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IT Inventory Self Reporting eForm Inventory Sticker Guide Surplus of Technology
Contents
- Part 1: The Purpose of IT Inventory Management
- Part 2: IT Inventory Self Reporting eForm
- Part 3: Asset Tags / Inventory Stickers
- Part 4: Device Serial Numbers
Part 1: The Purpose of IT Inventory Management
IT inventory management is important for the following reasons:
- Provides an accurate count of IT related assets.
- Allows for better ability to manage spending on IT related assets.
- Creates the opportunity for data driven decision-making regarding IT related assets.
- Upholds compliance with UW System Administrative Policy 1035 — Information Security: IT Asset Management.
Part 2: IT Inventory Self Reporting eForm
The IT Inventory Self Reporting eForm is for submitting updates to user/location information related to IT hardware. Devices to submit a form for include:
- Computers
- Desktops
- Laptops
- All-in-Ones
- 2-in-1 and Detachables (Surface, etc.)
- Computer Monitors
- Docking Stations
- Printing Devices
- Printers
- Fax Machines
- Multifunction Devices i.e. Copiers
- All-in-Ones (Print, Scan, and Copy)
- Other Mobile Devices
- Chromebooks
- iPads
Part 3: Asset Tags / Inventory Stickers
UWEC uses Asset Tags on a variety of items:
- Standard Inventory
- Capital Inventory
- Support Based Inventory
For examples of asset/inventory tags, refer to the Inventory Sticker Guide.
Part 4: Device Serial Numbers
IT Hardware Assets have Serial Numbers (or Service Tags) created by the manufacturer/vendor. The following pictures provide examples of where to find the Serial Number/Service Tag:
Desktop Computers
- Dell (on the top or side)
- Apple (iMac - Under the foot/base, Mac Mini - on the bottom)
Laptops
- Dell (on the bottom)
- Apple (on the bottom)
Monitors
- Dell (on the back)
Docking Stations
- Dell (on the bottom)
- Apple (CalDigit - on the back)
Mobile Devices
- Microsoft Surface (under the kickstand)
- Apple iPad (on the back)
Contact
Please contact ltsinventory@uwec.edu with any questions.