposal using your name, phone number and email address. Apple will email the proposal to you within 1 hour. Save it to your desktop.
- When you receive the proposal, create a requisition, attach the proposal and submit it for processing.
To get help, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Help. On the Help page, click Navigating the Store or Frequently Asked Questions.
Purchase Apple with Procurement Card (PCard)
Register your Apple ID as a propser with UB Store 804750. Apple will approve your request to register and will send you a confirming email within 1-3 business days.
- Log in to the UB Apple Store — 804750. The UB 2020 configurations are listed under Recommended Systems. Other Apple products are available under the main page tabs.
- Follow screen menus to configure your system and add items to your cart.
- Follow the screen prompts to complete your PCard purchase.
To get help, scroll to the bottom of the page and click Help. On the Help page, click Navigating the Store or Frequently Asked Questions.
Restrictions
- Apple does not permit the use of personal credit cards for tax-exempt purchases online, via the 1-800 number or in Apple retail stores. You must use a UB procurement card for tax exempt purchases.
- Apple prohibits resellers from selling to higher education institutions, therefore UB cannot use a purchase order or procurement card to purchase Apple products from resellers such as Best Buy, Amazon and B&H Photo.
Apple Store at Walden Galleria
The Apple Retail Store in the Walden Galleria does not accept purchase orders. You must use your Procurement Card for in-store tax-exempt purchases.
Returns and Credits
Most manufacturers and resellers have limited return policies or fees applied to returned items. It is important that you contact the buyer associated with your order (not the vendor) to resolve any issues.
Apple Consultation and Support
For quotes or consulting, contact:
Wendi Mote
mote@apple.com
1-512-674-6818
| Apple Support Type | Phone Number |
|---|---|
Education Customers Support | 1-800-800-2775 |
| For Order Status (need PO or order number) | 1-800-800-2775 |
Assistance with a Proposal | 1-800-780-5009 |
Education Customers Sales | 1-800-780-5009 |
Register and Help with UB Apple Store | 1-800-800-2775 ext. 6 |
Enterprise | 1-866-752-7753 |
