Robert E. Kennedy Library
Laptop, Kindle, and AV Check Out
The Good Stuff
- Equipment is available at the PolyConnect Service Desk (Library, first floor)
- Laptops and headphones can be checked out for three hours.
- Kindles can be checked out for seven days.
- All other AV items can be checked out for three days and can be renewed online for another two days. iPads cannot be renewed online.
- There is no charge for checkouts.
- You do not need permission from your instructor (or anyone else!)
The Serious Stuff
- You are financially responsible for damaged or lost items and parts. Normal wear and tear is okay.
- A hold can be placed on your academic record and registration if replacement fees are not paid.
- Don't be late! There is a late fee of $10 per day for AV items, and $5 per hour for laptops ($10 in fines will suspend your library privileges until paid.) All cables and accessories must be returned to avoid late charges.
- You must have a PolyCard to check out equipment.
- Please check the Laptop Software page to see a list of all the software installed on each laptop.
- Checkout for 3-hour items ends approximately 3 ½ hours prior to the closing of the PolyConnect desk. Because closing times vary during the quarter, please call 805-756-6546 to verify today's hours.
Enjoy and please treat our equipment with the respect it deserves so that it continues to function well for the next student to use it. Also, please give us your feedback — we like that!
| Equipment Type | Checkout Time | Renewals | Late Fee | Replacement Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assistive Keyboard | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $75 |
| Assistive Mouse | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $75 |
| Assistive PC Laptop | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $1,800 |
| Audio Recorder | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $100 |
| Calculator - Graphing | 3 hours | None | $1 per hour | $120 |
| Calculator - Scientific | 3 hours | None | $1 per hour | $20 |
| Computer Mouse | 3 hours | None | $1 per hour | $20 |
| Desk Lamp | 3 hours | None | $1 per hour | $20 |
| Headphones | 3 hours | None | $1 per hour | $100 |
| Headsets | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $75 |
| iPad | 3 days | None | $10 per day | $830 |
| Kindle | 7 days | Two 7-day renewals | $10 per day | $210 |
| Laptop | 3 hours | None | $5 per hour | $1,800 |
| Projector | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $1,500 |
| Scanner (Flatbed) | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $90 |
| Screen | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $300 |
| Still Camera | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $340 |
| Tripod | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $100 |
| Video Camera | 3 days | One 2-day renewal | $10 per day | $340 |
» To reserve a laptop preloaded with special assistive software, please call the PolyConnect Service Desk at (805) 756-6546.
Renewals
As with anything you check out from Kennedy Library, you can manage your account and renew materials online from PolyCat. You'll need your PolyCard number to log in.