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Laptop Lending Program
Loan Policies
Use of the Library laptops is governed by the MacRae Library’s
Computer and Internet Acceptable Use Policy as
well as the Policy Governing Access to and Use of NSAC
Academic Computing, the Academic Computing Services
User Policy and A Policy for the Use of the CSU
Information Technology Computer Facilities. To check
whether any laptops are available for borrowing perform
a Title search for “Laptop computer” in
Novanet.
Loan Policies for the Laptops:
• Only NSAC students, faculty or staff may sign out
a laptop. A valid NSAC University ID must be presented when
signing out the equipment.
• To sign out a laptop your library account must be
in good standing, i.e. no outstanding fines $10.00 or over.
• Laptops may be borrowed for two hours and can be
renewed once as long as no other eligible library patron
is waiting to borrow one. Renewals must be done in person
at the Circulation Desk.
• In order to borrow a laptop computer – which
will include a power cord and a carrying case – the
library patron must sign the Laptop Loan Agreement.
• Advance bookings for laptops are not permitted.
• Laptops may not be removed from the Library.
• Hourly fines (5.00 per hour, to a maximum of $50.00)
apply for late returns.
• Laptops do not circulate overnight.
• Laptops must be returned 30 minutes prior to the
closing time of the Circulation Desk.
• Laptops must be returned directly to staff at the
Circulation Desk so that the equipment can be checked.
Any laptop computer not returned before the Circulation
Desk closes will be presumed to be stolen or lost. The following
charges will be applied to a stolen or lost laptop:
1. Any accrued fines.
2. A $2,000.00 replacement fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can borrow a laptop?
All NSAC students, faculty and staff with a valid NSAC
ID card may borrow a laptop from the Circulation Desk in
the Library. You must present your card to sign out a laptop.
You will be asked to read and sign the Laptop Loan Agreement
before borrowing a laptop for the first time. This agreement
must be signed once per academic year.
What is the loan period?
Laptops may be borrowed for a period of 2 hours or until
30 minutes prior to Library closing time, whichever is sooner.
They must remain in the library. Laptops may be renewed
once in person at the Circulation desk if no one is waiting
for one.
Can I book a laptop?
Advance bookings for laptops are not permitted. There
may be times, however, when the laptop has been booked by
Library staff for teaching purposes. You will be notified
of any pre-bookings at the time of checkout.
What software and hardware is available on the laptop?
All laptops have Windows 7 operating systems installed.
Also included are Microsoft Office, and other standard applications
for Windows systems.
Can personal software and documents be saved on the laptop?
It is highly recommended that all documents be saved by
saving on removable media (CD, USB stick).
While you can temporarily save data to the laptop, all saved
data and settings are erased permanently when the laptop
loses power, is restarted or shut down. Data stored on the
desktop or C: drive is automatically erased upon return
of the laptop to the Circulation Desk. The library assumes
no responsibility for the loss of, or damage to, any files
placed on or used on the laptop.
Can I access the Internet with the laptop?
The computers are equipped with wireless network cards.
To connect to the campus wireless network you must login
to the wireless network with your Network ID and password.
Can I print from the laptop?
Not at this time.
What comes with the laptop?
The laptop will come in a carrying case with a power cord.
The Student Services laptop also has headphones. There is
no mouse provided.
Who is responsible for theft or damage to the laptop?
You are! Laptops not returned before the Circulation Desk
closes will be presumed to be stolen or lost. Replacement
charges will be applied and fines of $5.00 per hour will
also be charged.
Where do I return the laptop?
Laptops are to be returned to the Circulation Desk in the
Library. Do not drop the laptops into the return bin or
leave them on the counter. You should be prepared to wait
a few minutes while the staff verifies that all items have
been returned in good condition.
What if I need help?
The expectation is that you will be self-directed in using
the laptops and are familiar with the Windows 7 platform,
Microsoft Office and other software required for your course
work.
• For login issues related to your Network ID and
password, please contact the Help Desk at 893-6308.
• Hardware problems should be reported immediately
to the Circulation Desk.
• For assistance with using library databases or resources,
visit the Information Desk at the Library or call 893-4595.
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