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Information Center - Laptops and LCD Projectors

Checkout Information

This service allows students to check out laptop computers from the Information Center, located on the first floor of the Student Center.

All computers are Dell Latitudes, Model D810, running Microsoft Windows XP. Laptops come equipped with Office XP and wireless or ethernet Internet capability. You must supply your own ethernet cable, if you intend to plug in to a wired network.

All LCD projectors are NEC Model LT35. LCD projectors cannot leave the Student Center.

Students can check out equipment for two hour periods at no cost. To set up a checkout account students must be enrolled full time during the current semester. Laptops and LCD projectors will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis and reservations will not be taken. Students must keep borrowed equipment inside the Student Center for the duration of their checkout time.

Students will be considered liable for all damaged and stolen computers during the time computer is in their possession. Any charges for repairs or replacement will be placed on the student's Bursar account. Late charges may be paid at the Information Center. Non-payment will result in revocation of laptop checkout privileges. If you have any questions, please call 618.536.INFO (4636).

Rules and Regulations - Borrower Responsibilities

  • Prior to initial check out of equipment, you must:
    • Complete a Registration and Liability Form in which you acknowledge responsibility for the equipment checked out under your name.
    • Provide a valid SIU ID card and second picture ID, preferably a driver's license or state ID, at time of registration.
  • For all check outs after registration:
    • Whenever equipment is checked out, you must provide your SIU ID card to be held until the laptop computer is returned.
    • Complete and sign a Loan Agreement the first time you register to borrow equipment.
  • You are financially responsible for:
    • Full replacement cost of the LCD projector, laptop computer and/or peripherals checked out to you, if lost or stolen during the checkout period.
    • Full repair cost charged if the LCD projector or laptop computer is damaged, including spills from food or drink.
    • All late fees assessed for not returning the laptop within the 2-hour limit.
    • Damage or replacement charges will be applied directly to your Bursar account, if they are not reconciled with the Information Center within 30 days.
  • Never leave the equipment unattended for any reason!
  • Never let someone else use the equipment or borrow it!
  • All files should be stored on removable storage (CDR or USB flash drive) prior to the return of the laptop computer to the Information Center. Neither Southern Illinois University nor the Student Center assumes any responsibility for files stored on the hard disk or the recovery of files accidentally left on the hard disk after the computer has been returned. Please do not store files on the laptop; all user files will be removed automatically prior to each loan period!
  • LCD projectors are for use in the Student Center only and MUST NOT leave the building. Laptops may leave the Student Center.
  • Southern Illinois University and/or the Student Center are NOT responsible for any computer viruses that may be transferred to, or from, a user's disk or network account.
  • Personal software may not be loaded onto the laptop at any time.
  • Violation of above policies will be grounds for forfeiture of checkout privileges, fines and possible legal action.