Using the Laptops in Lab (Snedecor 3105)

Getting Started

Opening Cart

  • The keys for the cart are located in lock box attached to the cart.
  • A key needs to be placed in both the top and the bottom locks and the knobs will turn to open the doors.

Handing out Laptops

  • Check the battery icon- if the level is less than half, replace the laptop to let it charge.
  • Make sure that a login window appears.

Logging In

  • Select Stat User and it will autologin

During Lab

Common Issues

  • Laptop shuts off in the middle of lab. This is usually caused by a low battery. Give the student a new laptop.

End of Lab

Shutting Down Laptops

  • Instruct the students to not shut the lid when they are finished with the laptop.
  • Select Shutdown

Placing Laptops in Cart

  • Verify that the laptop is shut off.
  • Plug the laptop into a charger in an empty slot.
  • Check that the white colored charging light is lit. (If it is not, read the charging issues section)
  • Place the laptop in the empty slot with the charger plug facing out.
  • Place the laptop far enough in the slot that the charger plug will not be smashed by the door.

Charging Issues

  • Verify that the cart is plugging and turned on. (The fans will be running)
  • The charging light will not turn on if the battery is fully charged.
  • If the battery is not fully charged, fix it using this process:
    • Plug the laptop into the charger.
    • If the charging-light still does not light, set the laptop aside and inform IT staff.