Digital Equipment for Loan

Notebook Computers / Tablets
  • Eligibility: PolyU staff and students enrolled on programmes leading to PolyU awards ​
  • Location: Self-service kiosk (4/F, i-Space)
  • Loan period: Up to 5 hours or before the Library closes, whichever is earlier
  • Overdue charge: $10 per hour
  • Note: Library use only

360º Camera / Handheld 3D Scanner
  • Eligibility: PolyU staff and students enrolled on programmes leading to PolyU awards ​
  • Location: Self-service kiosk (4/F, i-Space)
  • Loan period: 2 days
  • Overdue charge: $10 per day
  • Note: Can be used outside the Library
     

Internet of Things (IoT) Devices

Raspberry Pi 5
Arduino Uno R3
 Arduino Uno R4 Minima
M5GO (ESP32) : IoT Starter Kit
 Multimeter
 Soldering Iron
  • Eligibility: PolyU staff and students enrolled on programmes leading to PolyU awards
  • Location: Self-service Kiosk, i-Space, 4/F North Wing
  • Loan period: 2 days
  • Overdue charge: $10 per day
  • Can be used outside the Library

AV and Computer Accessories

4K Webcam
 Air Mouse Presenter
 Chinese Writing Pad
 Drawing Pen
Drawing Pen & Tablet
 HDMI Cable
and USB-C Hub / Card Reader
 Headphone
 Laptop Stand
USB Cable
 USB Charger
 USB DVD-RW Drive
 USB Floppy Drive
Video Conference Camera
 Wireless Presenter
    
  • Eligibility: PolyU/CPCE staff and students
  • Location: Self-service kiosk (3/F, North Wing)
  • Loan period: 1 day
  • Overdue charge: $10 per day
  • Note: Library use only

Motion Capture Suit Key
  • Eligibility: PolyU/CPCE staff and students
  • Location: Self-service kiosk (3/F, North Wing)
  • Loan period: 1 day
  • Overdue charge: $10 per day
  • Note: Library use only

Loan rules:

  • Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • No advance booking, renewals or overnight loan for equipment of 1-day loan.
  • Users must inspect the equipment to ensure that the equipment is in good working order before and after use.
  • Any problems with the hardware or software should be reported immediately to library staff.
  • All items must be returned to the borrow location before the library closes.
    • They should allow 10 minutes for the procedure.
    • User should counter-check with the photo on the bag to ensure all items are included.
    • Never return the equipment and the accessories to the self-check stations in the Library or the 24x7 automated book return station.

Points to Note

Data Erasing: Always save your files to your own devices or cloud storage services. All data will be erased once the equipment is restarted or turned off.

Security: Never leave the equipment or its accessories unattended or remove it from the Library building. Do not modify the hardware or software of the equipment, or install any software or apps in the equipment.

Liability: Borrowers assume full financial responsibility for the cost of repair or replacement of any lost, stolen or damaged equipment and its peripherals.

How to use the Self-service Kiosk:

For instruction, please see this video.

Help:

  • Technical Support Desk, i-Space, 4/F North Wing (Tel: 2766-6909)