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Laptop Checkout Users' Guide- Norlin Library and Lester Math Physics Library 

     
 


Students in the Norlin Library and the Lester Math Physics Library can check out laptop computers for use while in the library. These computers are connected to the campus network using a wireless network connection. Wireless coverage areas are shown in blue on the wireless coverage maps. These computers must be used within these areas to ensure a network connection if network based applications, such as e-mail, web browsing, or printing are needed. If these services are not needed, the laptops can be used anywhere in the library facility for Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Printing

Norlin Library
These laptops are configured to print to LIBR M350 Print Release Station, in Norlin M350 (one level above Norlin Media Library). This location is marked on the maps in this guide.

Lester Math Physics Library
Information Coming Soon!

Usage and Care Guidelines

Below is a list of guidelines for proper use and care of these laptops. Please read these instructions, as they provide important information about issues that are specific to wireless laptop computing, and about the terms of use of these computers.

  • The laptop computers may not be taken from the Norlin Library. Removal from the library will be considered theft of University property.
     
  • Do not leave the laptop unattended. You are personally financially responsible for the computer from the time it is scanned at checkout to the time it is scanned when checked in. Replacement cost for each laptop is $2000.00.
     
  • Report any damage or malfunctions to the Media Library circulation desk immediately. Any damage not reported at checkout time will be assessed to you and billed accordingly.
     
  • Save your work often when working with the laptops. Instructions on uploading files to a file server for later retrieval are available on the desktop of each computer.
     
  • The checkout period for these laptops is 3 hours, or the depletion of the battery, whichever comes first. Battery life is affected by screen brightness, disk usage, and the application being used. Watch for warnings that the battery is running low and save your work often.
     
  • These laptops must be turned in before the Media Library closes. The laptops will automatically shut down 30 minutes before closing time. You will be alerted of shutdown 15 minutes before it happens, so please save, print, or upload your work at that time and turn in the laptop.

Laptop Problems

If you have a problem with one of these laptops, please report it to the Media Library circulation desk, and/or visit the following web site and follow the link to Report a Workstation or Lab problem.

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