Frequently Asked Questions

Hours

   When is the library open?
   When are the computer labs available? (scroll down)

Borrowing Materials

How do I...
...check out library materials?
...check out Reserve materials?
...access Electronic Reserve items?
...find missing materials?
...renew materials?
...borrow materials from other libraries?
...pay a fine?
...get a U-Card?

General library Information

    Security gates & implanted medical devices

How do I...
...do research in the library?
...find a FAQ on research in the library?
...print in the library?
...photocopy materials?
...view a map of the library?
...find directions to the UMD Campus?
...reserve a Group Study Room?             
...reserve Instruction Labs L115 & L116? 
...reserve the Rotunda Reading Room?

Faculty FAQs

How do I...
...find the librarian that works with my department?
...check out library materials?
...order books for the UMD library?
...put something on Reserve?

Electronic Resources

How do I...
...connect to databases from off campus?
     for UMD students, faculty, and staff
    for all others

...determine EndNote database compatibility?
...find a search engine?

Computers & Troubleshooting

How do I...
...report technical problems?
...see a list of common technical problems?
...authenticate (log in) on Library public PCs?
...learn about my Internet ID?
...learn about Find It?
...access UMD's wireless network?
...sign up for a guest computer?
...see maps of computers and equipment?
...find out about technology resources for students?
...scan something & print it or email it?

Copyright Resources

How do I...
...find copyright information?