FAQs: Library computer equipment
How can I avoid losing my files when using library computers?
See Avoid losing your files when using library computers.
Where can I print?
For printer locations, see our page on Printing, Scanning and Software.
Where can I use Word?
Almost all library computers have the full Microsoft Office Suite (includes Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher and Access). The only exceptions are "CLUES only" machines and those labelled "No Internet".
What keyboard languages are available?
Almost all library workstations offer the following language choices: English (Canada & U.S.),
French (Canada), Arabic, Chinese, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi,
Italian, Russian, Spanish. To select a particular language, click on the icon in the bottom right
corner of your taskbar:
Can I use my own laptop in the library?
Yes. See our Using Your Laptop at the Library page for more information about gaining internet access and printing from your own laptop in the library.
How can I borrow and use a laptop from the library?
See our Laptops page.
Where can I use a colour printer?
There is a colour printer on the 3rd floor of the Webster Library and on the 2nd floor of the Vanier Library. It costs 50 cents per page to print in colour. For more information, see our page on Printing, Scanning and Software.
Where can I scan an image?
You can scan images in the following areas:
Webster Library
- 3 scanning stations (3rd floor)
Vanier Library
- 2 scanning stations (2nd floor)
Scanning stations have:
- Windows XP SP3
- Internet Explorer 8
- Microsoft Office 2007
- CD Burner XP
- Adobe Photoshop CS5
- Adobe Acrobat 9 Pro
- Epson Scan
- jZip
Scanning stations are self-serve.
Scanners can be booked at the:
Where in the Library can I use Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Acrobat Pro?
Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Acrobat Pro are available at the:
Webster Library:
- At the 3 scanning stations on the 3rd floor
Vanier Library:
- At the 2 scanning stations on the 2nd floor
How do I remove my USB key safely?
In order to safely remove your USB memory key on library computers, do the following:
- Left click once on the icon in the taskbar that represents the USB drive (see image below - the one that has a green arrow on top)
- A message to stop or safely remove USB Mass Storage Device will appear immediately to the left of your mouse pointer. Click once directly on top of this message.
- A message saying it is safe to remove the memory key will appear. You can now safely remove your USB memory key without loss of data. If you get a message saying "try stopping the device later", close all your files and then remove the key.
Where can I buy a blank CD or DVD?
Vending machines are available in the Reference area; CDs and DVDs may be purchased for 75 cents.
Where can I save to CD?
You can save to CD in the following areas:
Webster Library
- All computers on the 2nd and 3rd floors (except "CLUES only")
Vanier Library
- All computers (except "CLUES only" computers)
Laptops
- Most Webster and Vanier Library Laptops
Where can I save to a DVD?
You can save to a DVD in the following areas:
Webster Library
- All computers on the 2nd and 3rd floors (except those in LB 203 and "CLUES only")
Vanier Library
- All computers (except "CLUES only" computers)
Laptops
- Most Webster and Vanier Library Laptops
Where can I listen to audio files?
You can listen to audio files in the following areas:
Webster Library
- All computers (except "CLUES only")
Vanier Library
- All computers (except "CLUES only" computers)
Laptops
- Most Webster and Vanier Library Laptops
Headphones may be borrowed from the:
Where can I watch a DVD?
You can watch DVDs in the following areas:
Webster Library
- All computers on the 2nd and 3rd floors (except "CLUES only")
- Media players on the 3rd floor
Vanier Library
- All computers (except "CLUES only" computers)
- Media players on the 2nd floor
Laptops
- Most Webster and Vanier Library Laptops
Where can I use a memory card in the library?
You can use a memory card in the following areas:
Webster Library
- Lenovo model computers on the 2nd and 3rd floors
- Dell Precision T3400 computers on the 2nd and 3rd floors
Vanier Library
- Lenovo model computers on the 1st and 2nd floors
- Dell Precision T3400 computers on the 1st floor
