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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:
- 1 Braille Embosser
- 2 scanners
- Headsets available for Dragon Naturally Speaking and Dragon Dictate
Art Library
Location: Deering Library, Level 3
Computers:
- 3 PCs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 color/b & white copier
- 1 black & white printer
- 1 high-res color printer
- 3 scanners
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:
- 10 PCs
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:
- 2 PCs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
Information Commons
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
Mac Lab (B182)
Location: University Library, Lower Level Room B182
Computers:
- 20 Macs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
- 1 color printer
- 2 scanners
- 18 M-Audio Ozone Keyboards
- 18 stereo headphones
Computers in this lab are available on a first-come first-serve basis, except in those cases when the lab has been reserved for instructional use.
PC Lab (B234)
Location: University Library, Lower Level Room B234
Computers:
- 21 PCs
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:
- 2 PCs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
McCormick Library of Special Collections and University Archives
Location: Deering Library, Level 2
Computers:
- 1 PC
Mudd Library
Location: Mudd Building, Level 2
Computers:
- 22 PCs
- 10 Macs
Printers & other hardware:
- 3 black & white printers
- 1 color printer
- 1 large-format plotter printer with up to 42" width
- 1 flatbed scanner
Music Library
Location: Deering Library, Level 2
Computers:
- 3 PCs
- 2 Macs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
Periodicals & Newspapers Reading Room
Location: University Library, Level 1 East
Computers:
- 10 PCs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
- 3 scanners with printers (Minolta MSP3000)
Transportation Library
Location: University Library, Level 5 North
Computers:
- 6 PCs
Printers & other hardware:
- 1 black & white printer
- 1 microform reader with dedicated workstation and printer