Computing at RIT Library

Logging on to Library Workstations

In an effort to improve computing security on campus an RIT user account is required in order to use public workstations -- including the library computers.

If you are an RIT student, faculty or staff and you have not changed your RIT user account (formerly called a DCE account) since July 9, 2003 please visit the ITS Password Changing page to activate your account. Once your password has been updated you will be able to log in to library workstations (as well as campus computer lab workstations).

Assistance is available at the ITS Help Desk and from the library Reference Desk (475-2563).

RIT alumni and guests wishing to use library workstations can obtain a temporary username and password from the Reference Desk. These accounts are valid in the library only.

Laptops Available for Sign-out

PC laptops are available for check-out at the Circulation Desk. Most have a 4 hour loan period and can be taken out of the building. They are equipped with wireless cards, Microsoft Office and internet browsers. Power cords are available for checkout with the laptops. An RIT card and one other form of photo ID are required at checkout.

There are also several 2-day laptops available for checkout. These laptops must first be reserved online through Einstein (search: laptop pc 2-day loan) They are equipped with wireless cards, Microsoft Office, internet browsers, a power cord and computer bag. An RIT card and one other form of photo ID are required at checkout.

Computer Accessories Available for Sign-Out

Wireless cards, Ethernet cables, and headphones are available for check-out at the VIA Desk. The cards have a 6 hour loan period. An RIT ID card is required.

RIT's Wireless Network

RIT's Information & Technology Services department has created wireless network access in many locations across campus, including the library.

Wireless networking technology makes it possible for you to connect to RIT's campus network without needing a network cable.

In order to connect to the wireless network for the first time, users will need to visit http://start.rit.edu in order to register their mobile device.
If there are any problems in the registration process please call 475-HELP or visit the ITS help desk.
Click here for a list of supported cards.
Click here for instructions on configuration and utilization of the supported network cards.
Click here for a list of wireless locations on campus.

VIA Lab

PCs and Macs, scanners, memory card readers, printers. Access to software programs such as Dreamweaver, Flash, Photoshop, Word, Excel and lots more. Staffed by experienced and helpful VIA Assistants to assist you!

Bibliographic Instruction Lab

A fully equipped room for hands-on classes and workshops.

Center for the Visually Impaired

Located on the first floor of the library this Access Center is equipped with a variety of equipment: HP ScanJet system to convert print into Braille; WebSpeak software for audible Web browsing ; ZoomText software to enlarge text; A talking calculator speaks the input and mathematical results of calculations; Perkins Brailler; Juliet Brailler; Visualtek to magnify printed materials and microfiche-- and more.