Where are the library computers
Desktop PCs
Popular locations for computers at Robertson Library are:
- the iZone on level 2
- the level 3 open area and Training Room
- the Blue Zone on level 6
- the silent area level 5
However there are almost always computers available on other levels.
You can check real-time computer availability through large monitors on levels 2 and 3 online
If you only need a computer for a short period, use one of the express computers on level 2 (in the iZone, the Lounge or the Photocopy Room) or outside the Training Room on level 3.
Computers marked “Catalogue Only” have limited functionality. You can use them to search the library catalogue, or access web resources provided by Curtin, UWA, ECU and Murdoch University.
Currently there are no computers in the library that you can book.
Macs
There are ten iMacs in the iZone at Robertson Library, two with drawing tablets.
Graphics workstations
High-powered graphics workstations and Wacom drawing tablets are provided in the iZone on level 2 of Robertson Library. These are dedicated for use with graphic-intensive applications such as the Adobe and Autodesk suite. Instructions on how to use this equipment is provided at the workstation.
Tablets
Wacom drawing tablets are provided on four PCs and two iMacs in the iZone on level 2 of Robertson Library. You can borrow a drawing pen from the Enquiries Desk on level 2. Instructions on how to use the tablet are provided at the workstation.
Plasma /LCD screens and smartboards
The library provides plasma or LCD screens to facilitate group work. These are available in some of the bookable group study rooms and in the iZone on level 2 of Robertson Library.
There are two Smartboards in the iZone. You can borrow a drawing pen from the Enquiries Desk on level 2. Instructions on how to use the boards are provided next to them.
Webcams
Webcams are provided on some workstations in the iZone on level 2 of Robertson Library. Skype is provided subject to Curtin Internet quotas. Instructions on how to use Skype is provided at the Skype website.
