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Overview
Microsoft Annual Enrollment software items are only available during the Annual Enrollment period, which generally begins in late April or early May and lasts for about two weeks. Any questions about the enrollment period should be directed to the Software Center.
Other departmental software is available throughout the year. The order process is the same for all Technology Services Software Center items, although some items have different information requirements.
Software Availability
I don’t see the software I want.
The list is not inclusive as Microsoft offers hundreds of products with variations of these products. If you would like a specific product, send an email to software@tamu.edu and they will research your request to see if it can be obtained.
Placing an Order
What information do I need to place an order?
Please gather the following information:
- Software titles and quantities needed
- Current employee counts (full-time/part-time faculty, staff, GARS and GANTS)
- Accounting information:
- FAMIS account number
- Contact name and phone number
- Department name
- College Station mailstop (or complete address for off-campus locations)
Can I place an order for someone else?
Yes, to place an order you will need to have the Department code and UIN for each recipient.
I am ready to checkout, but I see a QUOTE button instead of a checkout button.
Please ensure that you are signed in by clicking SIGN IN at the top right of the screen.
I want to change or remove an item in my Shopping Cart.
Click CART in the top right of the screen
- To change an item quantity:
Click the quantity on the item row and enter a new value.
- To remove an item in your cart:
Click the X on the right side of the item row.
How many licenses do I need to purchase for software that uses core-based licensing?
Core-based installations of System Center, SQL Server, and Window Server must be licensed for all processors on a server and all cores on a processor. A minimum of 8 cores per processor and 16 cores per computer must be requested. Because licenses are sold in bundles of 2, a minimum of 8 licenses will need to be requested.
- Example 1: Server with 1 processor and 12 cores per processor
1 proc x 12 cores = 12 cores / 2 (priced in bundles of 2) = 6 licenses, increase to 8 minimum
- Example 2: Server with 8 processors and 14 cores per processor
8 proc x 14 cores = 112 cores / 2 (priced in bundles of 2) = 56 licenses
Check Out
What is the red asterisk for?
It means that information is required to process your order.
What should I put in the Order Comments field?
Use this area for information you would like to see on your order or billing statement. Some customers use this area for a purchase order number or an alternate email address. It could also contain a message to the Software Center.
What is the ‘system part’?
Each part of the Texas A&M University System has a part number. For the Texas A&M University campus in College Station, the part number is 02. A full list of system part numbers is available on the Financial Management Operations webpage.
Can I charge my order to more than one account?
Yes. After submission, your Department Allocator can arrange split payments in AggieBuy. For assistance with this process, please contact the Accounting Office.
What kind of notifications will I get?
You will receive an email notification when:
- Your order is placed
- The Status of your order changes
- The Fulfillment staff have a question or need clarification
If you have a question or need an update on your order, you can contact software@tamu.edu.
After Ordering
Where can I see my orders?
Click ACCOUNT in the top right of the screen.
How can I change my order after it is submitted?
Contact software@tamu.edu for assistance.