Library Computers

Computers in the Library have different settings and serve different purposes:

For Express Use

• Use Public workstations for a quick check of the Library catalog, library resources and services.
• No login required
• They are available on all floors.

For Academic Work

• Windows PCs and iMacs are available at the Information Commons (G/F) and the E-learning Classrooms in the Learning Commons (LG1)
• They require ITSC account login
• Check the software available at different clusters of workstations
• Some computers are not equipped with disc drives. Borrow the portable “USB-DVD Drive” at Tech Item Kiosk (LG1) if needed
• Smart desktop scanner is attached to a PC at the Information Commons
• You can use the E-learning Classrooms only when they are not reserved for classes
• Find vacant stations at the Information Commons using the real-time occupancy map

For Using Media Items in the Library Collection

• The Reference Standalone Workstation on G/F supports the use of “Hong Kong newspaper clippings index”.
• The PCs and AV equipment in three Media & Discussion Rooms supports using media items. The PCs require ITSC account login.

For 3D Design & Printing

• Use 3D Modeling Stations (LG1)

For Using Selected Databases

Bloomberg Workstations

• On G/F
• Booking schedule

Reference Standalone Workstation

• On G/F
• Booking schedule

Rules for Booking 

• Each user can book up to 2 hours per session, 1 session per day, 2 sessions per week, all workstations, 3D printing & 3D scanning service combined.
• Reservation may be made on the same day or at most 1 week in advance.

 

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