CCI model laptops are the best value laptop purchase a Carolina student can make. CCI laptop packages combine the best Lenovo and Apple products with an all inclusive package of warranty, accidental damage and insurance coverage. CCI laptop packages also include free on-campus tech support from UNC-Chapel Hill’s award winning technology support staff.
Products and pricing
The Carolina Computing Initiative offers deeper discounts on Lenovo and Apple laptops than standard educational pricing or most employee discount programs. You can shop online through UNC Student Stores or visit the UNC Student Stores Tech Shop in-person.
First-year students should purchase a four-year warranty, while transfer and current students may choose between a three-year and four-year warranty (warranty options affect pricing).
CCI laptop grants help cover the cost of a CCI laptop package, up to the full amount. To be considered for a CCI laptop grant, you must complete the CSS Profile application by the financial aid deadline (March 1). Laptop grants expire on October 15 of the year they were awarded. Once expired, grants cannot be reinstated.
Included in your purchase
- Three or four years of the most comprehensive warranty and protection plans available anywhere
- On-campus tech support from an authorized warranty repair center
- Loaner laptops if your machine is being repaired
- Premium preloaded software and upgrades
- All CCI laptops fulfill UNC’s minimum laptop requirement
Ready to buy?
Use the links above to compare models and order your laptop from the UNC Student Stores Tech Shop that meets minimum laptop requirements. A four-year warranty is included for first-year students (warranty options affect pricing). Incoming students placing orders by May 15 will be able to pick up their laptop downstairs in Student Stores at new student orientation sessions. Purchases made after May 15 may be picked up from the Tech Shop on the third floor of Student Stores.
NEW LAPTOP MODELS ARE BEING ADDED
Not seeing what you need online? Visit the UNC Student Stores Tech Shop in-person, call 919-962-8534 or email to learn more about the latest models.
Upgrades
To upgrade software that was preloaded onto your CCI laptop, visit the ITS Service Desk.
At time of purchase, CCI laptop hardware cannot be upgraded, but you may be able to make some upgrades after purchase. Please check the upgrade options for your model as every model is different.
AT TIME OF PURCHASE:
- No hardware specs can be changed at time of order
AFTER PURCHASE:
- Apple models cannot be upgraded
- Some Lenovo models can upgrade RAM
- All Lenovo models can upgrade SSD
You’ve got your laptop, here’s what to do next
Once you have your laptop be sure to visit our Getting Started Guide to set it up, connect to campus Wi-Fi, add Duo authentication and more. If you need more help setting up your laptop, visit the ITS Service Desk in the Student Union.
Making returns
Need to return your computer? Customers have five business days to initiate a return by contacting the ITS Service Desk or customer care at UNC Student Stores. The computer must be promptly returned to UNC Student Stores. All returns must be in original condition in original packaging (i.e., box and all packing materials) and include all materials (brochures, disks, power supply, battery, etc.).
non-CCI computers do not include these advantages
peace of mind free with purchase
Highly trained Service Desk staff provide the highest level of support. Included free with CCI laptop purchases.
