Library Computer Labs

• Computer lab access is limited to current PCC students.
• To use a computer, you must have your IIN (last 8 numbers on the front of your PCC LancerCard ID).
• No food, drinks, children or pets are allowed in the labs.
• Do not install or download software on the hard-drive.
• In order to retain lab privileges, all policies and procedures must be followed. 
• You are bound by the PCC Acceptable Use of Electronic Resources policy when utilizing the computer lab, which requires that all users use the lab resources in a responsible manner, consistent with the educational and informational purposes for which it is provided.
• Please be courteous and respect others. Keep your voice down, observe your time limit, and do not view web sites that may be offensive to others.

Computer Lab Locations:

• First Floor:
  • Small and Large Labs (LL100) - 70 computers
  • Research Zone - 48 computers
• Second Floor:
  • Computer Lab (behind the Reference Desk) - 8 quick look-up computers: 30 minutes, no renewals
• Third floor:
  • Computer Annex (near women's restroom) - 5 computers

Logging In:

• To use a computer, walk up to an available computer and click the the word "Available"
• You will be prompted to enter your IIN (the last 8 digits on your LancerCard) and your last name.
• Reservations cannot be made in advance.
• In general, computer sessions are for 1 hour.
• If you need a computer for longer, you can request an extension from the staff at the main desk. If no one is waiting for a computer, the computer will be renewed for additional time.
• Sometimes LL100 is closed for Library Orientation Classes. Check the schedule posted on the front window of the lab.

Saving your work:

• Make sure to save your work often.
• Do not save work on the computer hard drive.
• Save your work on a floppy disk or USB memory stick. Lab stations do not have zip drives.

Printing your work:

• Print-outs are 10 cents per page.
• The library accepts cash or check for print-outs.
• Pick up print-outs from the 1st Floor Periodicals Desk.
• Lab print-outs are identified by your Network ID.

Sound:

So that you do not disturb other people in the lab, wear headphones if you need to listen to something with sound. The computers are automatically set on mute.

Need help in the lab?

Please see the Lab Technician on duty for assistance. The Lab assistant can answer basic questions to assist you, for example: how to save, print, or format a document. If you require a tutoring session on how to use computers or software, please inquire about tutoring in D104 at the Computer Learning Center.

Library lab configuration & software:

• Windows XP/SP2
• IE 7
• MS Office 2007 (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Word, FrontPage and Visio)
• Adobe Reader
• InterVideo WinDVD
• Nero
• QuickTime Player
• Real Player
• Windows Media Player
• ShelveIt
• Voyager
• OCLC Connexion

In addition, two terminals in LL100 have Adobe Photoshop with an attached flatbed scanner, while another two are configured specifically for students with disabilities.