Laptop and Projector Loans

To assist Winnefox member libraries in their public information efforts, Winnefox is making available a laptop computer and projector for WLS-member library directors to use in public programs in their communities or for staff training. It may be used in your library or at other locations.

To reserve the laptop and projector, contact Pete Hodge at 920-236-5273 or email him at hodge(at)winnefox.org.

Guidelines for use:

The laptop and projector are NOT available for loan to the public. This equipment is for use by library staff only.
The laptop will have the following software installed:
- Internet Explorer web browser
- Microsoft Office programs (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
- Pete may be able to install additional software if you need something else; contact Pete for more information. Note: you will not be able to install software yourself.
- If you have a prepared presentation (like PowerPoint) you may email it to Pete and he will load it onto the laptop.
- Winnefox will endeavor to have several "canned" presentations loaded on the laptop. You may not modify these but you are free to make a copy and customize the copy for your own library.
The "package" will contain the following equipment:
- Laptop computer
- Projector
- Extension cord
- Network cable
Although the computer is "network ready" that doesn't mean you can plug it into any computer network that's out there. It's configured for the WALS network. If the other network is Windows NT-based we may be able to configure the laptop so you can have Internet access; contact Pete for more information. If the other network is not Windows NT-based you will not be able to connect to it for Internet access.

To ensure availability, you should reserve the equipment as far in advance as possible.

On receiving the equipment try it out to make sure it works and that you understand how to use it, before using it for your program.