Computers & Printing

The library has a small number of Windows and Mac computer stations for students to use anytime the library is open. Software configurations are listed below.

Some of our Windows computers allow guests to use them for a maximum of 3 hours per day. More information about guest computer use is available at the Information Desk.

You can generally find a solid WIFI connection anywhere in the building. Help with Drake Wireless setup.

Laptop Kiosk

A self-service laptop kiosk is available in Midnight Hall. Drake students, faculty, and staff can use the kiosk to borrow a MacBook laptop for free for up to four hours (or until the battery needs to be recharged).

Cowles Library does not provide technical support for kiosk laptops. Information about the MacBooks and how to use the kiosk is available in the ITS Knowledge Base.

Personal Computer Use

Information and support for using your own device on campus and in the library is available on the Drake ITS website. Particular topics of interest include:

• Student information, including accounts and passwords, Blackboard, myDrake, available software, printing, wireless access.
• Contact information for the Drake Support Center.
• How to print from a personal computer or laptop (Web Printing).

Printing, Copying, and Scanning

The library's printers use Drake's managed print system and are located near the Information Desk on the main floor and in Midnight Hall. Printers can also make photocopies and scan documents to email. The ITS Knowledge Base has the latest how-to guides and print cost information.

The library also has a dedicated document scanner, located on the east side of the main floor, that allows you to save scanned documents to your USB flash drive. There is no charge to use the document scanner.

Microfilm

Archives & Special Collections has a microfilm and microfiche reader that allows you to save scanned images to your USB drive. Contact Archives staff for hours and availability.

Standard Software on Library Computers