Laptops to loan
Find out how to access our 14-day self-service laptop loan scheme, or get a long-term laptop loan through the Digital Access Scheme.
Self-service 14-day laptop loan
If you need access to a laptop you can borrow one from one of our self-service Lapsafe lockers.
You'll find the lockers at:
- Craiglockhart library
- Jack Kilby Computing Centre (JKCC), Merchiston
- Merchiston library
- Sighthill (LRC2)
- Bainfield Student Accommodation
We know that some students may not be able to reach all lockers to borrow a laptop, so we also provide an easy access option. This allows you to access the laptops located on levels 6 to 10, which are lower but not ground level. If you can't reach a laptop, staff at helpdesks are here to help you. Find out more on the Library Accessibility and Inclusion page.
Availability
The 14-day laptop loan service is available during campus opening hours:
Location | Trimesters 1 and 2 | Trimester 3 |
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JKCC at Merchiston | Available throughout JKCC opening hours | Available throughout JKCC opening hours |
Merchiston Library | Available throughout Merchiston Library opening hours | Available throughout Merchiston Library opening hours |
Craiglockhart Library | Available throughout campus opening hours | Available throughout campus opening hours |
Sighthill LRC | Available throughout campus opening hours | Available throughout campus opening hours |
Bainfield Student Accommodation | Available 24/7 (except between 2am -4am) | Available 24/7 (except between 2am -4am) |
Loan guidance
Before you borrow a laptop you should be aware of the following:
- Insurance is not included. You are responsible for the full costs of repair or replacement, so we recommend that you have adequate insurance or extend your home contents policy if applicable.
- A borrowed laptop must not be taken out of the UK.
- You are only allowed to have one laptop on your account at any time.
- You must return the laptop you have on loan before another is issued to you.
- You must return the laptop to the campus which it was borrowed from.
Check our current laptop availability below
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14-day laptop loan frequently asked questions
How do I borrow a laptop from a self-service machine?
To borrow a laptop from a self-service machine:
- Touch “loan laptop” on cabinet touchscreen.
- Swipe card to authenticate.
- Accept Terms and Conditions.
- Locker light flashes.
- Re-swipe on appropriate column to open locker.
- Take hardware and close door.
- Print receipt (optional).
How do I return a laptop to a self-service machine?
To return a laptop to a self service machine:
- Touch “return laptop” on cabinet touchscreen.
- Swipe card to authenticate.
- Locker light flashes.
- Locker door opens.
- Return hardware and connect power and Ethernet.
- Close door.
- Print receipt (optional).
Get a long-term laptop loan with the Digital Access Scheme
Due to funding from the Scottish Funding Council, we can now provide laptops for long-term loan for eligible students who are struggling to access appropriate IT resources.
Further information including criteria and terms and conditions can be found on the Digital Access Scheme Laptops page.