Electronic Devices

A variety of devices are available for checkout at MCPL locations, including e-readers, laptops, tablets and more. For information about our computer lab, visit our Computers webpage; for other equipment available at the library, visit our Services website.

Mobile Wi-Fi Hotspots

• Kajeet SmartSpot Wi-Fi hotspot routers
• Qualified individuals without reliable internet access at home may check out a device that uses cellular signals to provide Wi-Fi internet access.
• 14-day checkout
• May be requested for inside pickup at any MCPL location
• Contact any MCPL location to check availability or place a hotspot on hold.

E-Readers

• Kindle Fire tablets
• Read preloaded e-books, use pre-installed apps, browse the internet, etc.
• E-Reader Checkout Policy and Patron Agreement
• 14-day checkout
• May be requested for inside pickup at any MCPL location
• Check e-reader availability and place requests

Tablets

• Apple iPads; Android tablets
• Use pre-installed apps, browse the internet, etc.
• Laptop/Tablet Checkout Policy and Patron Agreement
• Two-hour checkout (in-house only)
• Available at all MCPL locations

Laptops

• Windows 10 laptops
• Use pre-installed productivity software, browse the internet, etc.
• Laptop/Tablet Checkout Policy & Patron Agreement
• Two-hour checkout (in-house only)
• Available at all MCPL locations

Playaway / Bookpack / Wonderbook / Launchpad

• “Playaways” are small portable media devices that play preloaded audiobooks.
  • A “Bookpack” is a container that includes a print version of a book and a matching Playaway.
  • A “Wonderbook” is a print version of a book with a matching Playaway attached to it.
  • A “Launchpad” is a tablet with pre-loaded learning activities and games.
• 21-day checkout
• Check Playaway availability and place requests
• Check Bookpack availability and place requests
• Check Wonderbook availability and place requests
• Check Launchpad availability and place requests

Portable Energy Meters / Line Loggers

• Check the amount of electricity used by appliances and throughout your home.
• 28-day checkout
• Check meter availability and place requests

Media Card Readers, CD/DVD/Floppy Disk Drives, Data Cables, etc.

• Move digital files between various storage media.
• Typically available for in-house use only, but exceptions are possible.
• Contact us for details and availability.

Audiovisual Equipment

• Most audiovisual items — speakers, projectors, microphones, related A/V cables, etc. — are only available for in-house use when requested in conjunction with a meeting room booking.
• Computer speakers are available for checkout at MCPL Wausau.
• Contact us for details and availability.