The UCSB Library has a variety of items available at the Services Desk for checkout to UCSB students, faculty, and staff. To borrow these items for free*, just show the Services Desk staff your Access card or a form of physical government photo ID. 

Mission Statement 

Tech & More is a user-centered lending program that enhances student experiences within the Library, in the classroom, and across campus. From technological equipment to study tools and beyond, the program maintains a focus on individual student success while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and encouraging sustainability. Tech & More’s evolving collection reflects the spirit of libraries by offering a range of free resources that seek to reduce educational barriers, encourage new interests, and support learners of all types.
 

Technology

  • Charging sets (4-hour checkout)
    • ​multi-device cords for iPhones, Android, and other small devices (USB to Lightning/USB Type C/Micro USB), and USB A/C outlet adapter 
    • USB-C chargers powerful enough to charge laptops, tablets, and other compatible devices, and a USB-C outlet adapter
  • Portable Battery (4-hour checkout)
    •  portable power bank with three USB ports, one AC outlet, and a flashlight 
  • Graphic & scientific calculators (4-hour checkout)
    • TI 84 Plus and TI 30X IS
  • Headphones (4-hour checkout)
    • wired over-ear headphones with a 3.5mm audio jack 
  • Laptops (4-hour checkout)
  • Presentation clickers (4-hour checkout)
  • Video display adapters (4-hour checkout)
    • USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 to Female HDMI
    • Micro HDMI to Female HDMI
    • Mini HDMI to Female HDMI
    • Displayport to Female HDMI
    • Mini Displayport/Thunderbolt 2 to Female HDMI
    • VGA to Female HDMI
  • Video viewing kits (4-hour checkout)
    • for use with Library VHS and Blu-Ray players
    • includes headphones and remote controls
  • Personal desk lamp (4-hour checkout)
    • small battery-operated desk lamp
  • External CD/DVD/Blueray Optical Drive (1-day checkout)
    • compatible with type-C or USB 3.0 computers
  • VR Headsets (14-day checkout)
    • MetaQuest 3 with a carrying case, headset, two hand controllers, charging cable, and outlet power adapter

Games

  • Board games (7-day checkout)
    • Apples to Apples
    • Chess
    • Go: The Ancient Chinese Strategy Game
    • Jumbo checkers 
    • King of New York
    • Quirkle
    • Scrabble
  • Frisbees (24-hour checkout)

Miscellaneous

  • Bike locks (24-hour checkout)
  • Umbrellas (24-hour checkout)​
  • Whiteboard set (4-hour checkout)
    • set includes a dry-erase marker, whiteboard, and eraser
  • Privacy study screen (4-hour checkout, in-library use only)
    • desk divider meant to provide visual and acoustic privacy 
  • Laptop Stand Riser (4-hour checkout) 
  • Portable Laptop Desk (1-day checkout)
  • Folding Hex Key Set (1-day checkout)

*All Items must be returned complete by their due date in the condition they were checked out in or the user risks an hourly late fee and/or a damaged/replacement fee. Information about the Library's Fines and Fees can be found here.