Project ASSET Terms and Conditions (Faculty)

By accepting possession of the computer, peripherals and software (equipment), I agree to the following terms and conditions:

 

Throughout the agreement, I shall use the equipment in accordance with the South Carolina State University policies on the appropriate use of computer resources. I DO NOT OWN THE EQUIPMENT; I have a "license" to use it only. I AM REQUIRED TO RETURN THE EQIPMENT TO THE UNIVERSITY AS DESCRIBED BELOW. I shall not permit any other person to possess or use this equipment. Commercial and illegal use of this equipment is prohibited.

 

  1. If I fail to return the equipment by the due date, I understand that I may be subject to criminal prosecution or civil liability and that I will be assessed the full replacement cost of the equipment.


  2. I understand that I do not own this equipment and that it is the property of South Carolina State University. I must not personalize the equipment with stickers, graffiti or any other type markings as it may be issued to someone else in the future. If I do, I may be charged repair or damage fees not to exceed $1000.00.


  3. I understand that I may be required to check-in my laptop periodically throughout the semester, and that I will be notified of the check-in details via University email.


  4. It is my responsibility to give written notice to the Project ASSET Office of any change in my status as a South Carolina State employee.   


  5. I am responsible for loss or damage to the equipment. I understand that I will be charged a fee for the repair or replacement of any lost or damaged equipment up to $1,000 per incident.  I understand that any incidents of loss or damage must be reported to the PROJECT ASSET office no later than 24 hours after the incident.

  6. I understand that all occurrences of theft must be reported to the local police department within 24 hours of the incident. All occurrences of theft must be reported to the PROJECT ASSET office no later than 24 hours after the incident.  All reports must include an official police report.  I understand that I will be charged a fee for the replacement of any stolen equipment up to $1,000 per incident that is not documented by a police report.  I understand that having an official police report does not necessarily release nor exempt me from charges for the replacement of the stolen equipment.

  7. I understand that all repairs must be made through UCITS PC Support Services.

  8. I understand that if there is a hardware or software problem with my laptop that the technician is not able to resolve immediately, I will turn in my laptop and, if available, I will be issued a loaner unit until problems with my laptop are resolved.

  9. I agree not to make any alterations, hardware additions, or enhancements to the laptop.  Such alterations include, but are not limited to, additional memory or removal of any hardware/software included with the computer.  Removal or altering of any University issued software is PROHIBITED.

  10. I understand that UCITS PC Support Services will only support the University Standard hardware and software. If there is a software issue that requires that the laptop be re-imaged, PC Support Services will only restore academic data. I am responsible for restoring any of my own software or non-academic data.

  11. I understand that I am required to use the laptop carrying case that was issued to me with my laptop and that I will be held responsible for any damage that occurs to the laptop as a result of my failure to use this case.

  12. I understand that this laptop is being issued as part of my participation in Project ASSET; therefore, I will be required to participate in project evaluation activities.


    The University hereby disclaims all express and implied warranties, including, without limitation, the implied warranties relating to the equipment merchantability and fitness for a particular use. I agree to accept the equipment "as is." In no event shall the University be liable for any incidental, special, indirect, or consequential damage of whatever nature arising out of any claim alleging the University's failure to perform its obligations under which this agreement or its alleged breach of any duty.