T-Mobile Hotspots

Please Note: Hotspots are temporarily unavailable at the Main Library in Rock Hill due to the "Glow-Up" Electrical Upgrade Project, but may still be checked out at all other YCL locations.

Hotspots connect to available T-Mobile towers and cover most of York County very well, with the exception of the far west side (Hickory Grove, Hopewell, Sharon, etc.).
Up to 10 devices can be connected to the hotspot.
Each hotspot comes inside a plastic utility case with one power adaptor, one USB cable, guidelines, and instructions.
Hotspots are filtered and will block websites containing frequent or intense graphic violence, sexual content, profanity, or cash gambling.
Hotspots are not recommended for high-bandwidth applications such as media streaming or online gaming.

Connecting Your Wi-Fi Device to the Mobile Hotspot

To turn on the hotspot, press and hold only the power button until the display on the front of the device illuminates. Then, immediately release the button and wait one minute for the hotspot to initialize.
Each hotspot is assigned a unique network name (SSID). On your Wi-Fi-enabled device, search for available Wi-Fi networks and select the assigned SSID. Enter the password and click OK.
Note: The Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password are displayed on the device and are also located on the label on the back cover.

Loan Policy

Hotspots may be checked out by any YCL cardholder age 18 or older. Patrons must be in good standing with the library and have no more than $10.00 in outstanding fines.
Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and may be checked out for two weeks. Checkout is limited to one device per address.
Hotspots may be placed on hold. Holds expire after 7 days.
Patrons are required to sign a Hotspot Usage Agreement at checkout. If any requirements are not honored during checkout or on return of the hotspot, the user may be ineligible to check out another hotspot from any YCL branch for a minimum of two weeks.
Hotspots, including all accessories and packaging, must be returned to the service desk inside the branch where they were checked out. They may not be placed in a book drop.
For full usage guidelines, review the Computer and Internet Use Policy.