Our Hotspot Lending program is funded through the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF), a federal program intended for Library customers who do not have sufficient Internet access outside of the Library.

You can borrow a T-Mobile wireless hotspot with unlimited data at any of our 19 ASCPL libraries. The customer is responsible for costs associated with loss or damage to the hotspot and/or peripherals:

  • Hotspot unit: $30
  • Power Adaptor: $10
  • Case: $25
  • Total Replacement Cost: $65

Lending Agreement Form

Hotspot Lending Borrower’s Agreement Form

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Reserve a Hotspot from our catalog today.

Laptop & Hotspot Bundle

In addition to the hotspots, ASCPL will also lend Windows 10 laptop and hotspot bundles, which have a two-week loan period. The laptops will be pre-loaded with Microsoft Office, Library apps, and other productivity software.

You can borrow a Windows 10 laptop and hotspot bundle at any of our 19 ASCPL libraries. The customer is responsible for costs associated with loss or damage to the Laptop and/or peripherals:

  • Laptop: $350
  • Charger: $50
  • Case: $35
  • Total Replacement Cost: $435

You must also bring in a current, unexpired photo ID, or allow staff to verify your current phone number. This will ensure that staff can reach the customer in cases of overdue laptops or missing pieces.


Additional Laptop Lending Information

  • The user must not use the laptop to engage in illegal activity or to violate the Library’s Internet Use Policy.
  • The user is liable for all activity on the laptop.
  • The laptop will be wiped when it is overdue or immediately after it is returned to the Library.
  • Laptop User's Guide
  • Laptop Software Inventory
  • Laptop User's Manual

Lending Agreement Form

Laptop Lending Borrower’s Agreement Form

Reserve

Reserve a Laptop & Hotspot Bundle from our catalog today.


ITEM LIMITS, LOAN PERIODS, AND FINES

 HotSpotsLaptops
Loan Period 2 weeks 2 weeks
Fine 50¢/day 50¢/day
Age Restriction Adult only Adult only
Holds yes yes
Renewable no no
Return in Book Drop no no
Return at Drive up window no no
Cleaning Fee no no
Limit per Card 1 1
Liability Statement yes yes

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