Hotspots

The Slayton Public Library is pleased to announce that Mobile Internet Hotspots are now available to check out from the library. The units use cellular service to create a WiFi connection, allowing people to connect to the Internet where there is not typically WiFi access.

The Minnesota State Library, a division of the Minnesota Department of Education, created a connectivity grant for libraries across the state. The Plum Creek Library System was awarded $8900 which partially used federal funding (CFDA 45.310, Library Services and Technology Act (LS-00-19-0024-19) Grants to States) for the grants. Each library in the system has received four hotspots with connectivity paid for one year. 

Directions:  

Connect to the hotspot (using the password that is on the how to connect instruction card) and Access the Mobile Internet Admin Page. http://mobile.hotspot or http://192.168.0.1. (Log in using the Admin Password "PChotspot)

Select the Home tab to view data usage.
Select Settings > Device > Data Usage to adjust the usage limit (unlimited data) 

The mobile hotspots can by checked out by any adult library card holder in good standing. Hotspots can be checked out 1 per household once a month. They may not be placed on hold, and are available on a first come, first serve basis. The check out period is 2 weeks with no renewals. The day after device is due the device will be turned off and a $5 late fee, per day, will start accruing. Contact the library at 836-8778 for more information.