Michigan State University Libraries

Computer FAQs

• What hardware and software is on the computers in the library?
  
  Computer Labs hardware list. Windows software list. Mac software list.
• What software is available in the Main Library's collaborative technology labs?
  
  The collaborative technology labs are high-tech, multimedia, group work spaces with computers that offer some unique software (pdf) not found on other computers.
• How do I find an available computer with a full set of applications?
  
  Visit https://netprint.msu.edu/lab-use/ to find available computers across campus. Select "Library (Main)" to find an open computer in the Main Library.
• Where can I find a Mac in the Main Library?
  
  There are Macs in the reference room on 1 East, in the CyberCafe on 1 West, and in the Digital and Multimedia Center on 4 West. To find other Macs on campus, visit the Computer Labs Hardware List and sort by Platform.
• How do I get to my AFS space from a library computer?
  
  If you are signed on to a Full Applications machine at the library, you are already connected to your AFS space. It is labeled drive P in the list of drives. You cannot access your AFS space from selected resource machines in the MSU Libraries. To learn more about your AFS space including how to access it from your dorm room or home, go to the following web page: Accessing your AFS Space.
• How do I save to a flash (USB) drive or the A: drive on a selected resource computer?
  
  
• Are there scanners available in the Main Library?
  
  Yes, there are scanners available in the Digital & Multimedia Center in the Main Library on 4 West.

• How do I set up a dialup connection through MSU?
  
  MSU currently provides dial-up Internet access at no charge to current MSU faculty, staff, retirees and students. Learn how to set it up here.

• How do I print from MSU Libraries resources?
  
  When printing from MSU Libraries resources, always check to see if there is a window open inside your browser that also has a print icon. If there is a print icon there, use that icon rather than the browser's print function. Using the browser's print function will not get the text but the outside frame instead.
• Why can't I get to library resources using my laptop in the Library?
  
  The Off Campus Access page provides information about EZProxy for wireless network users.

• How do I access my MSU email?
  
  Visit http://mail.msu.edu and sign in with your MSU NetID and password. If you have never used MSU email, visit this getting started guide.
• How do I get to ANGEL?
  
  Visit http://angel.msu.edu and sign in with your MSU NetID and password.
• How do I access my student records (StuInfo)?
  
  Visit http://stuinfo.msu.edu. Sign in with your MSU NetID and password to view your academic, personal, and financial information.
• How do I connect to MSU's web enrollment system (WebEnroll)?
  
  Visit https://webenroll.msu.edu to connect. Instructions can be found here.
• Where can I activate my MSU NetID in the library?
  
  The computers in the North Lobby of the Main Library or any selected resource machine. You can sign on with your MSU NetID as the ID and you will get to the page to activate your NetID. You will need to know your ID and pin/pan number.
• Where can I change my MSU NetID password in the library if I have forgotten it?
  
  The computers in the North Lobby of the Main Library or any selected resource machine. You can sign on with your MSU NetID as the ID and you will get to the page to activate your NetID. You will need to know your ID and pin/pan number and from there you can change your password.
• Where can I learn more about computing facilities, support, and training at MSU?
  
  Visit http://computing.msu.edu.