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Desktop Computing

Library desktop computers are not available while we are temporarily operating out of BE-228 due to renovation work in the Learning Commons building. This is projected to last through Summer 2025. See this blog post for more information.

Logging in to Library Desktop Computers

  1. Use your UH ID card number to log in.
    GUESTS: Get a temporary password at the front desk for Public Access Stations 01 - 05.
  2. There will be a pop-up message to let you know when time is running out. See front desk staff if you need assistance and/or need more time.
  3. Click "Pause" if you need to step away from the computer. The timer does not stop.
  4. Remember to save and/or backup your work. Files will be deleted from this computer after time runs out and/or when you log off.
  5. Log off (AT THE TOP OF THE SCREEN) after your session.

PC desktop computers are available for students on a first-come, first-serve basis. Computers are provided for research and coursework purposes - gaming and other non-academic uses are discouraged. The majority of computers in the library are access controlled and have time limits.

Reminder: To protect your privacy, always log off when finished using a computer.

2nd Floor, Learning Commons Area

Computers reserved for student use are located at the workstation desks near the center of the floor. A login is required to use these computers.

Public access stations #1 - #5 are located along the wall near the Writing Center. Community members are welcome to use these computers and must sign in at the circulation desk. 

The DMED/TVPRO Mac Pro computers are restricted to Digital Media and TV Production students. A password is issued by your instructor.  

Other options...

If you cannot find a desktop computer, ask the circulation desk staff to help you locate an available workstation or borrow a Dell or DMED/TVPRO MacBook Pro laptop.

 

Dell Laptops: 4-Hour Loan

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Visit our self-serve laptop kiosk to borrow a Dell laptop.

  • With your smartphone, scan the QR code on the kiosk's screen. If you do not have a smartphone, ask the circulation desk staff for assistance.
  • Log in with your UH username to get a passcode.
  • Enter the passcode on the kiosk's screen.
  • A laptop will eject from the kiosk.
  • Borrowing period is 4 hours. 
  • Laptop must be returned to the originating kiosk.

 

DMED/TVPRO MacBook Pro Laptops and Other Equipment

For all other equipment such as DMED/TVPRO MacBooks, iPads, headphones, mice, etc.: please book the item(s) on our equipment loan page and pick up the item(s) at the circulation desk. Must show valid ID.