Laptops
The Main Library has 18 laptops available for checkout from the circulation desk on a first come, first served basis. The laptops have wireless access to the campus network and may be used throughout the main level of Mudd and in the southeast corners of the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th levels.
Laptops are also available for loan from the Art, Conservatory and Science libraries.
Models
- 5 iBook G4s
- 4 Windows HPs
- 20 macbooks
Software
Library laptops have the operating system configured for the Oberlin environment. The following software applications are installed for your use:
- Firefox and or Internet Explorer
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
Policies
Borrowers
- Laptops may be checked out by Oberlin students, faculty, and staff with a valid ID card.
Time Limits & Availability
- Laptops and power cords may be checked out from the circulation desk from opening until ½ hour before the library closes.
- iBook G4s and Windows HPs machines may be checked out for 4 hours and, beginning at 10 p.m., may circulate overnight. They are due at 11 a.m. the next day.
- Macbooks are only for use in the Mudd Center and may not be taken out of the building. They may be checked out for 4 hours or until 20 minutes before closing, whichever comes first.
- Laptops will be available on a first come, first served basis. They may not be reserved ahead of time.
- Library staff may deny renewals for laptops if they are in high demand.
Fines & Liability
Borrowers are expected to return laptops in good working order and on time. Please report any problems you have with the computer immediately to the circulation staff. We urge you to check before you leave the desk area to confirm that the computer is working. We will bill you for repair charges if the item is returned damaged.
- Overdue fines are $5 per hour for each item checked out.
- We fine $20 for unauthorized overnight use.
- Borrowers will be billed $1500 immediately for the replacement cost
of a lost or stolen laptop computer.
Other Resources
CIT Help Desk: x58197 or email: cit@oberlin.edu- Technology Services Center: Mudd 109B
- RCCs: Residental Computer Consultants: including hardware recommendations for connecting your student computers to the campus network
- Laptop loans for faculty and staff
- Access to LOCKER