What else do I need to buy for my laptop?

Your Bison Laptop comes ready for use. There are a few items that you may want to consider bringing with you to campus. These items can be purchased through the Dell and Apple stores or through your favorite local store.

Network cable
Even though most of campus is wireless you will want to connect to the wired network when in your room (a wired connection is faster, more stable and more secure). Estimated cost: under $10

External hard drive - Highly recommended
We see hard drives that have failed on every model of laptop at the tech desk and sometimes data is unrecoverable. Protect yourself by backing up your data! Estimated cost for 320gb drive: $70-$90

Case/Backpack/Bag
Since one of the best features of your laptop is portability,  you should invest in a case that will allow you to safely take your laptop with you to class, the library or anywhere.  Estimated cost: $50-$150

USB key/thumb drive/jump drive
Back up your data, especially your papers! Transfer your files, move things around - protect yourself!  Estimated cost for 4gb drive: $5-$15

Laptop Lock
Don't risk your laptop plus all the data (notes, papers, music, etc.) stored on it. Secure your laptop with a laptop lock. Estimated cost: $35

Mouse and/or keyboard
All Bison laptops work with USB mice and keyboards.  Estimated cost: $10-25 each

Printer
We have printers in labs across campus, so you don't need a printer, but students often find them handy. Any good quality USB ink jet printer is fine - HP, Epson, Canon, Dell, or Brother are popular brands.  Estimated cost: $50-100

If you have any questions about these accessories or any other items you are considering, please contact us at 570-577-7777 or bisonlaptop@bucknell.edu.