Gear 2 Geaux

General Information on Gear 2 Geaux

The LSU Student Technology Fee funds the purchase of mobile computing devices available for check-out at the LSU Library Access Services Desk. Any items not returned will be charged to your fee bill. You must be an LSU STUDENT with a student ID to be eligible for Gear 2 Geaux. You can request in person to be put on a waiting list for a laptop. Access Services will contact you via email or text message if one becomes available. If you have trouble logging in to EDUROAM (LSU WiFi) please contact the ITS Help Desk at 225-578-3375. For any other problems, please return the laptop to the Access Services Desk. Laptops are reimaged after they are returned so that none of your personal information can be accessed by the next person who borrows it. 

Computers and Related Items

 Loan PeriodReplacement CostsFinesNotes
ChromebooksSemester$1600 replacement cost plus $30 processing fee$10/hr up to a maximum of $50 
Macbooks and Dell LaptopsSemester$1600 replacement cost plus $30 processing fee$10/hr up to a maximum of $50 
Computer MouseSemester$15 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 
Display Adapters12 Hours$30 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo FineBuilding Use Only; (connects Mini Display Port to VGA)
HDMI CablesSemester$10 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 
MicrophonesSemester$25 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 
Web CamsSemester$60 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 

Other Supplies

Camcorders3 Days$550 replacement cost plus $30 processing fee$10/hr up to a maximum of $50. 
Calculators1 Day$100 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 
Combination Locks14 Days$10 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 
Dry Erase Markers12 Hours$20 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo FineBuilding Use Only
Games7 Days$20 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 
Phone Chargers2 Hours$15 replacement cost plus $15 processing fee$1.50/hr up to $20 maximumBuilding Use Only
Power Strips12 Hours$15 replacement cost plus $5 processing fee$1.50/hr up to $20 maximumBuilding Use Only
Umbrellas7 Days$20 replacement cost plus $15 processing feeNo Fine 

Eligibility

  • Current LSU Students
  • A current, validated LSU Student ID is required for check-out.
  • Circulation is limited to students with current check-out privileges.
  • Students who routinely return electronic items late or who have checked out items and never returned them may lose their electronic checkout privileges.

Circulation Notes

  • Overdue fines are automatically charged to your student record.
  • Items will be declared lost after 24 hours past due time.
  • Library circulation privileges are suspended once items are declared lost.
  • Students who check out electronics are responsible for the FULL REPLACEMENT COST if the checked-out electronic item or any peripherals are lost or stolen. Students are also responsible for the FULL COST of repair parts and services if the electronic item or any peripherals are damaged or need cleaning. A $1.00 fine may be charged for removed or defaced labels.  
  • Damage or lost charges may be applied to your University Fee Bill.
  • Borrowers will be notified about their fines according to standard library notification procedures.

Renewing

  • Technically, electronic devices may not be renewed; they must be brought back to the Access Services Desk and discharged from the student’s account. If enough items are available, the item may be checked back out to the student.
  • In order for a laptop to be checked back out to the same student, the laptop must be returned on time and there must be other laptops available for other students to use..
  • NO laptop or camera can be renewed if other patrons are waiting.

User Responsibilities

  • Library electronics should NOT be left unattended at any time.
  • You are responsible for ALL materials checked out on your ID card.
  • Immediately report any problems, loss, or damage of items to the Access Services Desk (225) 578-2058.
  • Electronics are to be returned ON TIME and INTACT (with all associated pieces, cords, bags, etc.) to the LSU Library Access Services Desk.
  • All laptops and camcorders must be returned 15 minutes before the Access Services Department closes.

Important Note: All bags are subject to search upon entering and leaving the library by LSU Security and/or Library or Computing Services personnel.