Computer Central

Computers, Software, and Peripherals

To order computers please call the bookstore at 828-262-3070

The Computer Shop at the University Bookstore provides you with the computer hardware and software to meet your computing needs during your academic career at Appalachian.

Apple Computers and iPads

Dell Computers

Software and Peripherals

Special Offers

Educational Discounts

In cooperation with Technical Support Services and Apple and Dell Computers, the University Bookstore offers special pricing with accident protection for Dell hardware and software you will need to use while at Appalachian. You must be a registered student at Appalachian to take advantage of the special pricing. Appalachian faculty and staff are also eligible for the educational discount.

Apple Inc does not offer Accident Protection; check with Safeware.com/appstate or your home insurance company for a personal policy for a computer.

Computer Purchasing 101

For computer purchases Cashiers Check, US Postal Money Orders, Visa, Mastercard, Appalachian Express Account and cash are acceptable forms of payment. Out of state checks will not be accepted. In state checks must clear the bank before product is shipped from the store.
Returns on computer products will be charged a 15% (fifteen percent) restocking fee.
Our computer packages include 3 year warranties, the recommended campus software: Microsoft Office Professional 2010 for Windows XP and above, Microsoft Office 2011 for OS X for the Macintosh, as well as a security cable as needed for laptops.
Please note that delivery for laptop computers can take two to four (2-4) weeks. Your Computer orders are welcome at anytime.
If you are an incoming Freshman, you want to place an order at least two (2) weeks before your Orientation Date or 2 weeks before move in day, August 22 which would be about August 1 for back to school pick up.