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Walk-In: Rm.116 Memorial Union Building, Kingston Campus

Phone: 401-874-2679
Fax: 401-874-2118
Email: Contact Form
+AIM: RAMComputersURI

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The first couple of weeks are hectic for new URI students. Learning where classes are, finding out which dining halls serve your favorite food, meeting professors; there's little time left to sleep, let alone to configure a computer. That's where RAM Computers can help! Our exclusive Rhody Ready Computer Program is more than just quality computer systems. In addition to offering you today's hottest systems at affordable prices, we also deliver the computer to your dorm room, set it up, install the software you'll need^τ, verify and test your internet connection and install your personal security cable, securing your computer until you move in.

Rhody Ready customers receive a high quality custom-configured computer system meeting or beating URI's standards at an incredible academic price with exclusive access to the highest level of customer support on or off campus. Large volume purchasing enables us to offer our students low priced, high quality, custom-configurations from Apple, Dell, HP and Lenovo. Our "No Touch" Warranty Program, offers you in-dorm assistance, walk-in hardware and software assistance and phone support for the duration of your "No-Touch" enrollment.

We are pleased to offer you Apple, Dell, HP and Lenovo computers as part of this program.

Now in our 10th successful year, the Rhody Ready program has helped over 7,000 URI students and their families find the right machine with the best service available anywhere. Our security and system standards meet or exceed URI's established standards, and we're recommended by the URI Orientation Team.

Our relationship with customers doesn't end at the purchase of a system; in fact, that's when it starts! We're here for you every step of the way, from helping you purchase a computer that fits your needs and budget, setting it up so it's ready to use, and answering any questions and fixing any problems as they occur.

Our non-stop commitment to service and customer relations as well as our competitive pricing are just two of the many reasons our program is so popular with URI students.

RAM Computers is currently negotiating with their vendors for the Fall 2009 volume priced "Good, Better, Best, Executive and Pharmacy" computer configurations. Our goal is to meet or beat the following prices and specifications for the final Rhody Ready laptops configurations which go LIVE JUNE 1st.

We accept cash, personal checks, major credit cards and bank-issued money orders. You may qualify for loans through URI's financial aid office. You might want to consult a bank or credit union for additional finance options. Our staff is here to help you find the computer that meets your needs and your budget. We'd be delighted to assist you in selecting a system that has the ideal combination of processing power, dazzling features and renowned support at an affordable price. Payments can be made online with our secure store or you can pay by check for a cash discount.

Just about everything you need! View our complete details for more information.

Every Rhody Ready computer sold has a 3-year manufacturer parts and labor warranty. Accidental damage coverage is highly recommended and is available for Dell, HP, and Lenovo vendors. Apple does not currently offer an accidental damage warranty, though there are third-party groups that do, such as Safeware Insurance.

Theft protection by Computrace is also available, if you don't purchase an accidental damage warranty or theft protection, please consult with your home owners insurance about your coverage/deductible/etc.

We include our "No Touch Warranty" on all new Rhody Ready computer systems. It lasts for one academic year and can be renewed in subsequent years for $89 On-Campus and $79 Off-Campus.

View full details on warranties and theft protection.

RAM Computers offers a service warranty called RAMCare that parallels our legendary "No-Touch" warranty normally paired with Rhody Ready computers. If you are looking for peace of mind with technology this upcoming academic year, please learn more about the benefits of RAMCare.

We're open Monday - Thursday from 9-4 and Friday from 9-3 PM. Please give us a call at (401) 874-2679 to place your order, or email ramcomp@etal.uri.edu for electronic assistance.

^τWe install today's leading productivity software: Microsoft Office with your genuine copy of Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium or Business, or Mac OS X Leopard. You will receive all Operating System included features and all software that is installed as a result of manufacturer provided updates. Also installed: McAfee Anti Virus software (with URI EPO software), Spyware cleaning utility, hardware device drivers and any other software that is included from your system's particular manufacturer. Please call us at 401-874-2679 if you have any questions about bundled software.