- How can I connect to the wireless network?
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The wireless network can be obtained anywhere in the Library, however signal strength can vary
depending on the distance from a wireless access point, or the number of computers currently using
an Access Point. You may need to move about the Library to obtain a good signal.
Beginning Fall term 2009, you can now access college wireless without
VPN! Choose "FandM-WiFi" from the available wireless choices. The first time you connect to
FandM-WiFi you will be prompted for a password, which is "wireless." Registration is identical to
the registration process on the wired (ethernet) network.As a member of the F&M community with a valid F&M username and password, you will only have to login one time at the initial connection. The new wireless network will remember who you are.
Tutorials are available for connecting with Apples or Windows (pdf), and connecting with iPhones or iPod Touches (PDF).
The older wireless network "Wireless FandM," will continue to be available through midterm Fall of 2009.
As before, Wireless FandM will require the VPN software found in your Applications folder. If VPN is not present on your computer, go to the Software Server to download. Tutorials are available for connecting with Apples or Windows.
You may need to connect to the network using an ethernet cable to download VPN. Ethernet cords can be found at Reserves, or on the Mezzanine level.
- How can I access the Library's online resources when I'm not on the college network?
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The same VPN Client that is used to authenticate and use the wireless network, can also be
used to authenticate and use Library resources when you are not on the college network. Be sure
to choose "fandm-internet" in the VPN window. VPN connection to wireless will be phased out around midtern Fall of
2009 (see above), but VPN will still be used to connect to Library resources when off-campus.
If you do not already have a VPN Client (check your Applications folder), go to the Software Server to download software. Tutorials are available for connecting with Apples or Windows.
- I can't access or use the VPN application. Can I still connect to Library online resources when off campus?
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The follow web address is unsupported by College Computing, but should still allow you to connect to network-restricted resources.
https://vpn3000internet.fandm.edu
Choose the link to add certificate exception, then Add Exception. At the following window, choose Get Certificate, then Confirm Security Exception. Retain the default checkmark to permanently keep certificate. On the following screen, you can enter your F&M username and password.
Authentication should persist until the browser session is ended.
- Where did my file go // Why won't a file open?
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If you saved or downloaded files on a Library computer, the files should appear in the SAVE FILES
desktop folder. You might sort the accumulated files by date, so the most recent (your's?) appears
on top. Since files in the desktop folder will remain after logoff or restart, you will want to
save files to your eDisk space, or your flash drive. All Save Files folders are generally emptied
during Fall and Spring breaks, and after the end of each term.
If you cannot open a desired file, check to be sure file has the proper extension. For instance, Word files should end in .doc, Excel files should end in .xls. Microsoft Office 2008 files have slightly different extentions, Word should end in .docx, Excel files should end in .xlsx. MS Office 2008 can open older Office files, but older Office cannont open new Office files.
It is always best to keep your file names short, with no unusual characters or spaces. Example: myfile.docx.
- How can I print both sides of a page?
- So glad you're trying to save paper! At a computer with Operating System 10.5, first choose Print in any application. You may need to expand your print dialog window by hitting the arrow aside the default printer, then select Two-Sided next to Copies.
- How can I check my GoPrint balance?
- Check with a Librarian at the ASK ME desk to review your current balance. Details about printing at the Library or Computing Workroom can be found at our Printing policy.
- My F&M uniform password, or Blackboard password doesn't work?
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First check to be sure there isn't a larger issue regarding authentication (ex. other students
can't access MyDiplomat). If your F&M uniform password doesn't work, visit
http://password.fandm.edu to establish a new password.
If you are unable to access your course Blackboard website, again, there may be a password issue. Refer to the ITS Quickstarts for detailed Blackboard information.
- How can I print multiple Powerpoint frames per page?
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Open the desired Powerpoint presentation > choose File and Print in the menu bar > be sure Copies
& Pages is chosen in the dropdown menu > at the Print What dropdown, choose 2 or more slides per
page.
In the Copies & Pages dropdown, choose Layout if you wish to choose Long-edge binding for two-sided prints.
You may want to print a few pages at first to gauge whether 2 or more slides per page is desired. Dark backgrounds or faint font colors may be difficult to produce.
- How can I renew books // How many books can I checkout?
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Choose My Account in the
Library Catalog, then choose Renew My Materials. You can also choose
RENEW from the Library home page.
Enter your F&M ID barcode for user ID, then enter the last 4 digits of your SS# for
the PIN. Check-mark the items you wish to renew. Some items cannot renewed. If you are unable to
access My Account, contact Circulation at 291-4223 or 291-4184.
Students can checkout up to 50 books at a time.
- How do I cite web pages?
- There are examples of newspaper, journal and website citations found at the HOW TO section on the library homepage. Take a look at the MLA and APA manuals at the ASK ME desk for further examples.
- How do I know if the Library has the book I need?
- First identify the book title or author name in your citation. Go to BOOKS (catalog of books and other materials in the Library), then enter the book title or author name. If the book is present, the listing will indicate which location holds the title, and at what call number (call number locations and maps). If the volume is not present or is checked-out, you could request the book through E-ZBorrow or Interlibrary Loan.
- How do I find articles?
- Article citations, abstracts and full-text can be found amongst our many excellent library-supported databases. If you already know the database you are looking for (like JStor or Lexis-Nexis) you might jump to the resource on the A to Z List. If you are unsure about which database(s) to select, choose By Subject or Class Guides to help focus research. Determining appropriate KEYWORDS, developing good SEARCH STRATEGIES, and finding RELEVANT DATABASES are all important steps towards good research. Please seek out a librarian if you need assistance, or Ask Andy.
- How do I know if the Library has the journal I need?
- First identify the journal title in your citation. Go to JOURNALS (our catalog of print and online journals in the Library), then enter the journal title. If the journal is present, the listing will indicate which location holds the title, and in what format. If the title is not present, you could request the article through Interlibrary Loan.
- How do I find PMLA (Publications of the Modern Language Association)?
- The PMLA ARCHIVE, 1884-2001, is available thru JSTOR. Current issues of the PMLA are received in print. The MLA Bibliography online database features the MLA Directory of Periodicals.
- Where can I find SPSS?
- The SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social Sciences), one of the most widely available and powerful statistical software packages, can be found in the Martin computer workroom and on any of the public computers in Shadek-Fackenthal.
- How does the USA Patriot Act affect me in the library?
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The basics regarding the USA Patriot Act and libraries can be found here.
http://www.library.emory.edu/conpolfaq.html - Who was John Marshall?
- Born Sept. 24, 1755, near Germantown, Va. died July 6, 1835, Philadelphia. Marshall was the fourth chief justice of the United States and principal founder of the U.S. system of constitutional law, including the doctrine of judicial review. The first of Marshall's great cases in more than 30 years of service was Marbury v. Madison (1803), which established the Supreme Court's right to state and expound constitutional law. His most important decision in exercising this authority was in McCulloch v. Maryland (1819), which upheld the authority of Congress to create the Bank of the United States. During his tenure Marshall participated in more than 1,000 decisions, writing 519 of them himself. John Marshall's affiliation with F & M.
- Where can I find genealogy, engraving, print and book-value information?
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The F&M Library does not provide an appraisal service, and has very little genealogical information.
Please refer to the following links for regional and national services.
http://library.fandm.edu/archives/Genealogy.html
http://library.fandm.edu/archives/values.html
http://www.bookfinder.com
http://www.worldbookdealers.com - Who do I talk to about giving a million dollars to the Library?
- Popular question! See the Circulation desk to ask about a Friends of the Library membership, or call the Library Director's office at 717-291-4216 for larger gifts - and THANK YOU!