Laptop Lending Program

Laptops may be checked out on a four hour loan by current CSUSB students with a valid Coyote OneCard (University ID). Prior to borrowing a laptop for the first time the borrower must sign a form accepting their responsibility for the laptop and the fees associated with not returning it, or returning it late or damaged. Laptops will circulate with a Kensington lock and charger, and may leave the library building. Laptops MUST be returned in person at the Check-Out (Circulation) Desk.

Loan Period / Renewals: Laptops may be borrowed for a four hour period. The loan may be renewed only one time for an additional four hour period. To renew the loan, bring the laptop to the Check-Out Desk, or renew online via My Library Account. If you owe more than $25.00 in library fines, you must renew in person at the Check-Out Desk.

Overdue fee: $10/hour; maximum of $480. After 48 hours, it is considered lost and the replacement fee will be charged.

Grace period: There will be a 30-minute grace period during which the laptop may be returned without penalty before late fees begin to accrue.

    Lost or damaged replacement fees:
  • up to $1,300 for laptops
  • $40 for Kensington locks
  • $80 for power chargers
  • $15 for laptop case

Available for loan:

40 MacBook Pros capable of running Mac OS X or Windows 7

Mac OS X Windows 7
  • Microsoft Office
  • Safari, Firefox, Chrome
  • iMovie
  • GarageBand
  • Zotero
  • Wireless printing
  • Microsoft Office
  • Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome
  • SPSS
  • Wireless printing

FAQ

Can I take the laptop to class?
Yes. Laptops may leave the library building. The person who checks out the laptop is responsible should it be lost, damaged, or stolen.
Can I keep a laptop overnight?
No. The laptop and accessories must be returned before the library closes at the end of the day, regardless of the amount of time left on the loan.
Where will my print job go?
Within the library, print jobs are sent to “Printer 3” which is located on the north side of the reference desk, on the first floor.
Can I place a hold, or reserve a laptop?
No.
Can I save documents on the laptop?
Not exactly. Any files saved on the laptop will disappear when the laptop is restarted or turned-on. Be certain to save your files to a USB drive, or upload them to a web service (such as Google Docs).