Monday, March 26, 2012

Changes to Accessing Databases Off-Campus


The Westminster Law Library catalog was recently merged with the Penrose Library catalog.  Much of what you see looks the same, but there are several new features.  The most notable difference is how authentication is done when you log into your patron record or use the proxy server for off-campus access to databases.  All students, faculty and staff will now need to log in using their DU ID and passcode. The passcode is the password that you use when logging into DU’s WebCentral system.

Another feature is the ability to search all DU libraries at the same time.  To do this, select “All DU Libraries” from the drop-down menu on the search screen.   

Some other changes are not as noticeable.  You can now view your search history, and run previous searches or searches that you have saved as “Preferred”. You can set up your account preferences so that you receive notices from the library via email or postal mail. You can also create lists of records, save them and view them later.

The catalog’s new URL is:  http://bianca.penlib.du.edu/search~S9

If you have any questions about these new features, please contact the Reference Desk at x16206.