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Equipment can be checked out at each of the MU Libraries Circulation Desks. Certain equipment is only available for use within the library.

For a detailed listing of equipment availability at specific libraries including information on what can be taken out of the library and what cannot leave the library see Multimedia Equipment for Checkout and Library Use.

To renew checked out equipment login to MERLIN.

Laptops

Laptops are available for checkout in Ellis, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Journalism libraries. (Only the Journalism laptops may be taken outside of the library)

Tablets

Apple iPads can be checked out at Ellis, Engineering, Health Sciences, and Journalism libraries. They are available on a first come, first serve basis.

Loan period varies from 1-2 weeks
1st and 2nd Generation available
More details about checking out iPads

Dell (Windows 7) and Apple (Mac OS X) laptop computers are available for 2 & 3 hour checkout at several library reserve desks. Laptops are checked out with charging cables, mice are also available upon request. Additional information on specific software availability is available at the Division of IT Computing Sites Software website.

Availability

12 Laptops available at Ellis Library
10 Dell Laptops available at the Engineering Library (3 hr) more
20 MacBook Pros available at Journalism (3 hr) [can be taken out of library]

Windows Software

Adobe CS6 Design and Web Premium, Adobe Reader, EndNote X6, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint Visio), AutoCAD, MiniTab, MyITlab, PuTTy, SecureCRT, SecureFX
Browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer
Multimedia: iTunes, Windows Media Player, VLC, QuickTime Player

Macintosh Software

Adobe CS6 Design and Web Premium, Adobe Reader, iLife 11 Suite, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), XCode, CyberDuck, TextMate, TextWrangler, Stuffit Expander
Browsers: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari
Multimedia: iTunes, QuickTime X, Audacity

Laptop Checkout Policies

Location	Laptops can only be used in the Library, with the exception of the Journalism Library Computers
Eligibility	Current MU faculty, staff and students with valid ID.
Loan Period	2 and 3 hours, on a first come, first served basis.
Renewals	Laptops may be renewed at the circulation desk if other laptops are available.
Overdue Fines	$2 per hour
Charges	Borrower is responsible for replacement cost of the computer or cost of repair due to loss or damage.
Printing	Print outs can be picked up at Printer 1.
Help	Please see the staff at the circulation desk.

iPads can be located at library Circulation/Reserve Desks. Overdue fines will accrue at ten dollars ($10) a day for every day the item is late. After an additional week, you will be charged the replacement cost of the iPad ($600).

Who can check out iPads?

Students, faculty, and staff of MU. MU ID cards are required for checkout. The iPad 2's are limited to student checkout as they were purchased with the Student Capital Improvement Fund.

Where do I go to check out an iPad?

iPads are available for check out at the Circulation/Reserve Desks in the following libraries: Ellis, Engineering, Health Sciences and Journalism.

How long can I keep an iPad?

Loan periods vary:

4 Ellis (1 week) (iPad 3)/li>
1 Engineering (1 week) (iPad 3)
Health Sciences (2 weeks)
Journalism (2 weeks)

All the iPads are checked out; how can I get one?

Due to low quantities purchased, we cannot guarantee an iPad will be available when you come by. All equipment is checked out on a "first come, first serve" basis.

Can I download new apps to the iPad?

You are welcome to create your own iTunes account and add as many apps as you like.

What about my personal data on the iPad? (Passwords, email, etc.)

The safest bet is to remove any personal information from the device before you return it to the Reserve Desk. However, each iPad will be restored to a default load upon each check in, deleting all data and apps from the previous user. The MU Libraries are not responsible for anything you put or leave on our equipment.