The Health Sciences Library provides computers, software, multifunctional devices and other cutting-edge technology to support the McMaster community.
The Health Sciences Library provides access to printers, copiers and scanners using the campus-wide networked PrintSmart system.
Visit the University Library's Print/Copy/Scan for details on how to create an account, add funds and other FAQs about printing, scanning and photocopying on campus.
Visit PrintSmart to make sure you are following the instructions correctly. If the problem persists, submit the Report a Problem form to PrintSmart.
Visit the Health Sciences Library Service Desk for additional help.
The library provides access to 6 self-serve charging lockers. Charging stations are located beside the print station on the upper level of the library.
Fill out the Charging Station Problem form at the library Service Desk. Mobile devices will only be retrieved Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. by authorized library staff. Users must be present when devices are retrieved.
Devices left in the charging stations for more than one business day will be turned over to Hamilton Health Sciences Security.
Desktop PC computers equipped with the latest Windows operating system are available in the upper and lower level Learning Commons. Computers are available to all visitors, but priority will be given to individuals using computers for health research and educational purposes.
*SPSS is only available on the following workstations:
In order to open files from a USB Drive, you must first open the appropriate application (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Select File >> Open and select your file from the removable disc E: drive.
Files can be saved to a personal USB drive. Alternatively, you can temporarily save files to the desktop and email a version to yourself as an attachment.
Files saved directly to the computer are deleted after each user.
Headphones can be borrowed from the Health Sciences Library Service Desk. An ID card with a library barcode is required.
Learn about the library's Computer Regulations prior to use.
To open files from a CD or DVD, first open the appropriate application (e.g. Windows Media Player, QuickTime, etc.). Select File >> Open and select your file from the CD/DVD drive.
Installing new programs/applications on library computers is not permitted.
A complete list of software available at other libraries on campus can be found here.
Software available in UTS student computer labs around campus can be found here.
Visit the Health Sciences Library Service Desk for additional help.
Users with a valid McMaster student card may borrow PC laptops and projectors from the Health Sciences Library Service Desk. Laptops and projectors are for in-library use only.
Learn more about borrowing regulations.
Laptops are wi-fi enabled PCs running Windows 7 and come equipped with the following software:
All of the library’s projectors come with VGA ports and cables. One of the library’s projectors comes with an HDMI port and cables. iPad adaptors and Mini Display adaptors for some Apple products are also available for borrowing.
Campus Classroom Technologies also lends data projectors. Bookings must be made in advance and submitted using the following form: https://library.mcmaster.ca/cavs/booking
You can print from the laptop using your PrintSmart account. Learn more about printing at HSL.
Files can be saved to a personal USB drive. Alternatively, you can temporarily save files to the desktop and email a version to yourself as an attachment.
Files saved directly to the laptop are deleted and unrecoverable after shutdown or restart.
Visit the Health Sciences Library Service Desk for additional help.
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