University Faculty & Staff Loaner Laptop Policy

ITS will provide a temporary Windows loaner laptop while a device is being repaired.

A client will be eligible to check out a loaner laptop if all of the following criteria are met:

1. They do not have a secondary computer, University or personal that can be used temporarily.
2. Department does not have spare device to use.
3. University device is checked into ITS for servicing.
4. Loaner laptop stock is available.

This computer will have the following:

1. Windows device with standard BGSU Office image and Standard software installed.  No exceptions.
   • ITS does not have Mac computers available for loan.
   • ITS will not install additional software on the loaned device.
2. Once the loaner laptop is returned, it will be wiped of all content.  
   • ALL DATA will be LOST. Do not save data to the loaner laptop. 
   • If data needs to be saved during loaner period, please save to OneDrive.
   • ITS will not complete data transfer for any files saved on the device during the loan period.

Repaired computer will not be released to user until loaner laptop and accessories are returned to ITS.

For additional assistance, please contact Information Technology Services at 419-372-0999 or through chat.