Hotspots

Library Mobile Hotspots

Mobile Hotspots are now available and can be checked out from the 1st floor Circulation Desk. A mobile hotspot allows a user to connect to the hotspot and access the internet from their home. No other internet connection/service/access is required, making these hotspots an invaluable tool for those that are struggling with internet access. Simply turn the device on, find the device ID and password, and connect your device to the hotspot to get online.

Some things to note about the library’s mobile hotspots:

• Hotspots can be placed on hold.
• Checkout time is 28 days, after 28 days service will be suspended.
• Limit to 1 per card.
• Each Hotspot kit contains 1 mobile hotspot, 1 charging cord, 1 plastic container with instructions attached to the back and 1 bag.
• In order for the Hotspot to be checked in it must be returned to the 2nd floor Reference Desk.

Agreement Forms:

• Hotspot User Agreement Form
• Hotspot Parent Permission Form

Hotspot Instructions

T-MOBILE ALCATEL LINKZONE USER GUIDE:

To start the device, hold the Power key for 3 seconds until all LED indicators illuminate in blue. If the hot spot does not power on, check the battery light to make sure the device is charged. The light should be blue. Three lights indicate that the hot spot is fully charged.

Please Note: To ensure that you get the most out of your device, please observe the following recommendations for using the Alcatel Linkzone hot spot:

• Do not press the WPS key located near the power button. This will log you out of the current WiFi network.
• Do not press and hold the power button and the WPS button at the same time, as this will cause your device to restart.

To connect to your mobile hot spot, search for available Wi-Fi networks on your computer or other Wi-Fi-enabled device and select the device name provided by your library.

From a Windows PC:

1. Left-click Wireless Network Connection on the taskbar to view available networks.
2. Choose the device name (provided by your library) from the list of available networks.

From a Mac computer:

1. Select System Preferences > Network > Airport.
2. Click Advanced to choose the device name (provided by your library) from the list of available networks.
3. Choose the device name (provided by your library) from the list of available networks.

From an iOS device:

1. Go to Settings > Wi-Fi.
2. Choose the device name (provided by your library) from the available networks.

From an Android device:

1. Go to Settings > WiFi settings.
2. Choose the device name (provided by your library) from the available networks.
3. Finally, enter the password provided by your library and click OK.
4. FROM THERE, OPEN A WEB BROWSER AND ENJOY!

This project is funded in part with Library Services and Technology Act funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services, administered by the Montana State Library.