About the Program

The University Library Technology Lending Program supports equitable access to technology and internet resources by providing students with devices such as laptops, calculators, chargers, headphones, adapters, and more.

Devices are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations are not permitted.

For a full list of available devices and more information on program policies, please visit the Technology Lending LibGuide.

For questions, contact the University Library at libcirc@cpp.edu or call (909) 869-3075.

Borrowing Devices

• Be enrolled in the current semester at Cal Poly Pomona University.
• Provide a Bronco One Card or a valid government-issued photo ID card.
• Complete a Technology Loaner Agreement form (This is not a reservation form and does not guarantee a device).
• Have no outstanding fines greater than $5.00.

All devices must be checked out at the Circulation Desk (2nd Floor, University Library). A loan receipt will be sent to your university email at checkout.

Returning Devices

• Devices are non-renewable.
• Do not return devices in the outside book drop or automated self-check machines. 
• Borrowers are responsible for all equipment and accessories. 
• Fines and fees apply for lost, damaged, and overdue items. Please visit the Fines & Fees for more information.

Checking Device Availability

1. Go to the University Library home page.
2. Enter "CPP Tech Lending" into the OneSearch search bar and click "Go!".
3. Filter the results by "Resource Type" and select the "Three Dimensional Objects".
4. Select the device type.
5. Device availability will be viewable in "Location Items".

Semester-Long Loans

A limited number of laptops and hotspots are available for semester-long loans. Priority is given to students with the greatest need.

To apply:

• Complete the Care Center Technology Loaner Request form
• Submit a new form at the beginning of each semester

Lending & Usage Policies

Technology Lending devices are university-owned and may have limited functionality compared to personal devices. Devices must be connected to eduroam for access to Wi-Fi at the IT Help Desk on the 2nd Floor of the University Library at the time of checkout.

• Printing has been disabled on Tech Lending devices due to campus security.
• Anything saved on the hard drive or desktop will be lost when the device is returned. Make sure to save your data to a flash drive, cloud, or email data to yourself.

Access to Tech Lending is a privilege that will be revoked if the service is misused. Any misuse of borrowed Technology items for illegal purposes, unauthorized copying of copyright-protected material in any format, or transmission of threatening, harassing, defamatory, or obscene materials is strictly prohibited.

Need More Tech Access?

• Campus-wide Wi-Fi is available (visit the IT Help Desk the 2nd Floor of the University Library for assistance)
• Computers, iMacs, and printing are available on the 2nd–6th floors of the University Library
• 24/7 Computer Lab (Building 15, 1800A & 1800B) 
• Student Laptop Program: Payment plans and extended warranties available through Bronco Bookstore.