Tech Devices

Tech devices are available at the Adult Service Desk on a walk-in basis. Technology equipment checkouts must be completed no later than 15 minutes before closing time. All borrowers must present their CT library card, photo ID, and sign the Technology Loan Agreement, agreeing to abide by the library's Public Computer and Wireless Internet Access Policy and lending requirements, prior to borrowing any technology equipment.

Sorry, tech devices cannot be reserved through the library's catalog. However, North Haven residents may call the library to check availability and request that a tech device be held for a 2-hour period.

Adults, 18+ that have a registered library card in good standing (unexpired and less than $25 in total fines). If you are not a North Haven resident, you must get a library card from your hometown and be registered within the LION library system to borrow a device. Children ages 14+ may borrow tech devices if their parent/guardian signs the Guardian Technology Permission Form, accepting full financial responsibility for any loss or damage to equipment borrowed by the juvenile.

Yes, there is a limit of one device per person, per loan period.

You can borrow a tech device for 3 weeks. Renewals are not available. Overdue equipment will be deactivated within 24 hours beyond their due date. After 3 days being overdue, items will be considered lost and will be billed.

Tech devices non-renewable at this time. Upon returning tech devices, you must wait 24 hours before you are allowed to borrow a device again.

Borrowing and using the device is free! However, charges will apply for overdue and/or lost/damaged items.

If a Chromebook or iPad is lost, please contact us immediately. Though the library is late fine free for most items, that does not apply to tech devices. There is a $5 per day late fee applied to overdue technology equipment. If you lose a tech device, you are responsible for the full replacement cost. The replacement cost for all tech devices are listed on the Technology Loan Agreement, which you must read and sign before borrowing any tech devices.

Please report the incident to the library. Deliberate altering of any files or modifying the configuration of library-owned equipment is strictly prohibited. Technology equipment must be kept in a temperature-controlled environment (not left in vehicles or in extreme temperatures). You are responsible for the replacement cost of technology items borrowed that are not returned in good working condition. The replacement fees for lost items are listed on the Technology Loan Agreement, which you must read and sign before borrowing any technology equipment.

All Chromebooks come with a quick start guide in their carrying cases. Guides for iPads are available upon request. If you still need help using any of the tech devices, please contact us during open hours up to 30 minutes before closing.

The North Haven Memorial Library does not have access to or collect specific usage data, and does not provide patron information to the service provider.

Yes. In order to receive federal funding, the library must comply with guidelines in the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) [Pub. L. No. 106-554 and 47 USC 254(h)], and filters its computers and access to the internet through its network and devices. Certain websites you might try to access may automatically be blocked from use. Please be advised that even though the library filters access to obscene visual depictions, pornography, and/or other material harmful to minors, it is the responsibility of the parent to monitor their children in their internet usage when utilizing these devices. The library is not responsible for information accessed using this device or for personal information that is shared over the internet. The library is not responsible for any liability, damages, or expenses resulting from the use or misuse of tech devices, its connection to other electronic devices, or data loss resulting from its use.