Loanable Technology
Chromebooks
A Chromebook is a light laptop running Google Chrome OS. You can use a Chromebook to do most things you'd usually do online: browse websites, check your email, watch online videos, and so on. Chromebooks are not designed to use Windows or to have space for your files. The Chromebook does not come with a hotspot, but you may borrow a hotspot at the same time, if one is available.
General Chromebook Information
Chromebook Use Information
General Chromebook Information
- Each Chromebook kit contains a Chromebook, charging cable, and basic instruction sheet.
- Adults ages 18+ with a valid Library card in good standing will be able to check out a Chromebook. Chromebooks may be borrowed for a 3-week period.
- Upon checkout, borrowers will be asked to provide additional ID (driver’s license, state photo ID, etc.) along with their library card and to read and sign the Chromebook Lending and Use Agreement. Once a Chromebook is checked out to a patron, it becomes the responsibility of that patron until it is inspected and checked in by a staff person at the Reference Desk at the Southington Public Library.
- Patrons may renew a Chromebook once if there are no outstanding holds on the medium. Renewal requests much be made directly to the Reference Desk. Chromebooks must be returned for at least 48 hours before being borrowed again by the same patron. These terms are subject to change based on demand.
Chromebook Use Information
- Any changes in condition or content while in the patron’s care will be the patron’s responsibility. The patron is responsible for damage, loss, or theft. Patrons should have a basic working knowledge of the device upon checkout. If any technical problems are encountered, patrons should return the device immediately to the Southington Public Library Reference Desk.
- Borrowers must remove personal information and files from the Chromebook before returning it to the Library. No alterations to the Chromebook are permitted.
- Chromebooks must be returned to a staff person at the Reference Desk. Chromebooks should never be returned in the book drop or to another library. Chromebooks returned in the book drop or to another library will result in a fine. The Chromebook will be examined to ensure it has not been tampered with. If damage to the Chromebook is discovered, these costs will be added to the patron’s account.
- An overdue charge of $1 per day up to the full replacement cost of $200 will be charged for a Chromebook that is not returned after being 28 days late. Damaged devices or parts will be charged at the full replacement cost. Patrons are responsible for the full replacement cost if the Chromebook or any parts are lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise not returned.
| chromebook_lending_and_use_agreement_2024.pdf |
Hotspots
A mobile hotspot is a portable, palm-sized device you can use to connect a mobile-enabled device, such as a laptop, smartphone or tablet, to the Internet. Our 4G LTE hotspots provide no-hassle WiFi wherever there's coverage and allows "on-the-go" convenience at home, work, or wherever your travel.
General Hotspot Information
Hotspot Use Information
General Hotspot Information
- Each Hotspot includes a hotspot and charging cable.
- Adults ages 18+ with a valid Library card in good standing will be able to check out a Hotspot. Hotspots may be borrowed for a 3-week period, with one renewal permitted provided no holds are active on the device.
- Upon checkout, borrowers will be asked to provide additional ID (driver’s license, state photo ID, etc.) along with their library card and to read and sign the Hotspot Lending Use Agreement. Once a Hotspot is checked out to a patron, it becomes the responsibility of that patron until it is handed to a staff person at the Reference Desk at the Southington Public Library.
- Renewal requests must be made directly to the Reference Desk. Hotspots must be returned for at least 48 hours before being borrowed again by the same patron. These terms are subject to change based on demand.
Hotspot Use Information
- Any changes in condition or content while in the patron’s care will be the patron’s responsibility. The patron is responsible for damage, loss, or theft. Patrons should have a basic working knowledge of the device upon checkout. If any technical problems are encountered or assistance is needed, patrons should contact the Southington Public Library Reference Desk.
- Hotspots must be returned to a staff person at the Reference Desk. Hotspots should never be returned in the book drop or to another library. The device will be examined for condition before being checked in. If damage is discovered, these costs will be added to the patron’s account.
- An overdue charge of $1 per day up to the full replacement cost of $100 will be charged for a Hotspot that is not returned after being 28 days late. The wireless hotspot is subject to deactivation and an associated fee if not returned in a timely fashion. Damaged devices or parts will be charged at the full replacement cost. Patrons are responsible for the full replacement cost if the device or any parts are lost, stolen, damaged, or otherwise not returned.
| hotspot_lending_and_use_agreement_2024.pdf |