Computers

Introduction

INSPiRE Library provides over 200 high-performance computers equipped with specialized software to meet the practical needs of courses taught at the University. Computer clusters on various floors are connected to a high-speed wired and wireless network, catering to users' requirements. During peak times when computers are in high demand for study purposes, entertainment use will not be prioritized.

• Users are not permitted to install software independently while using the library computers. If you need specific software, please inform our library staff responsible for your area for assistance.
• To ensure personal information security, please log out of your personal accounts when you finish using the computers.
• Users should save personal data on the D or E drives. Do not save personal data on the C drive, including the Desktop and Download folders. The library will not be responsible for any data loss if users save data on the C drive.
• For a list of software installed on library computers, see here

Please notice

Using computers

• Find a computer that meets your specific needs.
• Check the availability status of the computer (free/busy).
• Log in with your student account.
• Log out to end your session.

Computer Availability on Each Library Floor

1^st Floor - NISUS

• Quantity: 40 computers
• Borrowing Time: 120 minutes per session
• Priority Usage: Primarily for Engineering students; for searching and accessing resources both within and outside the Library, and for completing assignments requiring Microsoft Office support.
• Renewals: Extensions are allowed if there are no pending requests.
• Contact: For inquiries or assistance, please contact a specialist
• Contact: For inquiries or assistance, please contact us here

 

2^nd Floor - SAGACITY

• Quantity: 62 computers
• Borrowing Time: 120 minutes per session
• Priority Usage: Viewing multimedia materials such as English and Chinese learning resources, engaging in wholesome entertainment, searching and accessing resources both within and outside the Library, and completing assignments requiring Microsoft Office support.
• Renewals: Extensions are allowed if there are no pending requests.
• Contact: For inquiries or assistance, please contact us here

 

3^rd Floor - PROGRESS

• Quantity: 46 computers
• Borrowing Time: 120 minutes per session
• Priority Usage: Primarily for Economics students; for searching and accessing resources both within and outside the Library, and for practicing with specialized software.
• Renewals: Extensions are allowed if there are no pending requests.
• Contact: For inquiries or assistance, please contact us here

 

4^th Floor - INITIATIVE

• Quantity: 14 computers
• Borrowing Time: 120 minutes per session
• Priority Usage: Primarily for Economics students; for searching and accessing resources both within and outside the Library, and for practicing with specialized software.
• Renewals: Extensions are allowed if there are no pending requests.
• Contact: For inquiries or assistance, please contact us here

 

5^th Floor - RESPONSIBILITY

• Quantity: 24 computers
• Borrowing Time: 120 minutes per session
• Priority Usage: Primarily for Industrial Arts and Engineering; for searching and accessing resources both within and outside the Library, and for practicing with specialized software.
• Renewals: Extensions are allowed if there are no pending requests.
• Contact: For inquiries or assistance, please contact us here