In order to provide Internet services to patrons outside of the Library building, the Library lends mobile Wi-Fi hotspots.  A Wi-Fi hotspot is a device that can be used to connect a mobile-enabled device, such as a laptop, smartphone or tablet, to the Internet.  The hotspot is portable and can be connected to your device wherever Internet services are available.  One hotspot can provide internet access for up to 15 devices.

 

Using the Hotspot

Charge the Battery. Insert the small end of the USB cord into the micro-USB charging on the right side of the hotspot. Plug the charging adaptor into a standard AC power outlet.

It normally takes 3~5 hours, depending your power sources and device status to fully charge the battery.

Battery life depends on the network, signal strength, temperature, features, and active connection time.

When charging, keep your device near room temperature.

Power up the Hotspot. To turn the hotspot on or off, press and hold the Power Button on the front of the device for at least two seconds.

Connect the Hotspot. Open the Wifi application or settings on the device that you want to connect to the hotspot. Find the hotspot name and enter the password to connect.

Franklin T9 Mobile Hotspot User Manual

 

Borrowing the Hotspot

• Patron must be 18 years of age or older

• Patron must have a valid library card from an Allegheny County Library Association Member Library.

• Only one hotspot may be borrowed at a time on a patron account.

• Hotspots are non-requestable (no holds permitted; cannot ship to another member library).

• Hotspots must be borrowed and returned to the Bethel Park Public Library.

• Hotspots are not permitted to be returned to the Library's Book Drop; they must be returned to the Circulation Desk.

• Overdue hotspots will be deactivated.

• The borrowing patron will be responsible for all costs associated with lost or damaged hotspots and accessories.

• For more information see our Mobile Wireless Hotspot Lending Policy.