Adaptive Technology Station

Young customers with disabilities can use this station to browse the internet, watch movies or listen to music. Located in Youth Services.

This computer is loaded with the following equipment and software:

• BigTrack mouse and BigKeys keyboard
• DVD/CD player
• eSSENTIAL Accessibility (Internet browser) with option to use a hands-free mouse (by moving your head in view of the built-in webcam)
• Microsoft Media Player
• Touchscreen interface (optional)
• Windows 7 (operating system)

This station is wheelchair accessible via a height-adjustable table. To get started, stop at the Youth Services desk.

BRAVE Station

To serve those with low vision, this computer offers various accessibility features and functionality. Located in Adult Services.

• Cursor size adjustment
• Mouse and keyboard control
• Screen display set to high-contrast and grayscale for maximum visibility
• Screen magnifier (20x)
• Text-to-speech screen reader
• ...and more

Software includes:

• Mac OSX El Capitan
• Browsers: Firefox, Google Chrome, Safari
• CD-RW/DVD drive
• GarageBand
• Keynote
• Microsoft Office for Mac 2011
• Numbers
• Pages
• Photos
• USB ports

Charging Stations

Numerous charging stations and power outlets are available to visitors throughout the library. You can use them to charge your smartphone, laptop or other electronic device. Service is free.

Common Access Card (CAC) Reader

This can be used while in the library to read the standard identification card issued to persons in the military including active duty uniformed service personnel, Selected Reserve, DoD civilian employees, and eligible contractor personnel. For details, visit the Ask Here desk on the second floor.

Download Station

This computer can be used to install software programs from a disc or USB drive. For details, see a staff member in the Technology Center.

Fax Machine

Cost is $0.20 per page (U.S./Canada) or $1.00 per page (International). Cash or credit card payments are accepted. For details, see a staff member in the Technology Center.

Firewire Cables

These can be checked out for use between PC devices and AV devices.For details, visit the Ask Here desk on the second floor.

Magnifier

A real-time magnifier is available to enlarge printed text. For details, see a staff member in the Technology Center.

Memory Card Readers

These can be checked out and used to download files from a memory card to a library computer. For details, visit the Ask Here desk on the second floor.

Microfilm/Microfiche Reader

Read microfilm and microfiche, such as local newspaper archives. It includes a built-in printer that will charge $.10 per printed page. Located in the Technology Center.

Mobile Options

Browse the library's collection with our mobile catalog or mobile app.

Office Supplies, Peripherals & Saving Devices

Headphones, power cords and mice can be checked out using your library card for in-library use.

When supplies available, you may purchase some items at the library such as pens, envelopes, headphones or saving devices (blank CDs, USB flash drives, etc.). See a staff member for details.

Photocopier

Available in various locations throughout the library.

• $0.10/black & white
• $0.25/color

Printing

You can print from any computer within the library.

• $0.10/black & white
• $0.25/color

You can also print to the library's printers using your own laptop.

Scanner

You can scan photos or documents, 11x17 inches or smaller. This service is free. 

Formats available: 

• DOC (Microsoft Word document)
• JPG (Note: This option only appears if Color is selected)
• PDF
• PNG (Note: This option only appears if B&W is selected)
• Searchable PDF
• TIFF

Storage options: 

• Email
• Google Drive
• Print ($.10/B&W, $.25/color)
• Smartphone
• USB drive

Typewriter

You can use a manual typewriter to fill out printed forms, type addresses for envelopes, etc. Located in the Technology Center.