Computer Locations
Computers are located throughout the University Library and other library locations.
Expand the listing to see details about the number of computers and other hardware available. In addition to a full suite of standard software, many are equipped with specialized software for individuals with disabilities.
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Computer locations at Northwestern Libraries
Adaptive Technology Lab
Location: University Library, Information Commons
Computers:
- 1 PC running
- 1 Mac
- Both run specialized software
Printers & other hardware:
- 2 scanners
- Headsets available for Dragon Naturally Speaking and Dragon Dictate
Art Library
Location: Deering Library, Level 3
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 color/b & white copier
- 1 black & white printer
- 1 high-res color printer
- 3 scanners
Deering Library 101
Location: Deering Library, Level 2
Computers
Printers & other hardware:
- 6 M-Audio KeyStudio 49i MIDI keyboards
Geospatial and Data Visualization Lab
Location: Mudd Library 2122
Computers:
- 4 high performance PC workstations with dual monitors designed for use on geospatial and data projects.
Government and Geographic Information
Location: University Library, B190
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer, 1 color printer, 1 photocopier
- 3 scanners:
- 1 microfilm/fiche reader/scanner
- 1 flatbed 11"x17" scanner (Epson GT 15000 )
- 1 large-format scanner (Context HD Ultra i4250s) for materials up to 42" wide (staff assistance required)
Herskovits Library
Location: University Library, Level 3 East
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
Information Commons
Location: University Library, Level 1
Computers:
- 39 all-in-one PCs (21”)
- +2 Dell PCs connected to large plasma screen monitors (these monitors are also available to display from laptops)
- 15 iMacs (21") for general use
- 6 iMacs (27") for Media production
Printers & other hardware:
- 3 black & white printers
- 1 color printer
- 1 large-format color plotter printer with up to 42" width
- 1 large-format scanner
- 3 small scanners
- Project Room includes: 2 smartboards, 1 projector, 1 computer
PC Lab (B234)
Location: University Library, Lower Level Room B234
Computers:
Computers in this lab are available after 7pm on weekdays and all day on Saturday and Sunday.
Math Library
Location: Lunt Hall, Level 1
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
McCormick Library of Special Collections and University Archives
Location: Deering Library, Level 2
Computers:
Mudd Library
Location: Mudd Building, Level 2
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
- 3 black & white printers
- 1 color printer
- 1 large-format plotter printer with up to 42" width
- 1 flatbed scanner
Periodicals & Newspapers Reading Room
Location: University Library, Level 1 East
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
- 3 scanners with printers (Minolta MSP3000)
Transportation Library
Location: University Library, Level 5 North
Computers:
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
- 1 microform reader with dedicated workstation and printer