SMFPL offers laptops and accessories for use inside the library. To borrow a laptop, please visit the Information Desk.
Before checking out a laptop, please review the following guidelines:
- In-Library Use Only: Laptops may not be taken outside the library.
- Eligibility: Borrowers must be 18 or older, have a current SMFPL library card in good standing, and must sign a Laptop Borrower’s Agreement.
- Guest Access (for people who don't have library cards): Guest passes will not be issued for laptop use, except for library-sponsored programs. Laptop users must sign up for their own library card.
- Loan Period: Laptops may be used for up to two hours per session.
- Availability: Laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Availability may be limited during library programs.
- Supervision: Do not leave the laptop unattended. If you need to step away briefly, return the laptop and accessories to the Information Desk.
- Returns: All laptops and accessories must be returned:
- In the same condition as issued.
- To the Information Desk 15-minutes before closing time on the same day they are checked out.
- Responsibility: If a laptop or accessory is damaged, lost, or not returned on time, you will be responsible for replacement costs and processing fees, up to $620.00.
- Saving Work: Save all files to a USB drive or cloud storage. All data is erased after each session.
- Internet Use: Use of library laptops is subject to SMFPL’s Internet Access Policy.