Hotspots
Hotspots are now available for checkout at the library!
What is a hotspot?
A portable Wi-Fi (wifi) hotspot is a pocket-sized mobile device. It uses Wi-Fi to help you connect your devices to the internet without having to plug into anything. Examples of devices you could use with a Wi-Fi hotspot are Chromebooks, iPads and other tablets, laptops, and smartphones.
Hotspots do not retain any personal data.
Lending Policy
- Three week loan, with no renewals
- One Mobile Hotspot per library card
- Please return the entire kit at the Check-out desk and not in the book drop.
- If the hotspots are overdue it will be suspended and unusable. If they are not returned 3 weeks past the due date you will be charged for the total amount of $50 until they are returned.
- Replacement cost for each item: Hotspot $30; Hotspot case $15; Charging cables $5
Instructions
- Power on the Hotspot
Tap the power (on/off) button for 2 seconds until the display turns on.
- Wi-Fi name and password are displayed on the included card.
- Connect to the internet
Open your devices ‘settings’ program. Click the Wi-Fi option to view the available networks around you. Select your Hotspot’s Wi-Fi name, and connect.Enter the passcode when prompted.