About NinerTech Computer Store

Visit the NinerTech sales team, test the latest Mac products, check out special promotions, or purchase your new computer today on the first floor of the Student Union.

NinerTech offers educational pricing on Mac desktops and laptops, Apple merchandise, and PC-compatible software and accessories for UNC Charlotte students, staff and faculty. Sales are limited to UNC Charlotte customers only; general public sales will not be accepted.

Test models will be on display in the store and most customers will be able to take their purchases home the same day. Warranty and non-warranty issues will be addressed by the store’s on-site repair center.
 

Why should we buy a new computer?

While the old family computer has certainly been a dependable machine, it has not been put through the rigors of college life. Buying your student a new computer is certainly the best choice to make. Computers are no longer an accessory that students use occasionally. Students use their computers in nearly every class for a wide variety of projects ranging from typing papers and creating presentations to recording videos and watching lectures. Today's computers offer both the software and hardware to make these activities not only possible, but professional.

Should I buy a laptop or a desktop computer?

We recommend purchasing a laptop computer for a couple of reasons. First, laptops are completely contained within themselves. There is no external keyboard, monitor, mouse or tower to take up space in your dorm room. This frees up the limited space in your dorm for all of your other stuff. Secondly, laptops are portable. You can take them with you to class, the food court, and anywhere else you go so you can be productive and creative anywhere. UNC Charlotte provides free wireless internet access to the academic areas of campus.

What computer should I buy for my major?

While most majors at UNC Charlotte do not have specific guidelines for the type of computer you need, it is recommended to meet with your advisor or instructors to see what they recommend. UNC Charlotte faculty members are very knowledgeable concerning the state of technology in their chosen fields, and they can inform you about specific requirements, software, and peripherals that will make your college experience both productive and enjoyable.

What computer will get me through my college career?

Whether you choose a MacBook Pro, iMac, or Mac mini, you are buying an industry leader in reliability, service, and support. All Macs run Mac OS X, which is the world’s most advanced operating system, and you can run the latest applications from Adobe, Microsoft, and others.

But will a Mac work at UNC Charlotte and why should I buy from NinerTech ?

Not only will Macs work on campus, they perform great. Mac OS X is extremely secure, with almost no threat from viruses and spyware. OS X is also designed by the same people who design the hardware for Apple, so everything works together, seamlessly. Microsoft Office 2011 is also available for Mac, so productivity is part of the Mac experience now, as well. The NinerTech Store carries the full line of Mac computers, and we are an authorized service center. You can have all of your computing needs taken care of right here in the store, there is no need to go outside of campus. We will also have a loaner laptop program so that no one will need to go without a computer while theirs is being serviced. Also, the NinerTech store is a university owned and operated venture, meaning that proceeds from the store are being used for University Development Funds and scholarships.