Virtual Services
Computers & Internet
To use library computer resources, users must be registered with the library. You must have a library card registered with Baldwin or be registered for computer access. Please stop by the Circulation Desk to make sure you're set up for computer access.
If you do not know your library barcode or PIN, or would like to set up an alternate ID, please contact Circulation Services.
The following options are available for computer use. Please make a selection.
| Library Computers |
Wireless (WiFi) |
Wired |
Printing from Laptops |
Library Computers
The library has a number of computers available for public use. You will need to be registered as a library cardholder or registered for computer use. Input your bacode or alternate ID along with your PIN to sign into a computer.
Wireless (WiFi)
High-speed wireless Internet access is available in most areas of the library. 
Please disable all file sharing on your computer to prevent any unauthorized access.
- Refer to your wireless adapter’s manufacturer instructions for setting up your wireless adapter to use DHCP to obtain an IP address, gateway, and DNS numbers. Your computer may need to be restarted.
- Make sure that you have not disabled pop-ups on your laptop.
- The SSID for our wireless access point (WAP) is: BPL Wireless Network.
- Open your web browser.
- You will see a login screen. Under "Username" enter your library barcode number or alternate ID. Under "Password" enter your PIN number. If you are not already registered at Baldwin, or if you have forgotten your barcode number or PIN number, or would like to create an alternate ID, please visit the Circulation Desk.
- Accept the Library's Terms of Service.
- Occasionally, a session ends spontaneously, in which case you need to start over again. (We apologize for the inconvenience this causes. If you are concerned about losing work, please save it on a regular basis.)
Baldwin does not guarantee that your device will be able to connect to the library's network. If you cannot connect, please see a librarian who may be able to assist you.
Wired
High-speed (wired) Internet access is available in the Grand Hall of the library.
Please disable all file sharing on your computer to prevent any unauthorized access.
- Refer to your Ethernet adapter or Laptop’s manufacturer instructions for setting up your Ethernet adapter to use DHCP in order to obtain an IP address, gateway, and DNS numbers. Your computer may need to be restarted.
- Plug an Ethernet cable in the Ethernet (RJ-45) jack on your computer. If you do not have an Ethernet cable, you may borrow one from the Circulation Desk.
- You will see a login screen. Under "Username" enter your library barcode number or alternate ID. Under "Password" enter your PIN number. If you are not already registered at Baldwin, or if you have forgotten your barcode number or PIN number, or would like to create an altnerate ID, please visit the Circulation Desk.
- Accept the Library's Terms of Service.
- Open your web browser.
Baldwin does not guarantee that your device will be able to connect to the library's network. If you cannot connect, please see a librarian who may be able to assist you.
Printing from Your Laptop
Printing is currently available for patrons who bring their own laptops using Microsoft Windows. Computers using Mac OS or Linux are not supported. If you need to print a document, complete the following:
- Click here to download the print client software to your computer.
- Choose Save or Run from the software popup screen.
- If you choose Save, run the program from its saved location.
- If you choose Run, the program will open from a temporary directory.
- Print your document.
- After entering your Barcode/Alt ID and PIN, your document will be sent to the print release station.
In order to print, the print client software must be left running. A button will appear in the taskbar. If the program is closed or if the laptop is turned off, the program must be restarted from its saved location or from Step 1 in the directions above.