The Collection 2023: Higher Education Edition

Welcome to the 2023 edition of our Collection catalogue, especially designed for Universities.

As universities continue to reimagine teaching spaces, this year has demonstrated how it has become more important than ever to make technology accessible, safe, and reliable for students and educators. Devices and solutions from Stone and our global leading partners are designed for education to create a consistent learning experience no matter the environment, whether that’s in-class or hybrid.

We are the UK’s largest independent OEM Hardware manufacturer, which has helped us to cement our position as First Ranked Supplier on the NDNA (National Desktop & Notebooks Agreement) Lot 1 (Desktops) and Lot 3 (One Stop Shop). In addition, we are partnered with Intel on the SSSNA (Lot 1 –Servers) framework and Cisco Meraki on the HENSS Networking Framework, Lots 1 & 2 and Lot 3 (Cisco equipment or equivalent) of JISC Higher Education Framework.

When combined with powerful value-added services from recycling to financing options, deployment to security, and training to cloud services, we can take your IT asset lifecycle journey even further. Stone’s IT Asset Lifecycle Management services, led by our game-changing IT recycling app Stone 360, are changing the way organisations manage technology for the better. Our sector specialists revolutionise your buying experience and our accredited engineers fit new IT with minimal disruption to your everyday workflows. We’ll help you manage and upgrade your deployments for less fuss and better results, and once you’re ready for an update then we’ll recycle your unwanted IT while unlocking potential cash rebates that can be spend on the latest devices.

Our Values

SUSTAINABLE

Our three decades in technology are testament to our commitment to sustainability in all our business activities Environmental, Social and Economic. We continue to build on our strengths and do what we do really well.

Simon Harbridge CEO at Stone Group Ltd

Everything we do at Stone is underpinned by our core values, which ensures we provide the highest quality service and support, and always do what’s best for our customers, employees and partners, as well as the rest of the global community.

DEDICATED VALUE

We are dedicated to our chosen markets and to our customers. We work in vertically focused teams, so we can speak with authority and understanding, earn trust and develop relationships that make a positive difference to our customers.

INTEGRITY

We are real, we care, and we do what we say. We are straightforward to deal with and never try to be something we are not. We are ethical, and our instinct is always to do the right thing. We accept personal and collective responsibility and are accountable for our actions.

IT Lifecycle: We’re with you all the way.

SERVICE MATTERS

We know that customer loyalty is hard won but easily lost, the actions of every single person in our business matter and make a difference every day.

IT Asset Lifecycle Management

WE BELIEVE IN PEOPLE

We act with respect towards each other and our customers and partners. We operate in a fast moving, open and honest environment where we reward performance and a responsible will to win. We invest and provide opportunity that inspires, excites and enables our people to go the extra mile. Engaged employees work with passion.

INNOVATIVE

We continuously move forward, committed in heart and mind to think “outside the box” and deliver creative solutions based on listening to and clearly understanding what our customers want.

Frameworks & Purchasing Consortia

NDNA National Desktop and Notebook Agreement

As a First Ranked Supplier on both Lot 1 (Desktops) and Lot 3 (One-Stop Shop), we’re able to offer our very own Stone branded desktops, manufactured in-house and provide the power and flexibility that can handle the lightest of admin work to the most intense gaming sessions. We’re also proud suppliers on Lot 2 (Notebooks) of the framework in partnership with Acer and all 3 Lots with HP, meaning we can offer a wide range of their products.

The NDNA agreement is open nationally to all Consortia affiliated universities of Higher Education, in all six of the regional Consortia: APUC, LUPC, SUPC, HEPCW, NEUPC and NWUPC. The agreement is aimed at making purchasing as easy and streamlined as possible. The agreement also includes significant benefits over traditional purchasing routes.

Our dedicated Higher Education team appreciate the pressures on universities, students and teaching staff alike. With the knowledge that every university is unique and therefore faces different challenges. Stone’s technical expertise can help your institution gain a competitive edge, by creating a flexible, effective and inspirational learning experience that facilitates excellence, and where students can thrive.

Higher Education Frameworks & Purchasing Consortia

Supply and Services Framework Agreement (HENSS 2)

Lot 2 : Small to Medium Networking Projects

Lot 3 : Large Networking Projects

Crown Commercial Service Supplier

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By purchasing products through Stone and the NDNA you will benefit from the following:

> Average savings of 14% compared to the best-available market pricing

> 3 years On Site Warranty included as standard (except for Tablet devices)

> A range of Value-Added services, including SCCM Image Deployment

> Dedicated Account Management

> Hardware Asset Management services

> Pre-and Post-delivery support

> Full software support

> Negotiated terms of contract that includes delivery, and pre-agreed SLAs

> Stable Product roadmaps

> Regularly benchmarked prices

> Easy and secure procurement process, with Direct Award capability on Lots 1 & 3

> Full IT Lifecycle and sustainability support

National

Desktop and Notebook Agreement (NDNA)

Lot 1 : Desktops

Lot 2 : Notebooks

Lot 3 : One Stop Shop

JISC – Network equipment framework

Lot 3 : Cisco

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Notebooks

Our Stonebooks allow for a range of bespoke configurations, so your devices can be tailored to your organisations’ individual needs.

Our entire range of Stonebooks come with Windows 11 Home or Windows 11 Pro, to provide you with boosted security, speed and usability, combining all of the latest features with the familiarity of the Windows you know and love.

Notebooks powered by Windows 11 deliver enhanced connectivity and teamworking experiences, regardless of time or place, helping you make the most of your mobile workspace. As Windows 11 enables faster start-ups, advanced threat protection and powerful productivity features, you can get more done, more securely, while you’re on the go.

Our Stonebooks are subjected to

rigorous heat and stress tests to ensure their durability and come with up to 5 years warranty fulfilled by our expert engineers for peace of mind. Whether you need robust, durable devices for multiple users in schools, stylish and lightweight notebooks for busy professionals, or sleek and speedy 2-in-1s for multi-tasking staff, Stone can provide you with the right product to suit your organisation’s needs.

your organization and devices from cyberattacks

no matter where, when or how you work.

1. HP Wolf Security for Business requires Windows 10 or 11 Pro and higher, includes various HP security features and is available on HP Pro, Elite, RPOS and Workstation products. See product details for included security features.

HP

Notebook PC

> Windows 11 Pro

> 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor

> Intel® UHD Graphics

> Up to 64 GB DDR4-3200 MHz RAM

> Up to 1TB SSD

EliteBook

650

> Windows 11 Pro

> 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i7 Processor

> Intel® UHD Graphics

> Up to 64 GB DDR4-3200 MHz RAM

> Up to 1TB SSD

HP

> Windows 11 Pro

> 12th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 Processor

> Intel® UHD Graphics 770

> Up to 64 GB DDR5-4800 MHz RAM

> Up to 1TB SSD

> 14 x 6.7 x 15.2 in (W x D x H) Z2 Tower G9

HP Anyware

Powerful remote-access computing for learning at all levels

New teaching and learning technologies like HP Anyware give higher education the 24/7 remote access, strong security, and simplified management that are essential to enable effective 1:1, in-class, and remote learning that supports a future-ready generation.

Build powerful computer labs so students can work from home as they would in the classroom.

HP ZBook Studio 16” G10 Mobile Workstation PC

> Windows 11 Pro

> 13th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 Processor

> NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 4080

> Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 non-ECC SODIMM

> Up to 4TB SSD

> 16” diagonal, WQUXGA (3840 x 2400)

BUY NOW

#StrongerTogether

The rise of remote and hybrid work has created huge demand for solutions that make new ways of collaboration and co-creation possible. The combination of Poly and HP will pave the way for us to create the hybrid work experiences of the future.

HP EliteOne 840 23.8” G9 All-in-One Desktop PC

> Windows 11 Pro

> 13th Generation Intel® Core™ i9 Processor

> Intel® UHD Graphics

> Up to 64 GB DDR5-5600 SDRAM

> Up to 2TB SSD

> 23.8” diagonal, FHD (1920 x 1080)

BUY NOW

Poly Blackwire 3220 USB-A Headset

> macOS and Windows compatible

> USB-A connectivity

> One-touch call answer/end, volume & mute

> Acoustic limiting

> Noise-cancelling microphone

> Digital signal processing (DSP)

BUY NOW

Poly Blackwire 5220 USB-A Headset

> macOS and Windows compatible

> USB-A and 3.5 mm connectivity options

> One-touch call answer/end, volume & mute

> Noise cancellation (NC)

> Digital signal processing (DSP)

> Cable Length - 217 cm (total USB to headset)

BUY NOW

Poly Voyager Focus 2 Headset

> macOS and Windows 10 / 11 compatible

> USB-A, USB-C and Bluetooth® connectivity

> Up to 25 hours talk time

> Noise reduction on outgoing voice audio

> Adjustable headband

> Two LED indicators on speaker in call status

BUY NOW

Stone Bespoke Laser Etching Solutions

Put your stamp on your IT equipment

PERSONALISED

Add your organisation’s branding on to your devices for an added layer of customisation and a firm stamp of ownership. We can etch words, logos, numbers and even pictures on to any flat metal or plastic surface of any machine we sell.

PROTECTED

Custom engravings help deter thieves taking your equipment and make it easier to identify lost or stolen devices. Have your devices serial numbers engraved for an added level of security for your IT asset.

PROFESSIONAL

Our unique in-house laser etching solution was made bespoke for us, so we can professionally engrave your chosen designs on to your equipment to a standard that reflects quality.

For further information or if you would like a quote, contact your dedicated account manager, or email us at sales@stonegroup.co.uk. Alternatively, you can visit our website to find out more, www.stonegroup.co.uk.

Crucial Desktop and Laptop Memory

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Philips and more.

Your students can choose from a selection of laptops, desktops, monitors and accessories, designed to help them make the grade at uni and ideal for blended learning environments.

students make the grade with affordable IT solutions from Stone.

is the place for your students to purchase affordable, modern IT that will help them succeed in their education.

GETYOURTECH IS PART OF STONE.

With nearly 30 years of experience, Stone are a leading IT partner to the higher education sector, providing valued-added solutions, advice and trusted support to universities across the UK.

We’re placed on a number of frameworks that are pivotal to the sector, including the SSSNA, JISC, CPC and more, so we can help develop your entire critical infrastructure.

We’re also proud to be the First Ranked Supplier on Lot 1 (Desktops) and Lot 3 (One-Stop-Shop) of the NDNA, as well as a Ranked supplier on Lot 2 (Notebooks). This means you can guarantee that GetYourTech will deliver the same high-quality customer service, reliable tech and impressive warranties to your students, for added peace of mind.

WE’RE ECO-FRIENDLY TOO! Protecting our environment and your future is important to Stone. We are the only reseller in the UK with our own on-site, IT recycling facility. We are committed to running an environmentally sustainable operation, and we help universities too.

016 Desktops

Stone desktops allow for an extensive range of bespoke configurations, so your device can be tailored to your requirements. With install-todesk available and up to 5 years warranty fulfilled by our experienced engineers and qualified staff, you can have peace of mind that your new investment will remain effective and protected in your university.”

Our range of Stone PCs and Allin-One devices utilise the features

and benefits of Windows 11 Home and Windows 11 Pro. Windows 11 enhances the built-in security of your device, adding greater threat prevention, data protection and defence, so you can deploy desktops that are exceptionally secure. You don’t need to worry about lack of portability, either, as Windows 11 allows you to easily connect and collaborate with students, staff and research colleagues no matter where

they’re based.

With continuously updated features combined with speed and simplicity, your new PC powered by Windows 11 is the ultimate choice for performance. Whether you need Mini PCs for versatility and space-saving benefits, an All-in-One for a clutter-free and professional workspace, or classic, multi-functional PCs for a complete ICT suite, we’ll create the right fit for you.

Scan the code to see the latest Desktops on the Stone website.

DO MORE OF WHAT MATTERS WITH MODERN DESKTOPS.

UNLOCK THE POWER OF CREATIVITY AND COLLABORATION

Your students deserve more than one-size-fits-all technology, teachers and students alike need tools to address significant issues of equity in education. Our versatile devices won’t break your budget, and they ship with our most user-friendly operating system

yet, Windows 11. But great devices are just the start. Accessible, inclusive software — built-in at no extra cost — gives students the tools they need to strengthen their skills and achieve their potential. And since learning now happens anywhere and everywhere,

our devices include local storage that allows everyone to keep learning with or without an internet connection.

5 YEARS

All devices now available with up to 5 years warranty

Discover the range of AMD solutions ready to accelerate learning.

Performance Focused Computing Solutions for Higher Education

AMD strives to accelerate learning, creation, and collaboration for students, teachers, and administrators everywhere by providing new levels of computer performance to the classroom. With computing solutions supporting educational needs at all levels, AMD processorpowered laptops and desktops help foster curiosity and discovery from first computing experiences to advanced modeling and research.

From nursery to university, computing technology in education plays a crucial role in enhancing learning and discovery. Empowering students and teachers with the right technology enables experiences that help develop a lifelong love of learning.

Performance to Meet All your Learning Needs

Whether building core competencies or using advanced STEAM applications, teachers and students need computing solutions that meet a spectrum of performance needs.

Performance to Accelerate Learning

Empower students and teachers with the latest high-performance laptops and accelerate the learning experience with Chromebook™and Windows® devices from HP, Lenovo, and other major OEMs, powered by AMD Ryzen™ processors.

Solutions for Every Stage of Learning

Get more choice for every need from the classroom to the lab. AMD Ryzen™ and Athlon™ processors deliver high performance multitasking for common to complex educational applications, so there’s an AMD solution for everything from nursery to graduation and beyond.

AMD Ryzen™ Processor Portfolio

Data Security Features for Students and Teachers

Modern educational technology must support learning in the classroom and beyond, and institutions are realizing the benefit of providing device access to students. AMD processor-based devices help teachers and students stay productive while helping keep school and personal data secure.

AMD Ryzen™ 3 AMD Ryzen™ 5 AMD Ryzen™ 7 AMD Ryzen™ 9

> Entry-level gaming

> Performance for everyday productivity

> Smooth streaming

> Casual gaming

> Photo and video management

> Enhanced audio and video quality

> High-performance gaming

> Demanding image and video editing

> Stream with 4K, HDR

> Ultimate gaming performance

> Professional-class performance for content creation

> Game, stream, and record at the same time

022 High Performance Workstations

As the productivity drive continues in this age of innovation, you need kit to help you work smarter - not harder. When it comes to personal computing systems, workstations are in a class of their own, offering unparalleled levels of performance, superior speed and unlimited, expandable productivity and reliability that enables you to work

above and beyond your imagination. Workstations have never been so affordable, either. Historically, businesses had to pay huge premiums to get workstation levels of performance - so many people thought twice. Today, though, the cost gap has never been narrower, with entrylevel workstation price points rivalling

conventional desktops. This means more end-users can experience the productivity and creativity possibilities that a workstation can offer. Unleash your creativity and experience unmatched performance with workstations from Stone.

HP ZCENTRAL EDUCATION

HP ZCENTRAL EDUCATION

HP ZCENTRAL EDUCATION

HP ZCENTRAL EDUCATION

Centralize your high-compute performance and free your students and researchers in design, engineering, and data science to work anywhere.

Centralize your high-compute performance and free your students and researchers in design, engineering, and data science to work anywhere.

ACCESS PERFORMANCE COMPUTING FROM ANYWHERE

ACCESS PERFORMANCE COMPUTING FROM ANYWHERE

ACCESS PERFORMANCE COMPUTING FROM ANYWHERE

With 1:1 access via ZCentral Remote Boost Software, your students in engineering, design, media production and data science can get the same experience as if they were in the university lab — even on graphics-heavy work like 3D design, rendering and simulation. HP ZCentral Remote Boost1 compresses and quickly transports pixels for a seamless experience. Plus, students can access key ISV certified applications like Adobe Cloud, SolidWorks, AutoDesk, Python and TensorFlow2 without sacrificing graphics and computational performance on personal laptops from student housing. ZCentral Remote Boost also supports multiple displays and up to 4K resolution for maximizing your work-space when working in complex projects like 3D CAD, programming algorithms, or 4K media. It also allows for real-time collaboration for faster design reviews when working on group projects with students located in different places on or off campus.

With 1:1 access via ZCentral Remote Boost Software, your students in engineering, design, media production and data science can get the same experience as if they were in the university lab — even on graphics-heavy work like 3D design, rendering and simulation. HP ZCentral Remote Boost1 compresses and quickly transports pixels for a seamless experience. Plus, students can access key ISV certified applications like Adobe Cloud, SolidWorks, AutoDesk, Python and TensorFlow2 without sacrificing graphics and computational performance on personal laptops from student housing. ZCentral Remote Boost also supports multiple displays and up to 4K resolution for maximizing your work-space when working in complex projects like 3D CAD, programming algorithms, or 4K media. It also allows for real-time collaboration for faster design reviews when working on group projects with students located in different places on or off campus.

With 1:1 access via ZCentral Remote Boost Software, your students in engineering, design, media production and data science can get the same experience as if they were in the university lab — even on graphics-heavy work like 3D design, rendering and simulation. HP ZCentral Remote Boost1 compresses and quickly transports pixels for a seamless experience. Plus, students can access key ISV certified applications like Adobe Cloud, SolidWorks, AutoDesk, Python and TensorFlow2 without sacrificing graphics and computational performance on personal laptops from student housing. ZCentral Remote Boost also supports multiple displays and up to 4K resolution for maximizing your work-space when working in complex projects like 3D CAD, programming algorithms, or 4K media. It also allows for real-time collaboration for faster design reviews when working on group projects with students located in different places on or off campus.

ACCESS PERFORMANCE COMPUTING FROM ANYWHERE

KEEP CONTROL CLOSE

KEEP CONTROL CLOSE

With 1:1 access via ZCentral Remote Boost Software, your students in engineering, design, media production and data science can get the same experience as if they were in the university lab — even on graphics-heavy work like 3D design, rendering and simulation. HP ZCentral Remote Boost1 compresses and quickly transports pixels for a seamless experience. Plus, students can access key ISV certified applications like Adobe Cloud, SolidWorks, AutoDesk, Python and TensorFlow2 without sacrificing graphics and computational performance on personal laptops from student housing. ZCentral Remote Boost also supports multiple displays and up to 4K resolution for maximizing your work-space when working in complex projects like 3D CAD, programming algorithms, or 4K media. It also allows for real-time collaboration for faster design reviews when working on group projects with students located in different places on or off campus.

KEEP CONTROL CLOSE

University IT Department Managers can manage connections between students and centralized hardware with our HP ZCentral Connect3 software. Assign dedicated workstations to individual students, create pools for groups to share, or allow students to access the next available workstation in the pool. All from a single console. ZCentral Connect also allows users one-click access to their assigned workstations for initiating a secure ZCentral Remote Boost session.

University IT Department Managers can manage connections between students and centralized hardware with our HP ZCentral Connect3 software. Assign dedicated workstations to individual students, create pools for groups to share, or allow students to access the next available workstation in the pool. All from a single console. ZCentral Connect also allows users one-click access to their assigned workstations for initiating a secure ZCentral Remote Boost session.

University IT Department Managers can manage connections between students and centralized hardware with our HP ZCentral Connect3 software. Assign dedicated workstations to individual students, create pools for groups to share, or allow students to access the next available workstation in the pool. All from a single console. ZCentral Connect also allows users one-click access to their assigned workstations for initiating a secure ZCentral Remote Boost session.

KEEP CONTROL CLOSE

PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

University IT Department Managers can manage connections between students and centralized hardware with our HP ZCentral Connect3 software. Assign dedicated workstations to individual students, create pools for groups to share, or allow students to access the next available workstation in the pool. All from a single console. ZCentral Connect also allows users one-click access to their assigned workstations for initiating a secure ZCentral Remote Boost session.

PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Security is top of mind for cutting edge university research. One breach can be catastrophic when handling valuable intellectual property. Lock your IP down tight on our most secure workstations. We only transfer encrypted pixels over the network, so your sensitive information never leaves your university data closet or room. Students and researchers can rest easy knowing that the next great innovation is protected.

Security is top of mind for cutting edge university research. One breach can be catastrophic when handling valuable intellectual property. Lock your IP down tight on our most secure workstations. We only transfer encrypted pixels over the network, so your sensitive information never leaves your university data closet or room. Students and researchers can rest easy knowing that the next great innovation is protected.

Security is top of mind for cutting edge university research. One breach can be catastrophic when handling valuable intellectual property. Lock your IP down tight on our most secure workstations. We only transfer encrypted pixels over the network, so your sensitive information never leaves your university data closet or room. Students and researchers can rest easy knowing that the next great innovation is protected.

PROTECT YOUR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Security is top of mind for cutting edge university research. One breach can be catastrophic when handling valuable intellectual property. Lock your IP down tight on our most secure workstations. We only transfer encrypted pixels over the network, so your sensitive information never leaves your university data closet or room. Students and researchers can rest easy knowing that the next great innovation is protected.

DATA CLOSET

with racked workstations

ITDM

with ZCentral Connect

STUDENT

with ZCentral Remote Boost

Learn More: HP.com/ZCentral

Learn More: HP.com/ZCentral

Learn More: HP.com/ZCentral

Learn More: HP.com/ZCentral

2. 3rd party software sold separately.

Active Management Technology for select features.

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1. HP ZCentral Remote Boost does not come preinstalled on Z Workstations but

Requires

Centralize your high-compute performance and free your students and researchers in design, engineering, and data science to work anywhere.

Centralize your high-compute performance and free your students and researchers in design, engineering, and data science to work anywhere.

024 Server, Storage & Infrastructure

We understand that investing in new server or storage solutions requires serious thought. With such a wide variety of solutions available, it can be difficult to pin-point the right choice for you. Our dedicated staff can help you tackle this challenge to

find the right solution.

Our extensive range of servers and storage solutions is designed to be as flexible and customisable as possible, so you can get the technology that’s best for your organisation at the right price. Whether it’s something as

simple as a new domain controller or a complex deployment like a full enterprise data centre or a migration to cloud storage, we’ll help you find a solution that’s cost-effective, future-proofed and completely scalable.

From edge to cloud and everywhere in between.

With solutions built on Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors, we’re delivering industry leading, workload optimized performance through built-in AI acceleration. This provides a flexible foundation to help speed data’s transformative impact, from the intelligent edge to the multi-cloud and back.

Hybrid Infrastructure

Our Stone Hybrid Acceleration Series (HAS) offers a vast range of configurations that can be tailored to suit your needs. We know that with all new technology investments, it’s important they’re protected for the future. That’s why we include flexible contracts for our Stone Virtualisation Support Services (VSS) with all our Hybrid Acceleration Series (HAS) Equinox platforms, to provide you with an amplified level of virtualisation support, and options to purchase up to 5 years subscription upfront.

Hyper-converged platform that evolves with you

Stone Equinox is our hyper-converged virtualisation platform and service designed for the expanding and evolving education, public and private sectors, particularly for growing businesses. Stone Equinox uses the latest Intel® technologies to bring you a hyper-converged solution.

> Support your IT team and deliver performance and reliability with a low total cost of ownership (TCO)

> Use our Virtualisation Support Services to take advantage of the latest technologies without needing a significant investment in staff training

> Take advantage of best-in-class performance per watt using the Intel 10nm Tri-Gate 3rd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors

> Speed up data compression and cryptography with integrated Intel® QuickAssist Technology (Intel® QAT)

> Incorporates high speed connectivity (10/25GbE as standard, upgradeable up to 100GbE)

> Protect your data with the latest hardware enchanced security features, without compromising performance

> Benefit from the performance available through PCI Express 4.0 connectivity

> All-flash designs for unmatched data transfer and access speeds and increased energy efficiency

3rd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors

Intel’s industry-leading, workload optimised platform with built-in AI acceleration, provides the seamless performance foundation for the data-centric era from the multicloud to intelligent edge, and back, the Intel® Xeon® Scalable processor family with 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors enables a new level of consistent, pervasive, and breakthrough performance.

Across infrastructures, from enterprise to technical computing applications, the Intel® Xeon® Scalable processor family is designed for data centre modernisation to drive operational efficiencies that lead to improved total cost of ownership (TCO) and higher productivity for users. Systems built on the Intel® Xeon® Scalable processor family are designed to deliver agile services with enhanced performance and groundbreaking capabilities, compared to the prior generation.

> Up to 3.5x 5-year refresh performance improvement

> Up to 1.33x average performance improvement

> Up to 14x AI performance with Intel® DL Boost

MAGMA RANGE

It’s never ideal to have a PC that serves critical data 24/7, so Stone’s product management team have designed the Magma iMx, iPx and iRx Servers - ideal for customer who want to reliably manage their IT estate on a budget.

iMx

A micro server, with a tiny footprint, offering great performance. Extremely quiet, and ideal for the office environment. Intel Xeon E – up to 8 cores/16 threads, up to 64GB memory, and up to 80TB of raw storage capacity.

A full size pedestal server, offering massive customisability around compute, memory, and storage capacity. Intel Xeon Scalable Family up to 56 cores/112 threads, up to 2TB memory, a host of HDD, and all flash options available.

iRx

The very latest 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors up to 40 cores per socket, up to 12 TB memory, up to 24 front hot swap drive bays, host of HDD, and all flash options available, 100Gb networking

Whether you’re the smallest primary school or a multinational business, the value of your data is enormous. Keep it accessible and better protected at all times. Stone can offer a vast range of configurations that can be tailored to your needs.

ACCELERATE DATA-CENTRIC BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

> Fully tailored approach

> Leading UK manufacturer

> Industry leading Stone warranty

> Very latest technology

> Large UK stock holding to support rapid deployment

ACCELERATE DATA-CENTRIC BUSINESS TRANSFORMATION

MAGMA Intel® benefits

Business computing needs are growing in sophistication and complexity.

Servers that are just a few years old are no longer sufficient to support the

ACCELERATE DATA-CENTRIC BUSINESS

2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors deliver performance, agility and scalability

5 YEARS

2nd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors deliver performance, agility and scalability

UP TO 5 YEAR WARRANTY

ACCELERATE INSIGHTS

Experience up to 30x AI performance versus prior generation with new, performance-optimised processor and platform features that let you discover more insights, faster.

2nd

demands of today’s workloads, which are increasing in capabilities to deliver business intelligence, acceleration and agility. New business opportunities,

ACCELERATE INSIGHTS

Experience up to 30x AI performance versus prior generation with new, performance-optimised processor and platform features that let you discover more insights, faster.

SCALE PERFORMANCE

Platform-wide performance improvements with: • Up to 112 processor cores in a 2-socket system • Up to 2x memory bandwidth versus prior generation • Up to 3.5x more VMs per server (5-year refresh improvement)

• Supports revolutionary Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory

Built-in data protection features helps better

SCALE PERFORMANCE

Platform-wide performance improvements with:

• Up to 112 processor cores in a 2-socket system

• Up to 2x memory bandwidth versus prior generation

• Up to 3.5x more VMs per server (5-year refresh improvement)

customers, and workloads drive a need for tools and technology that will help you win and stay ahead of the competition. With a wide-range of solutions in the marketplace, it can be difficult to identify the right solution for your needs of today and prepare for a winning future.

• Supports revolutionary Intel® Optane™ DC Persistent Memory

IMPROVE SECURITY

Built-in data protection features helps better secure platforms and data. Provides trusted service delivery and accelerated encryption.

Stone are your

iPx

Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable processors deliver performance, agility and scalability

Respond to changing needs and demands effectively

BENEFITS : EQUINOX Hyper-Converged Platform

•Support your IT team and deliver performance and reliability with a low total cost of ownership (TCO)

•Use our Virtualisation Support Services to take advantage of the latest technologies without needing a significant investment in staff training

•Take advantage of best-in-class performance per watt using the Intel 10nm Tri-Gate 3rd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors

•Speed up data compression and cryptography with integrated Intel® QuickAssist Technology (Intel® QAT)

•Incorporates high speed connectivity (10/25GbE as standard, upgradeable up to 100GbE)

•Protect your data with the latest hardware enchanced security features, without compromising performance

•Benefit from the performance available through PCI Express 4.0 connectivity

For more information call us on 08448 22 11 22 e-mail sales@stonegroup.co.uk or visit www.stonegroup.co.uk

Stone Equinox uses the latest technologies and platforms from Intel to bring you a hyper-converged cluster-in-a-box solution, at a fraction of the cost of some competing solutions.

Dual or Triple Node platforms with the latest 3rd Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors. Available in Hybrid (NVME accelerated) or pure All-NVME configurations for the ultimate in performance

Microsoft Windows Server 2022 Storage Spaces Direct (S2D)

Dedicated Storage Network: Hybrid 300Gbit (Triple Node) 100Gbit (Dual Node) All-Flash 1200Gbit (Triple Node) 400Gbit (Dual Node)

Benefits from the included Equinox SF3 Virtualisation Support Services subscription

UK Based technical support with 24/7 access to the Stone support portal

5 Years On-Site Warranty as standard - options available for 7 Years On-Site

We can also provide a range of migration professional services for your existing applications and data

The Stone Equinox range includes hyper-converged virtualisation clusters, disaster recovery/continuity systems and backup vault.

+Intel Xeon Gold and Silver Processor options, providing up to 192 Cores/384 Threads with a Triple Node cluster

+RAM options available up to 1536GB per node

+Wide choice of Production Network Connectivity options, allowing the system to communicate with your existing network

+Flexible storage options with room to grow: Equinox is available in a range of sizes from 6TB to 128TB – there is an Equinox that fits your requirements

+Next generation of the tried and tested Stone BCDR solution, based on the Intel® Xeon® Scalable processor platform

+Ideal for use with Hyper-V replication

+Allows you to keep running in the event of a disaster, such as unavailability of your main server room or cluster i.e. power issues, fire, flood etc.

+Storage vault with optional cloud backup integration

+Allows you to access historic data or recover in the event of virus damage

Stone Virtualisation Support Services

Stone VSS provide an enhanced level of virtualisation support allowing you to offload all of your virtual host or cluster configuration and maintenance needs. A 1 year subscription is included as standard with all Equinox platforms, with options to purchase up to 5 years subscription upfront.

Log and track all requests or incidents on our easy to use Support Portal

Agent included, alerting Stone VOC – and you – to any critical events, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year

Reduce the support burden on your IT staff

Help you respond quickly to ever changing needs – for example, get help with deploying a new virtual machine quickly and easily

With your permission we can remotely access the Equinox platform across the internet helping to respond to your requests quickly and efficiently, reducing the time that your IT staff are tied up

Stone Virtualisation Support Services (VSS) is upgradeable to include Stone Standard Remote Support, allowing us to help you respond to issues and incidents outside of the Equinox SF3 platform

For more information call us on 08448 22 11 22 e-mail sales@stonegroup.co.uk or visit www.stonegroup.co.uk

3 Reasons to adopt Veeam Universal License

Modernize and protect your data infrastructure

With data growing at upwards of 60% per year every year, flexible data protection that expands and scales is more critical than ever. Whether your data is virtualized, running on physical servers or in the cloud, Veeam® Universal License will protect that data, no matter where, no matter what.

#1 Flexibility

License what you want, where you want and move licenses at any time with no additional fees.

#2 Freedom

Leverage your existing configuration and environment your way, all under one license.

#3 Simplicity

A single, central view of all licenses in one combined environment so you can do more with less.

“Veeam has simplified our operations. We can get the vast majority of everything, all environments, under one umbrella with Veeam, which is huge.”

— IDC, The Economic Impact of Veeam Cloud Data Management Platform, April 2020

Veeam Universal License has transformed how Veeam delivers comprehensive data protection without barriers or lock-in, providing customers with greater choice, unsurpassed flexibility and the confidence to modernize your data protection strategy. It’s the Veeam way.

Learn more about Veeam Universal License.

032 Networking & Security

It’s vital for organisations to provide the best digital experiences – for their employees, staff, teachers, and students to connect, collaborate and perform - and every stakeholder now expects to connect and communicate seamlessly from any location and device. Having a solid networking solution doesn’t just help people connect - it delivers greater security and improved access control, which protects

your organisation’s confidential data and enables smoother processes. We can provide organisations, with innovative products and solutions, including everything from firewalls and switches to enterprise grade networking solutions, from consultation and design through to deployment, commissioning and ongoing care and support. By working with the biggest brands in networking, such as Cisco, we can

provide you with the highest performing solutions. As a trusted Cisco partner, you’re guaranteed to get the best of the best. All Cisco Meraki products are designed to integrate directly into the cloud managed dashboard, allowing you to manage multiple solutions from a single pane of glass, and supporting any “Cloud first” initiatives.

Cloud Managed Solutions

ADVANCED SECURITY

With highly distributed users - accessing data from different places and devices - and increasingly sophisticated cyber-attacks, security is more important than ever.

EXPANDING THE DIGITAL WORKSPACE

By expanding your digital workspace into hybrid environments, you can improve the user experience, enhance security and advance productivity.

NEXT-GENERATION

WI-FI

Enterprise-grade solutions give you the power to create amazing digital experiences by offering faster, more powerful connections.

TAKE TOTAL CONTROL

- REMOTELY

An intuitive dashboard lets you remotely take total control of any incident, from alert to fix.

Cloud Managed WiFi

Equip yourself with modern Wi-Fi

Reliably deliver new mobile experiences with future-proof wireless.

> Built from the highest-grade components and carefully optimised for faster connections, greater user capacity, more coverage and fewer support calls.

> Gain visibility into network users, their devices and their applications. Armed with rich analytics, administrators can quickly create access control and application usage policies, optimising both the end-user experience and network security.

> Powerful and intuitive multi-site management via the cloud, eliminating the cost and complexity of traditional on-site wireless controllers.

Cloud Managed Networking

Meraki Switches combine simplicity & power

Combining the simplicity of the cloud-managed dashboard with the power of enterprise-grade hardware, to cater to the demands of next-gen wired and wireless networks.

> Feature-rich unified threat management (UTM) capabilities including application-aware traffic control, content filtering and advanced malware protection

> Industry-leading cloud management that offers unified firewall, switching, wireless LAN, and mobile device management through an intuitive web-based dashboard and summary reports.

> Intelligent site-to-site VPN with Meraki SD-WAN, encompassing Auto VPN, Client VPN and Automated MPLS to VPN failover within seconds of a connection failure

Cloud Managed Smart Cameras Meraki magic in the enterprise video security world

Impossibly simple to deploy, configure and manage, MV provides reliable security and valuable business insights to organisations of any scale.

> Secure monitoring and management of all your cameras from anywhere in the world, no extra software required.

> Cameras automatically purchase publicly signed SSL certificates, and all Meraki management data is always encrypted by default.

> Novel architecture places video storage on the camera, not cloud, ensuring critical network activities get the bandwidth they need.

Cloud Managed Sensors

Protect your critical IT infrastructure through the power of the Cisco Meraki platform and simple-to-deploy Meraki MT sensors

> Real-time visibility and alerts give you control over your environment. Ensure optimal conditions and minimise risk with remote monitoring and flexible alerting.

> Quickly provision and manage thousands of sensors to monitor temperature, humidity, leaks and intrusion.

> Understand trends about your physical environment. Improve safety, security and operational decision-making through a data-driven approach.

Real-time visibility into IT environments made simple

Powerful technology for all Smart, cloud-managed IT solutions from Cisco Meraki that make life simpler.

Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)

Connect any user to any application with integrated capabilities for multicloud, security, unified communications, and application optimisation—all on a SASE-enabled architecture.

> Enterprise-grade technology that connects users and sites efficiently, securely, and cost-effectively - whilst optimising application experience.

> Gain visibility into network users, their devices and their applications. Armed with rich analytics, administrators can quickly create access control and application usage policies, optimising both the end-user experience and network security.

Cloud security with Cisco Umbrella

Cloud security for the future of your organisation, Cisco Umbrella provides secure access to the internet and usage of cloud apps everywhere.

> Umbrella’s DNS-layer security helps improve security visibility, detect compromised systems, and protect your users on and off the network.

> Umbrella’s secure web gateway logs and inspects web traffic for full visibility, URL and application controls, and protection against malware.

> Umbrella’s firewall logs all activity and blocks unwanted traffic using IP, port, and protocol rules. To forward traffic, simply configure an IPsec tunnel from any network device.

> Powerful and intuitive multi-site management via the cloud, reducing the cost and complexity of managing traditional connectivity equipment and MPLS providers whilst increasing visibility into WAN performance.

> Umbrella exposes shadow IT by providing the ability to detect and report on cloud applications in use across your organization.

> Cisco’s unparalleled view of the internet and comprehensive threat intelligence gives them deep insight into malicious domains, IPs, and URLs.

Zero trust network access with Cisco DUO

Access Security for Everyone, from Any Device, Anywhere

For organisations of all sizes that need to protect sensitive data at scale, Duo is the user-friendly zero-trust security platform for all users, all devices and all applications.

> MFA is the foundation for zero trust. Duo verifies that your users are who they say they are, before they access your data.

> Monitor the health, posture, and compliance of every device across your organization in real-time, whether it’s managed by IT or not.

> Duo’s advanced policy enforcement capabilities let you define security requirements at the user, device, and application level.

> Duo provides modern remote access solutions and protects existing IT infrastructure, making it easy to onboard new users.

> Cloud-based SSO grants users secure access to all protected applications through a uniform, frictionless interface that’s accessible from anywhere.

SASE is a network architecture that combines VPN and SD-WAN capabilities with cloud-native security functions such as secure web gateways, cloud access security brokers, firewalls, and zero-trust network access. These functions are delivered from the cloud and provided as a service by Stone.

Stone Hosted Telephony

Stone is helping to transform the way organisations communicate. We provide each customer with a single communications platform that addresses the needs of every employee, regardless of their location or the device they use.

Our cloud-based platform delivers a range of feature-rich voice, video and unified communications solutions to your organisation. We help you to improve the way you communicate with your customers, increasing collaboration and ensuring maximum productivity from every employee.

REDUCED COSTS

With Stone Hosted Telephony there is no up-front capital investment required. Simply subscribe to one of our “All Inclusive” minutes bundles or take our “Pay-As-You-Use” service where you benefit from free calls between offices or employees working at home or significantly cheaper local, national and international call charges.

ASSURED RELIABILITY

Use your own, or take an organisation grade Stone broadband or fibre connection for an assured telephony experience which does not touch the public Internet. Set up cloud-based call divert rules in advance – or in real time - to capture all of your incoming calls in the event that your office experiences any local network problems. The Stone platform offers 99.999% availability.

INCREASED AGILITY

Flex your usage up and down in response to demand or any season fluctuations. Scale rapidly without committing to long contracts. Deploy satellite workers and seamlessly transition between different locations and offices. Take calls on the move, anywhere around the world.

ADVANCED FEATURES

Take advantage of enterprise level telephony features such as Auto Attendant, Receptionist Console, Call Centre and Call Recording. Improve the efficiency of your workforce through Presence, Click-to-Dial and Contact Database Integration. Take total control of your services using our sophisticated online management portal.

FUTURE PROOF TECHNOLOGY HOSTED VIDEO CAPABILITY

We work with key technology partners such as Broadsoft, Cisco, Juniper and Oracle to ensure that our platform adheres to the latest versions and industry standards. A constantly evolving roadmap allows our customers to benefit automatically from the latest features and developments. Our customers are freed from the operational and financial burden of maintaining their own equipment and software.

Cloud-hosted Pay-As-You-Use video conferencing capabilities mean that there is no need for expensive dedicated meeting room equipment, complex video bridges or changes to your network. Simply connect to a meeting using your desktop, tablet or smartphone and communicate with colleagues and clients wherever they are in the world with excellent sound and picture quality.

It’s got a good ring to it.

One platform to centralise University security

Universities invest in modern security technology to create safer learning environment. Verkada is a fully integrated hardware and software solution that combines intelligent devices with an easy–to–use platform, making it simple to protect staff and students at scale.

Welcome, screen and view visitors on campus

Screen visitors, print photo badges and view visitor footage — all from a single pane of glass.

Lockdown doors in seconds

Trigger lockdowns from a panic button, Verkada Command, or the Verkada Pass app — while still allowing first responders access.

Manage University security from anywhere

No matter where you are, quickly detect and respond to incidents on campus.

038 Software

Having the right software is a simple way of minimising the time and resources your university loses to arduous administrative tasks and inefficient processes - to enable your students and teachers to focus on what they do best. We can supply you with an extensive range of software to simplify your processes, improve compatibility and enhance

productivity. And while it can be hard to know which combination of software, packages and licenses will work for you, we’re here to help you figure it out.

As a Microsoft Gold Partner in addition to holding other major accreditations from other leading names we can help guide you through the abyss of software

licensing, operating systems, backup, security, safeguarding and more. With our highly skilled specialist staff, we can advise and supply you with the most beneficial software packages dependent on your requirements. Additionally, we will also provide you with on-going support, guidance, consultation and management of your software licenses.

Operating Systems

Your students deserve more than one-size-fits-all technology, especially as educators work to address significant issues of equity and access. That’s why our versatile, Windows 11 devices work with or without an internet connection, protect against online threats, and have inclusive, built-in solutions that help each student achieve their potential.

Accessibility for all

Keep working on the go with a start-up that’s on average up to 28% faster and a battery that lasts 3x longer. Save time by working in the way that’s most natural for you: from touch and pen to voice and gesture.

Cut background distraction for focused learning

Learn online with greater focus. Whether you are at home or in school, reduce distraction with smart noise cancelling and blur to keep the background in the background.

Empowering students with touch, voice, and digital pen

Get a simpler, more accessible interface that lets students and teachers focus on education. Use easy gestures to move windows, type with your voice, and write with a digital pen in almost any app.

A more focused Start experience

Improve student focus with a simpler user experience and easier navigation. Get faster access to your materials and apps using the refreshed Start, Taskbar, and Navigation Center.

Get the browser that works seamlessly with Microsoft 365

Developed with built-in tools to advance learning, Microsoft Edge works seamlessly with Microsoft 365 to help students and teachers quickly access and organise important information.

Comprehensive Security & Privacy

With built-in defences against modern security threats and always up-to-date protections for your information and device, no matter where you or your team go.

Save time and money with zero-touch deployment

Windows Autopilot is now even easier to use with a refreshed user interface and guidance. Offering fast and easy self-service options for end users, Windows

Autopilot requires zero IT touch to transfer custom settings to new devices. Plus, you can remotely reset any enrolled device and seamlessly repurpose existing devices from one student to the next.

Enable students and educators to work securely inside and outside your school

Deploy, secure, and manage remote devices through the cloud, in compliance with your school’s policies. Windows 11 provides expanded support for Group Policy administrative templates (ADMX-backed policies) in mobile device management (MDM) solutions like Microsoft Endpoint Manager, enabling IT professionals to easily apply the same security policies to all devices, whether they are remote or onsite.

Built for Learning, Anywhere

Keep assignments at your fingertips

Keep important information at your fingertips, with just a single click or swipe. Seamlessly integrated into your desktop and taskbar, customisable Widgets help students and educators access information that helps them focus on school.

Switch easily between classes on separate desktops

You can create a separate desktop for each class or subject and switch instantly between them from your taskbar. Now, educators can track their materials more easily, and students can arrange their screen to stay organised. Design each desktop with its own wallpaper and layout, including open apps arranged in Snap Groups.

Search school and the web from one place

Search across the web, school, and Windows directly from your taskbar. Whether it’s apps, websites, Windows settings, assignments, grades, or school personnel, find everything you need in one place with Microsoft Search. Look for a student and see their most recent paper, their grade, and any ongoing chats in one place.

Microsoft 365

Microsoft 365 is an integrated software solution bringing together the best-in-class productivity tools, security, and device management features. Windows 11, Microsoft Office 365, and enterprise mobility and security features all packaged together in one product for a single peruser/per-month price. Microsoft 365 achieves more by providing a secure and simplified solution for you and your organisation.

Why Microsoft 365?

Windows 11

> Always-on Security

> Simplified for Business

> Focus/Speed/Freedom

> Windows Defender

> Security Controls

> Windows Autopilot

> Automatic Office

> Apps Deployment

Microsoft Azure is an ever-expanding set of cloud services to help your organisation meet your challenges. It’s the freedom to build, manage and deploy applications on a massive, global network using your favourite tools and frameworks.

Productivity and Speed

Reduce marketing cycles by delivering features faster with more than 100 end-to-end services

> Maximise productivity by empowering developers to build and deploy applications the same way

> Simplify and speed up the process of building and testing applications across every platform

> Bring together people, processes and products to enable continuous value delivery to your end users

Intelligent and Powerful

Create intelligent apps using powerful data and artificial intelligence services

> Artificial intelligence productivity for virtually every developer and scenario

> Drive better, faster decision making by analysing your data for deeper insights

> Power your digital transformation, collect untapped data and find new insights by connecting your devices, assets and sensors

Flexibility on a Hybrid Cloud

Develop and deploy where you want, with the only consistent hybrid cloud on the market. Extend Azure on-premises with Azure Stack

> Bring cloud scale and agility to your mission-critical SAP workloads

> Reach your customers everywhere – on every device – with a single mobile app build

> Fuel business growth by bringing together enterprise resource planning (ERP) and cloud services

Secure and Trusted

Join start-ups, governments and 95 per cent of Fortune 500 businesses who run on the Microsoft Cloud today

> Protect all your major IT systems while ensuring apps work when you need them most

> Handle exponential data growth without leaving security, scalability or analytics behind

> Ensure compliance using the cloud governance capabilities built into Azure

Save time, money and increase productivity with Creative Cloud for teams.

Adobe Creative Cloud for teams includes several of the most widely used digital creative tools – such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Premiere Pro. Users also get access to thousands of Adobe fonts and millions of free or paid Adobe Stock assets. Collaborating and sharing projects is easy, making for a more streamlined workflow.

Acrobat DC

It’s how the world gets work done.

More than five million organizations around the world rely on Acrobat DC to create and edit the smartest PDFs, convert PDFs to Microsoft Office formats, and so much more. When you’re on the move and you need to collaborate with colleagues in multiple locations, trust the power of Acrobat DC to make it happen.

Substance 3D

A collection of apps for 3D content creation

The Adobe Substance 3D Collection gives businesses a powerful and connected toolset for creating 3D content with uncompromised detail and realism, from asset creation to scene design and rendering.

The Adobe Substance 3D Collection includes the following:

> Substance 3D Stager

Create both stylized and photorealistic renders by compositing assets into a 3D scene

> Substance 3D Painter

Paint 3D textures on models and meshes in real time

> Substance 3D Sampler

An intuitive authoring tool to create materials for 3D

> Substance 3D Designer

The industry-standard parametric authoring tool, giving users unparalleled artistic control

Adobe Sign

Keep Business Moving with Adobe Sign

Eliminate manual document processes and accelerate approvals with Adobe Sign. Now you can reduce the time it takes to onboard employees, sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs), close sales deals, and more. With Adobe Sign, anyone in your organisation can send documents for legal e-signatures with just a few clicks and then track their status in real time.

> Track and manage in real time

> Ensure brand consistency

> Get prebuilt integrations for your existing business systems

> Build error-proof workflows

> Deliver documents in bulk

Bridge the Cybersecurity Gap in Education with SonicWall

More students. Dispersed classrooms. Constrained resources. Reduced budgets. IT managers in education are now faced with more network, mobility and security challenges then ever before - all while cyber threats grow more advanced by the day.

Talk to us about:

• Next Generation Network Security

• Simple, Reliable and Secure Wireless

• Secure Remote Learning

• Modern Endpoint Protection

• Securing Cloud Apps

Contact your Stone IT account manager to find out more!

www.sonicwall.com

Nellcote has joined forces with Stone Computers to fight cybercrime. Speak to your Stone Account Manager and find out how we can help.

• CREST accredited Penetration Testing Services

• Vulnerability Assessment Services (regular or ad-hoc)

• Simulated Ransomware Assessment (HackM3)

• Cyber Essentials Accreditation Support

• Virtual Security Team Services

• Security Awareness & Phishing Training

Our experts will help you get your Cyber Security sorted.

nellcote.co.uk

Big fish or little fish, we all need Cyber security.

Did you know Stone works with over 8,000 software vendors?

Do you have a new requirement or a forthcoming renewal and need a fast, reliable and responsive service? Perhaps you have an upcoming project and want to explore the software options available to achieve your goals?

Whatever your needs – we can help.

Our most recent partnership with the industry’s leading software platform gives us access to over 8,000 independent and specialist software providers. This partnership means we can offer you competitive pricing and accelerated deployment on the software you need to meet your bespoke requirements.

We have a dedicated team of licensing specialists who can provide you with the software you need for just about anything, including IT Management, Classroom and Curriculum, Creativity, Productivity, Virtualisation, Administration, Backup, Security and Safeguarding, plus many more. Our inhouse software experts can make sure you obtain the license agreements that delivers you the best level of access and value for money from specialist publishers.

We can assist with every step of your project from initial design to ongoing support post-project. Our portfolio is extensive, reaching across every aspect of the IT and AV spectrum, and we can supply you with each piece of software you require to go with your new investments. Whether you need a comprehensive software solution from an industry leading brand, or a niche piece of software, our team can provide the right solution for you.

Get in touch today to speak with our team of dedicated software specialists. Call us on: 08448 549 800, e-mail marketing@stonegroup.co.uk or visit www.stonegroup.co.uk

048 Monitors

Organisations build and drive productivity through a number of different methods - but it’s incredible how often monitors are overlooked when it comes to their impact on everyday working life.

Studies state that users working on larger, higher resolution monitors work faster and more efficiently than those using smaller format, low spec

screens. Better quality and wider viewing angles reduce eye strain and offer more visual space to see and comprehend data. Essentially, being able to view more at once on a quality screen allows people to gain deeper insights and absorb more information, enabling them to produce better and more focused work, more effectively. So whether you need gaming, curved,

ultra high definition or standard business monitors, we can provide a vast range from leading brands such as Iiyama, Philips, Hannspree, Eizo and HP. With all the latest features such as USB-C, height adjust and energy efficient, we have a displays portfolio that will give you the most productive and environmentally friendly workforce.

USB-C

STAND-ALONE SOLUTION

Create a powerful, fully embedded solution by adding the Slot PC to any of the 04 Series displays and unlock the potential of the Windows 10 IoT Enterprise version providing unrivalled manageability and security to IoT solutions. Upload your favourite learning software licenses and continue to utilise all of the wonderful touch-centric applications you will find in Office applications like PowerPoint, Word, One Note, Excel, Interactive Whiteboard, 3D Paint etc., etc.

EASY DISTANCE LEARNING

The ability for education organisations to link up with experts, academy partners and other institutions to share lessons and experiences remotely, has significantly grown and will continue to do so in a post Covid-19 world. The 04 Series allows for amazingly simple set up when plugging in any third-party webcam in the handy USB port at the top back portion of the display.  When coupled with either an external PC or laptop or the Slot PC from iiyama you can now connect with any student, any teacher, any class or any expert from around the globe with no geographical boundaries using Teams, Zoom, Web Ex or any other tested platform you have in place.

THE IIYAMA 04 SERIES DISPLAYS

75’’

DISPLAYS FOR EDUCATION

iiyama provide a range of people friendly and dependable displays for education , ergonomically designed for perfect user comfort and with a range of accessories to boost productivity.

Exclusively available through Stone is a 5 year onsite swap warranty, combined with iiyama Eco LED backlights, gives your school one of the best cost of ownership propositions on the market.

| 75”

Interactive 4K UHD LCD Touchscreen with integrated annotation software.

ProLite TE8604MIS-B1AG | 86”

86’’ Interactive 4K UHD LCD Touchscreen with integrated annotation software.

ProLite XUB2492HSU-B1 | 24” 24” IPS technology panel with ultra flat front and height adjustable stand

ProLite XUB2792HSU-B1 | 27” 27” IPS panel technology monitor with ultra flat front and a height adjustable stand

ProLite XUB3493WQSU-B1 | 34” 34” IPS ultra-wide screen with a height adjustable stand

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IT Recycling & Support Services

In our three decades as a leading IT and AV provider our services have naturally evolved - and ten years ago we reshaped our business model to support our customers seamlessly throughout their IT lifecycle while improving the sustainability of our operations. We extended our offering

by investing in a 100,000 square foot production, manufacturing and IT recycling facility, and we’re now the only manufacturer and reseller in the UK with our own on-site IT Asset Disposal facility, and we’re accredited to WEEE, DIPCOG and Valpak Zero Landfill standards.

From our Stone HQ, we offer complete, end-to-end services and circular solutions across the entire IT and AV landscape, from design and deployment, to fully managed services and technical supportand everything else in between.

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Responsible IT Asset Disposal

Download the FREE app today and start being rewarded for recycling your old equipment

Built on our core value of sustainability, Stone IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) can assist your organisation by responsibly and securely disposing of your end-of-life equipment whilst enhancing your green credentials. Carried out at our award-winning recycling facility at our Staffordshire HQ, our ITAD service is simple, secure and effective. Our recycling facility is fully accredited by the Environment Agency and awarded a Distinction from ADISA, as well as industry leading certifications from Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, DIPCOG and more. Our accreditations display our recognition as a responsible ITAD provider that you can trust.

Our sustainable 360° approach to IT can simplify lifecycle management and provide cost benefits for our customers, whilst helping to off-set the environmental impacts of the technology industry. We have heavily invested in our award-winning ITAD facility and continue to do so. Not only to be a true circular IT provider, but also as a leading ambassador for a greener environment.

FREE COLLECTIONS

If you have 50 qualifying items or more, we will collect your devices free of charge.

SECURE DATA ERASURE

As one of an elite number of UK Gold Blancco partners, we’re able to wipe all data bearing assets using Blancco’s industry leading software to Government approved CESG standards. This ensures that we dispose of data correctly in accordance with GDPR regulations. 02

COMPLETE TRACEABILITY

There’s no third-party involvement. Everything is done inhouse, so we can provide you with a full audit report and certificate of disposal, to ensure complete traceability. 03

POTENTIAL REBATES

We can help you realise any residual value in any kit we take back, offering you fair market rebates on qualifying equipment, for you to reinvest in your budget or use to spend on new investments. 04

ZERO LANDFILL

We’re committed to ensuring all of our operations contribute to a better environment, so we ensure nothing is wasted with our commitment to zero landfill - and we’ve had a Valpak zero landfill certification for more than ten years. 05

ASSET MANAGEMENT REPORTS

We guarantee 100% accountability for all assets, and can provide accurate and timely Asset Management Reports, so you can demonstrate full compliance with GDPR and WEEE. 06

FULL ACCREDITATION

Our facility is fully accredited with certifications including ISO 27001: Information Security Management, ADISA Distinction with Honours, DIPCOG and Cyber Essentials. 07

SECURE TRACKED VEHICLES

Collections are made using our own solid-sided, GPS-tracked vehicles which are fitted with load weighting systems and security cameras to ensure maximum security and 100% of our Stone employed drivers are security cleared and DBS checked. 08

Recycling that benefits everybody with a zero to landfill promise

E-waste is the world’s fastest-growing waste stream.

As a leading circular IT provider, we believe it is crucial to take action now to reduce e-waste and minimise the impact the technology industry is having on our environment.

That’s why we’ve launched Stone 360®, our one-of-a-kind mobile app that empowers organisations to take control of their e-waste with a few simple clicks. Designed to make our IT recycling service even simpler and more rewarding to both our customers and the environment. We offer free collections, complete traceability and reporting, MOD level security and data erasure, cash rebates and professional device refurbishments - all with zero waste going to landfill.

USING THE APP IS HELPING TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT & OUR FUTURE WELLBEING

If you use the Stone 360 app to recycle, you’ll contribute to our tree-planting scheme with Ecologi and important sustainability projects with The National Forest, including a £1 million biodiversity restoration programme and an outdoor learning scheme for children from disadvantaged backgrounds. The National Forest have also announced a new programme to look at Green Prescribing in the Forest which is a really important piece of work focused on health and wellbeing.

DOWNLOAD THE FREE APP AND JOIN OUR IT RECYCLING REVOLUTION

USE IT!

Book and manage your recycling collection via the Stone 360 app today.

EARN IT!

Earn rebate points for every collection completed via the app and redeem them for cash or boost them by 20% to purchase new tech.

Don’t forget, every time you book a collection, you’re helping to protect our environment and deliver important sustainability projects by disposing of your unwanted IT responsibly.

Stone Assist is a range of remote support modules that offer help with problems and remote administration of your IT systems. Our plans give you access to an array of support specialists who have years of experience solving a wide range of problems.

Overview of our Support capabilities:

> Access to experienced IT support professionals.

> Maximise the availability of your systems.

> Solve problems quickly.

> Access help over the telephone or using secure remote screen technology.

> Take advantage of our range of monitoring and remote management facilities.

> Reduce onsite engineer maintenance costs.

REMOTE AND TELEPHONE SUPPORT

All of our Remote support contracts include both Remote and Telephone support. Within the Service Hours, you can contact us and obtain the support and help you need.

HEALTH CHECKS

Health checks are an optional service design to help you maintain your systems and highlight common issues. These checks are performed monthly and emailed to you.

SCHEDULED ENGINEER VISITS

We provide scheduled visits from skilled professionals to ensure that you pay for the right level of engineer, for the right task required onsite.

SUPPORT PORTAL ACCESS

In addition to the normal support contact routes, we can provide you with a dedicated portal for your staff to submit and view remote support incidents.

WINDOWS SERVER UPDATE MANAGEMENT

We assist in the management of Microsoft automatic updates cycle for both virtual host servers and virtual machines to help ensure the smooth running of your operations.

PRE-PAID AD-HOC ENGINEER VISITS

Pre-paid engineer visits to help you resolve issues that require an on-site presence, this gives you support priority, as well as helping you to respond quickly if a problem occurs.

REMOTE ACCESS

Our remote connection platform provides access to your IT systems in a secure manner to allow us to diagnose and resolve your problems.

AUTOMATED MONITORING

Our automated monitoring option provides an easy to use, low cost service to give you critical alerts by email in the event of a problem, enabling you to stay on top of IT systems and take necessary actions.

RAPID RESPONSE ENGINEER VISITS

Your “Big red button”. If you need some professional assistance at short notice, we have accredited engineers that can help with complex issues in need of urgent attention.

BRONZE SILVER GOLD

We offer professional, helpful technical support for all staff from a chosen support level across all your locations, including remote workers, during regular office hours. Support

Stone Assist Packages

levels include 1st to 3rd Line support and are split into three packages based on the level of support and features you require including system health checks, system monitoring and

management, service management wrapper and a range of additional addons. Contact your account manager to find out which package is right for you today.

BRONZE SILVER GOLD

> Remote support via support tools

> Verbal remote support for end-users

> Portal support via ticketing system

> Service transition support

> Full remote support via support tools

> Verbal and remote support services for end-users

> Additional portal support via ticketing system

> Additional service transition suppor

> Full remote support across all platforms

> Full remote support services for all end-user skill levels

> Portal and email support

> Onboarding and service transition

> System health checks

> System monitoring

> Change management engagement

> Service management

Stone Assured is our latest comprehensive maintenance and support service that offers you a competitive alternative to traditional vendor packages. Our Stone Assured service can provide trusted support on everything from your critical infrastructure through to your end user devices from leading, globally recognised brands such as Cisco, NetApp, HP, Dell, Lenovo, Acer and more.

Our flexible approach allows you to mix and match service level agreements across all of your technology - so you can choose the support levels you require across your IT estate and create a bespoke package to match your needs.

Benefits of a Stone Assured Contract:

> Flexible, bespoke support packages tailored to your needs

> Mix-and-match SLAs for your various devices and equipment in your IT infrastructure

> Nationwide SC cleared and vendor certified engineers

> UK regional service centres and dedicated support lines

> Competitive alternative to traditional vendor support packages

> Service Management including Service Delivery Manager, Service Level Monitoring and Reporting

> Genuine vendor approved parts and 95% first-time fix rate

> Trusted support for your equipment from leading global brands

IT Support Nationwide

When requesting a quote from Stone, please send us the following:

> Make & Model of devices

> Location (Town/City)

> SLA

> Serial numbers if known

> Contract length

> Configurations (for Storage Devices)

Refurbished Solutions

Nothing is left to waste at Stone - if we can extend the life of an existing asset and reduce our carbon footprint, we will. Our expert technicians professionally refurbish unwanted devices that are still in a usable condition, which prevents unnecessary disposal and provides a cost-effective solution for those looking to invest in new tech. Our range of refurbished devices brings the very best second user hardware from the world’s leading technology vendors such as Dell, HP, Lenovo, Toshiba and Apple.

PROFESSIONALLY REFURBISHED

As a Microsoft Authorised Refurbisher, we’re able to fully license our computers and supply our machines with a Certificate of Genuine Authenticity.

THOROUGH PROCESS

All end of life hardware goes through a thorough process to ensure it’s prepared for its second life. As a Blancco Gold Partner, we ensure all data from previous ownership is fully wiped and then undergoes rigorous safety and functionality testing.

WARRANTY

And for peace of mind that your second life device is future proofed, all refurbished devices supplied by Stone include a range of warranty and upgrade options.

For all the latest refurbished products available, please visit:

www.stonerefurb.co.uk

Refurbished Laptops

Refurbished Desktop PCs

Refurbished Gaming PCs

Stay up to date with leading edge IT in one single monthly subscription!

IT Scale is Stone’s Tech-as-a-Service (TaaS) offering, providing organisations with a smart way to build a bespoke IT infrastructure that can scale up or down depending on your changing business conditions or operational needs.

It’s an affordable and scalable approach to IT asset management, allowing you to keep your devices or infrastructure services for as long as you like, with the ability to upgrade them as needed or return them at any point if they no longer in use.

Our monthly subscription cost scales as you expand or reduce your device or infrastructure requirements. There are no three-year budget peaks for upgrades, as IT Scale allows organisations to refresh as they need to.

Device as a Service - Model Benefits

Stone has several “as a service” offerings, including Device as a Service, so organisations can keep investing in hardware while mitigating risk. As we continue to face economic uncertainty, transitioning to a service-based model means you can eliminate any initial hardware investments from your IT budgets. Instead, end-user hardware updates are easy to forecast and you

can give your teams the tech they need at a lower, more manageable cost. Removing IT ownership also means that organisations no longer need to worry about lifecycle management and the depreciation of assets. And when upgrades are required, the costs are covered, and you can simply give back the equipment you no longer need. Stone Group is in a unique position to

most other ICT resellers as we have our own onsite, fully accredited IT asset disposal facility, meaning when customers have finished with their devices, we take them back, refurbish them and give them a second life where possible. These refurbished models are then either resold or can be offered to other IT Scale customers with limited IT budgets.

Model Benefits

Flexible all-inclusive device subscription service that allows customers to respond quickly to changing demands of their IT environments.

Highly cost effective service models

Scale up or scale down contract flexibility (need more devices? Add them. Too many? We’ll take them away) after 6 or 12 month minimum period.

Secure disposal, recycling and data destruction included upon the return of the device.

Weekly or Monthly automated utilisation reporting.

“Direct Support” – Device hardware support via phone or email.

Best in class warranty service built in – on site next business day fix with Stone security cleared engineers.

Add-ons: Managed 2 Factor authentication, Managed Cloud Defence through Cisco Umbrella.

Cloud device management included – automated health reporting, analytics and assistance. Ensuring your get the best utilisation and value for money from your investment. Remote management, application deployment functionality and remote erasure included.

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Peripherals & Accessories

You might have the best staff in the world, but they’ll struggle to get the job done without proper peripherals and accessories.

We’re ready to supply your staff with the equipment they need to succeed. And it doesn’t matter if they work in business, education, public sector organisations or in the field, because our peripherals and accessories are ready for every eventuality.

Backpacks and accessory cases from Targus keep IT secure out of the office, portable storage from Western Digital ensures you won’t run out of space, and cameras, speakers and headsets from partners like Yealink, Poly, Owl Labs and Pico deliver crystal-clear communication. Monitor mounts, desks and laptop charging trolleys bring versatility to your classrooms, hospital wards and

offices, and we’ve got the furniture, keyboards and mice for top-flight esports suites in forward-thinking schools.

Don’t leave peripherals and accessories at the edge of your vision for IT in your organisation - work with Stone instead to maximise your tech investment and empower your people.

Scan the code to see the latest Peripherals & Accessories on the Stone website.

THE SAGANO™ ECOSMART® TRAVEL BACKPACK

Whether you’re headed to school, the office, or simply packing up your gear to go to your favourite coffee shop, this collection is consciously designed to protect your essentials while protecting the environment.

WORKS WITH: 16” Laptops & under COLOUR: Black/Grey

CAPACITY: 22 Litres

DIMENSIONS: 33 x 19 x 53 cm

WEIGHT: 0.77 kg

EXTENDING M1/M2 MACBOOK CONNECTIVITY

HyperDrive Dual 4K HDMI 10-in-1 USB-C Hub For M1/M2 MacBooks - Silver

Enjoy transferring photos in a flash, quick charging your device, and extending to 2 HDMI displays, all without having to download cumbersome drivers. And, it’s fully compatible with MacBook Air/Pro (M1/M2 & Intel powered) devices, Windows PC devices as well as Chromebook devices.

Intelligent

TK-150 Keyboard 23984

• Silent keys and spill-resistant design

TKM-250 Keyboard & Mouse Set 23979

• Comfortable working

• Silent keyboard and mouse

Trezo Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set

Made with 85% recycled plastics 24533

• Optimal comfort with integrated wrist rest and soft keystroke

• Silent keys and spill-resistant design

Lyra

Made with 84% recycled plastics 24847

• Connect 3 devices via Bluetooth and USB

• Compact design with built-in rechargeble batter y

• Available as keyboard or as set including mouse

TW-200 Full HD Webcam

Made with 85% recycled plastics 24734

• 1080p Full HD with wide-angle lens

ATLANTA LAPTOP BAG 15.6”

Made from 17 recycled PET bottles 24734

• Convenient, eco-friendly laptop bag

The perfect choice for ever y PC accessor y needed for higher education.

Wireless Keyboard

TKM-350 Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Set 24123

• Comfortable working

• Silent wireless keyboard and mouse

Lyra Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Made with 84% recycled plastics 24847

• Connect 3 devices via Bluetooth and USB

• Compact design with built-in rechargeble batter y

• Available as keyboard or as set including mouse

TM-201 Compact Wireless Mouse Made with 83% recycled plastics 24706

• Compact wireless mouse

• Comfortable shape

HS-200 Headphones 24186

• Compact on-ear headphone USB headset

• Soft ear pads and adjustable headband

TM-101 Wired Mouse 242747

• Easy to operate

• For left- and right- handed users

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HS-250 Headphones 24185

• Compact over-ear headphone USB headset

• Large soft ear pads and adjustable headband

068 Esports

At Stone we recognise the enormous impact of esports. Alongside the British Esports Association and leading partners like Intel, Microsoft, AMD, HP, iiyama, Kingston, Razer and ASUS, we’re striving to help organisations create meaningful

pathways for young people seeking careers in esports and other closelylinked digital industries. To enable these pathways, you need technology that is fast, reliable and built with best-in-class components, and we’re here to help.

Our gaming PC range features the latest in cutting-edge technology in pre-built and custom-built configurations, meaning you can create the perfect PC to help your students succeed and develop skills for the jobs of tomorrow.

Scan the code to see the latest Esports tecnology on the Stone website.

BUILT WITH THE BEST. ENGINEERED FOR ESPORTS.

Our Gaming PC Range

At Stone, our gaming PC offers a full spectrum of enthusiast gaming and high performance machines. Our range provides the perfect mix of aggressive, cutting-edge gaming technology, accompanied by unmatched build quality, reliability and aftersales support.

With a passion for gaming and helping dedicated gamers get the most out of their systems for over 12 years, our goal is to deliver ultimate custom PC experiences, whilst offering unparalleled value-for-money and long-term reliability.

Level up your system.