Computers

Chromebook/Hotspot Bundle: The library offers Chromebooks with hotspots for two weeks to use at home. Use the app or call the library to place a hold, and pick up the computer using Parking Lot Pickup at the Main Library or South Branch. Basic setup instructions for use available in English and Spanish.

Hotspots: The library offers hotspots for two weeks. Use the app or call the library to place a hold, and pick up using Parking Lot Pickup at the Main Library or South Branch. Basic setup instructions included.

Mac Studio Computers: The library has two Mac Studio computers for digital creative work. Click Here to learn more.

Click here to read the MPPL Internet Service policy.

Computers

  • The Library provides more than 50 e-Net computers for the public and 11 express (Internet only). Computers are available for adults, teens, and kids.
  • In Youth, there are 6 iPads in the Family Place and 6 in the Discovery Zone. (**The Discovery Zone is currently closed.)
  • Several catalog-only computers are scattered throughout the Library for convenient searching of our collection.
  • Special research computers include one legal/government research, two business research, and two genealogy research computers.
  • We also provide a Large Text/Screenreader computer, loaded with the Zoom Text program.

To learn more about our Computer Equipment Policy & Guidelines for the Public click here.

Available on the E-Nets:

  • Internet access
  • Internet Explorer
  • Firefox
  • Library subscription databases
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Paint
  • Microsoft Publisher
  • Magnifier
  • Notepad
  • Adobe Reader
  • Calculator
  • Floppy drives
  • CD-ROM drives
  • USB ports for flash drives
  • PowerDVD

In-House Laptop Lending

The Mount Prospect Public Library offers PC and Mac laptops for checkout and use in the library building.  

Laptops are checked out with a mouse and charging cable, and offer a variety of software including web browsers, MS Office, and Zoom. 

Procedures 

  • Mac and PC laptops are available for checkout from the Research desk; PC laptops are available at the Youth and South Branch desks. 
  • Patrons must have a library card that is current and in good standing in the library’s system. To check out a laptop, you must show your library card or photo ID. 
  • The laptop checkout period is 2 hours in the Main Library and 1 hour at the South Branch. 
  • One laptop may be checked out on a library card.  
  • Laptops may not leave the library premises and must be returned by 15 minutes before closing time. 
  • Please do not leave laptops unattended. 
  • Patrons who use library laptops are subject to the library’s Internet Service Policy and Circulation Policy. 

Printing and Copies: Pay by Cash or Credit Card

Printers and printing costs:

  • Black/white: $.10/page
  • Duplex/two-sided black/white: $ .15/page
  • Color printer: $.25/page
  • Duplex/two-sided color: $ .40/page

Copiers and copy costs:

  • Black/white: $.10/page
  • Duplex/two-sided black/white: $ .15/page
  • Color printer: $.25/page
  • Duplex/two-sided color: $ .40/page

Fax or Scan on our SimpleScan

  • Our SimpleScans, located in the lobby and by the second floor copiers, can be used to scan or fax documents following the step-by-step directions on the touchscreen.
  • Scanned documents can be saved to a USB/flash drive, emailed, or printed. There is no charge for scans; the usual print charges apply to printed scans.
  • Faxes cannot be received at the Library.
  • For any additional information, please ask at the Public Service Desks.

Other equipment:

  • Typewriters: one
  • Microfiche/Microfilm Readers with Printers: one
  • The Friends of Library sells flash drives, and headphones at the Circulation Desk.
  • If you bring in your own equipment, the library provides outlets, desks, and WiFi (public wireless internet).