The library has a limited number of laptop computers available for checkout on a first-come, first-served basis at the Ask Desk on the 2nd floor.
Short-Term Laptops
- Available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Ask Desk (2nd floor).
- Same-day checkout only.
- Must remain inside the library.
Long-Term Laptops
- Request using the form below.
- You’ll receive an email when your laptop is ready for pickup at the Ask Desk (2nd floor).
- Requests are accepted starting the first day of each semester.
- Long-term loans are valid only through the current semester.
- Requests before the start of a semester are not accepted.
Laptop Policies
- Administrator access will not be given to patrons that check out a laptop.
- Laptops are checked out for up to 28 days.
- Laptops must be checked back in on the last day of the semester. If the last day of the semester is less than 28 days away, the check out period will be reduced to end on the last day of the semester.
- All laptops and their charger must be returned to the Ask Desk on the 2nd floor.
- All equipment borrowed will be the borrower’s responsibility until it is returned to the Ask Desk on the 2nd floor. Borrowers are personally responsible for repair costs if the laptop is damaged or replacement costs if the laptop is lost, stolen, or not returned.
Laptop Software
Library laptops come equipped with Microsoft Office, Adobe Reader, Zoom, and standard web browsers for accessing Canvas and other Texas State University resources. No additional software installations are permitted on these devices to ensure security and consistency. Also, note that administrator access will not be given to patrons that check out a laptop.
