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Laptop Kiosks

Laptop Share is Temple University’s self-service laptop loan program that allows students to borrow laptops through automated kiosks located across campus. Students may check out a laptop from one kiosk and return it to any other participating location.

For full details on all Laptop Share policies, locations, and borrower responsibilities, please visit Laptop Share.

Locations

BuildingFloorLocation
Alter HallFirst FloorLiacouras Walk Entrance
Ambler Learning CenterFirst FloorInformation Commons
Charles Library First Floor Near the East Side Entrance
Charles LibraryFirst Floor24/7 Area Near the Event Space
Charles LibraryThird FloorEast side in the periodicals reading area
Charles LibraryThird FloorLoretta C. Duckworth Scholars Studio
Charles LibraryFourth FloorWest side, at the top of the stairs
Charles LibraryFourth FloorNorth End, by the open study area
Engineering BuildingGround FloorAcross from the elevators, by the stairs
Paley HallFirst Floor

Beyond classroom 130A, east side of the building

Paley HallMezzanine

Near the student gathering area, beyond the stairs

Pearson HallSecond FloorSecond floor lounge/landing area, beneath the stairs
Ritter AnnexFirst FloorRitter Annex Cafe
TECH CenterSecond FloorFront lounge
Temple Center City4th Floor labNear the consultant desk
Tuttleman Learning CenterFirst FloorNext to the stairs

Borrowing Guidelines

  • Loan period: Up to 4 hours

  • Cost: No charge

  • Limit: One laptop per student at a time

  • Returns: Laptops can be returned to any kiosk on campus. Ensure the laptop is fully inserted and wait for the return confirmation on the screen.

  • Late fee: $10 per hour, up to 24 hours. After 24 hours, the full replacement cost of the laptop will be charged to the borrower.

Usage Instructions

  • Laptops must be connected to Temple's wireless network to log in. Off-campus and guest networks will not allow login access.

  • All personal data and activity are automatically erased upon restart or shutdown. Save your work to cloud storage (OneDrive, Google Drive) or a USB drive.

  • You must accept the Borrower's Agreement during checkout.

  • You are financially responsible for any damage, loss, or failure to return the laptop.

Troubleshooting and Returns

  • If the laptop is not working:

    • Return it within 15 minutes and report the issue using the on-screen prompt.

    • If available, borrow another laptop from the kiosk.

  • If the kiosk is not functioning:

    • Visit another available kiosk location on campus to return the device.

    • For urgent assistance, contact the Help Desk.

Support

To report an issue or obtain help with using the kiosk or laptop, please visit:

  • Charles Library One Stop Assistance Desk
  • TECH Center Consultant Desk

Technology Support Center
You can also contact the Technology Support Center:
Phone: 215-204-8000
Web: tuhelp.temple.edu
Email: help@temple.edu

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