Disk drives on our new public computers

The public computers have DVD drives, however they have been disabled. The public are prohibited from using CDs or DVDs in any public computer.

Removing thumb drive from our new computers

When a USB device is plugged into the computer an icon will appear in the system tray, which is located in the bottom right corner of the screen. If a USB device is inserted and the icon does not appear then either Windows does not recognize the device or there is a hardware problem.

To remove a USB device it is recommended to unload the device from within Windows before physically removing the device from the USB port. To unload a USB device click on the device icon shown in figure one. Then click on the menu item “Safely remove USB Mass Storage Device – Drive(E:)”.

After a few seconds a message will appear above the icon indicating that it is now safe to remove the USB device.

Cleaning the LCD screen on the new computers

The LCD monitors on the public computers require special care when cleaning.

- DO NOT clean the LCD with Windex or any other glass cleaner. These types of cleaners will scratch the LCD.

- DO NOT use paper towels or any other abrasive cloth to clean the screens. Paper towels will scratch the LCD screen.

- DO NOT press hard on the LCD it will crack if too much pressure is applied.


Cleaning the LCD screen…
1. First, gently dust the screen off using either a duster or a dusting cloth like a Swiffer.
2. If the screen has smudges or stains on it then dampen a clean soft cloth with a mixture of half water and half rubbing alcohol. If you do not have a 50/50 mix of water and alcohol then straight alcohol will work fine.
3. Gently wipe the damp cloth over the screen until the smudges or stains are gone. Be sure not to press hard on the screen.

Fees

There are certain fees that we should all be aware of. Please see below:

Playaways are now available at the Perry Hall library. These are miniature mp3 players that have recorded books on them. I believe all branches will eventually circulate them. When you buy these from the store, they come with batteries and earbuds. Ours will not have these, but customers can purchase batteries and earbuds from us.

Batteries - $.60 tax. included *ring up under batteries
Earbuds - $1.00 tax included *ring up under earbuds
Flash drives - $5.30 tax included *ring up under flash drives

Hold Fees:
Direct loans - free/no charge
Interlibrary loan - $1.00 *ring up under reserves (there may be additional fees, if so it will be noted on the ILL slip)
Holds with green slip - $1.00 *ring up under reserves
Holds with pink slip - free/no charge

Any questions...ask Erin

Shelf Reading Log

Circulation has devised a new way of shelf reading. Each CA has been assigned a section that he/she is responsible for. The Shelf Reading Log can be found behind the CA desk and is titled Shelf Reading Log. You can look at the log to see who's responsible for your section and when it was last shelf read. If you have any questions regarding this please ask Barb, Diana, or Erin. Thanks

Paperless Registration

For librarians:
As of February 2, 2009 we'll be going paperless for library card registrations. Please read MEMO #:2009-120 if you haven't already done so. Carolyn will post written instructions for staff on how to do this at the registration computer. This process is longer and more detailed than the way we're used to doing it. If you are uncomfortable doing this, please refer the customer to a circulation staff member. If you have any questions regarding this, please ask Carolyn. Thanks

Shelving New Book Cart

If you happen to shelve the new book cart, please record it on the cart chart. This is located behind Ann's desk. Use the next available number and record it as New Books with your initials. Thanks