UWM LIBRARIES WIRELESS LAPTOP PROGRAM
{Wireless Access} {Fines
and Fees} {Borrowers Agreement}
{Software}
{Laptop User Instructions} {CD Burning} {Survey}
The UWM Libraries are pleased to make 50 wireless laptops available for use by current UWM students with active UWM IDs. Laptops are checked out from the Multimedia Library located on the first floor, East Wing.
WHO CAN BORROW A LAPTOP?
- Laptops are loaned to current UWM students on a first-come, first served basis.
- You must have your valid UWM student ID card when borrowing a laptop. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- One laptop per person.
HOW LONG DOES THE LAPTOP CIRCULATE?
- Loan period is 4 hours.
- Laptops are not renewable
- Additionally there are twenty-five (25) laptops available for extended checkout periods of up to 2-days.
WHEN CAN I CHECKOUT A LAPTOP?
****All 4-hour laptops checked out within four (4) hours of the Multimedia Library's closing must be returned 30 minutes before the Multimedia Library closes.
Fall/Spring Semester |
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Monday - Thursday |
7:30am - 8:00pm |
Friday |
7:30am - 5:00pm |
Saturday |
9:00am - 5:00pm |
Sunday |
noon - 8:00pm |
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Summer Semester |
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Monday -Thursday |
8:00am - 8:00pm |
Friday |
8:00am - 5:00pm |
Saturday |
10:00am - 5:00pm |
Sunday |
1:00pm - 8:00pm |
WHAT ARE THE FINES AND FEES FOR LATE OR DAMAGED LAPTOPS?
Please do not leave laptops unattended. You are solely responsible for the laptop while it is checked out to you, and you will be accountable for any overdue fines, damage, loss, or theft.
- Overdue fines are: $10.00/hour
- You will be billed for reasonable repair or replacement costs up to $1,700.00 if the laptop or components are damaged, lost, or stolen.
- You are also responsible for any violation of the UWM Student Code of conduct and the Library's Use Policy and all other applicable UWM policies.
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I BORROW A LAPTOP?
- Laptops are checked out from the Multimedia Library.
- You must present your valid UWM ID each time you check out a laptop. NO EXCEPTIONS.
- You read and sign the Borrowers Agreement each time you check out a laptop.
- At the end of the loan period, you must bring the laptop back to the Multimedia Library in person.
- Do not leave the laptop on the Multimedia Library desk unless a staff member is present.
You must wait for the Library staff as they fulfill obligations to inventory components, test laptop operation and provide a receipt.
I understand that while this laptop is in my possession, I am responsible for it at all times. I WILL NOT LEAVE THE LAPTOP UNATTENDED . Laptops MUST be returned ONLY to the Multimedia Library.
- I agree to pay the overdue fine of $10.00/hour per part, if I fail to return the laptop or its accessories to the Multimedia Library’s desk on time. Fines accrue every hour regardless of the hours the Multimedia Library or the UWM Libraries are open.
- I will immediately report any loss or damage of the laptop or its accessories to the Multimedia Library. I agree to pay all costs associated with damage to, loss of, or theft of the laptop and its accessories up to the $1700.00 replacement and processing fee) while it is checked out to me.
- I agree that failure to comply with any of these rules and guidelines may result in the loss of the privilege of borrowing a Laptop.
- Library laptops are for research purposes, and I will abide by the Student Code of Conduct, the Computing Policy and Guidelines and all other applicable UWM policies. The laptops may not be used for illegal activities including, but not limited to: disruption of other users/services/equipment, harassment, distribution of unsolicited advertising, propagation of computer viruses, and attempts to make unauthorized entries into other computers.
- I will not tamper with the laptop hardware or software. I will not attempt to load or copy software on to the laptop.
- I agree that the Library is not responsible for any files left on the laptop or for loss of, or damage to, files during the laptop loan period. All files are erased when the laptop powers down. Save data often to prevent data loss.
- All 4-hour laptops checked out within 4-hours of the Multimedia Library’s closing must be returned 30 minutes before the Multimedia Library closes. All 48-hour laptops must be returned 30 minutes before the Multimedia Library closes.
- I will not leave the laptop on the Multimedia Library desk unless a staff member is present. I will wait for Library staff as they fulfill obligations to inventory components, test laptop operations, and provide me with a receipt.
- Borrowers should be proficient in the use of the hardware/software they plan to access. Library staff does not provide assistance in the use of either hardware or software.
WHAT KIND OF LAPTOPS?
Dell Latitude D800 laptop
1.3 Ghz
1 Gb Ram
20 Gb Hard Drive
Sound Card
15" color display
DVD/CD-Rom drive
WHAT SOFTWARE IS AVAILABLE ON THE LAPTOPS?
Windows XP |
Dreamweaver |
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Internet Explorer |
Illustrator |
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Mozilla Firefox |
Windows Media Player |
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Microsoft Office XP/2003 |
Real Player |
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Word |
Quick Time |
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Excel |
McAfee Virus Scan |
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PowerPoint |
Adobe Acrobat Reader |
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Access |
Nero cd writing software |
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Publisher |
Photoshop |
WHAT DO I GET WHEN I BORROW A LAPTOP?
- Wireless laptop with a wireless network card and battery
- Carrying case
- AC power supply
- Surge Suppressor
- A copy of the Laptop User Instructions.
- Headphones are also available from the Multimedia Library or the Reserve Desk.
SAVING YOUR WORK?
Printing is not available from the laptop.
You will need to save your work to a CD-R/RW or USB memory stick (provided by you) or to your network space.
WHERE IS THERE WIRELESS ACCESS?
Wireless access is provided in most public areas throughout the library building.
Check the PROWLnet website for campus wireless locations. http://www.uwm.edu/IMT/Prowlnet
WHAT IF I NEED HELP?
It is assumed that you are familiar with the software you will be using. Any questions about using software can be directed to the I&MT Help Desk at 229-4040 or help@uwm.edu.
- Hardware/Software problems should be directed to the Multimedia Library. (414) 229-4673 libmedia@uwm.edu
Help with the use of Online library databases and catalog is available from the Reference staff in the
Research and Instructional Support Area, 1st floor, West Wing. (414) 229-4659. - Wireless Network (PROWLnet) help is available from I&MT help desk (414) 229-4040
http://www.uwm.edu/IMT/Prowlnet/ - Users taking computers outside the campus network are responsible for setting up any wireless connection they want to use
HOW IT WORKS
- Each laptop has a wireless card that sends and receives information via the network.
- The laptop battery should last about 2 - 4 hours. Some activities will deplete the battery more quickly. When the battery is running low, a warning message will appear. Save Your Work Often!
- A touch pad, located below the keyboard, is used instead of a mouse. Lightly move your finger to control the cursor. The keys below the touch pad function as the right and left mouse buttons.
GETTING STARTED
- Place the laptop on a flat surface with the DELL label facing up.
- To open the cover, press the latch, located on the front surface and lift up the cover.
- The ON switch is located above the keyboard. Turn on the laptop by pressing the ON button. It will take the laptop a minute to boot up.
- When you access the Internet, you will need to login to PROWLnet using your ePanther Username and password.
TIP: The laptop will go into a power saving mode and appear to be turned off when you close the lid.
To reactivate touch the mouse pad.
BATTERY AND AC POWER
You may choose to use the AC power adaptor or work on battery power alone.
Using the AC adaptor
- You MUST connect the laptop to the surge suppressor and then into a power source.
- You can connect the AC power adaptor with the laptop turned either on or off.
- The power input is located at the rear of the laptop next to the two ports on the right side if you are facing the rear of the laptop.
- The AC power adaptor will charge the battery and power the laptop.
Using the Battery
- The battery should last approximately 2-4 hours. Actual performance time will depend on the applications used.
- The amount of charge left on a battery can be checked by holding the cursor over the battery status indicator (looks like a battery) located on the bottom right hand of the tool bar. A box should pop up showing the % of battery life left. If the box doesn't pop up, double-click on the icon
SAVING YOUR WORK
Save your work often! The battery should last for from 2-4 hours, but some hard drive intensive activities will deplete the battery more quickly.
- Printing is not available from the laptop. You will need to save your work to a CD-R/RW or USB memory stick (provided by you) or to your network space.
- Please use CD-R/RWs, USB memory sticks or network storage (e-mail, FTP, etc.) to save your documents. DO NOT turn off the laptop until you have saved your work. All files are erased when the laptop is restarted.
- CD-R/RW disks and USB memory sticks can be purchased from the UWM Bookstore.
- USB memory sticks will automatically show up as a removable drive in My Computer, when inserted into a USB slot.
- NERO Burning Rom CD writing software is installed on all laptops. Double-click on the "Nero Burning Rom" shortcut on the desktop to run the program. A CD writing wizard will appear to assist in burning a CD.
- Library staff does not provide assistance in the use of either hardware or software.
REMINDER - Never leave your laptop unattended.
SHUTTING DOWN THE COMPUTER
***Do Not Turn Off the Laptop until you have saved your work. All files are erased when the laptop powers down***
Please do not turn off the computer by pressing the ON button. Please do the following to shut down the computer properly:
- Click on start in the lower left corner of the screen.
- Click on Turn Off Computer.
- Click on Turn Off. The laptop will automatically turn off.