Computers

VCC Library provides workstations with either LeafOS or another Operating System with computer software installed. 

What is LeafOS? 

LeafOS allows you to access DaaS, a program that connects users to their virtual Windows desktop. Once you log in to LeafOS and DaaS, you will have access to all your VCC programs including Microsoft Office 365, Microsoft Teams, Acrobat Reader, OneDrive, Internet Browsers (Firefox, Chrome and Edge), MS Publisher, and Safe Exam Browser 

Laptops

  • The library has a number of laptops available for loan.
  • Laptops are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Laptops may be borrowed for either the same day (Express), 24 hours, or 2 weeks.
  • The borrower assumes all responsibility for lost or damaged laptops.
  • Students and employees must present a physical VCC Library Card, Driver's License, BCID, or Passport with their picture on it in order to check out a laptop.
  • Only 1 laptop or iPad per person.

 

To see if a laptop is available at your campus, please click on the links below: 

 

LeafOS Laptops at VCC Library 

Once connected to Wi-Fi, you will see a sign in screen.  Log in using your VCC email and password, followed by Multi-factor Authentication (MFA). You can browse the internet directly by using the Chromium browser, without logging in to the full desktop. (The Chromium browser is also wiped when the laptop restarts.) These laptops are pre-configured to automatically connect to the "VCC LeafLabs" Wi-Fi on campus. If you take a LeafOS laptop home, you need to connect to another WiFi to use it, and if you want to access your Windows Desktop or other Software, like Word or PowerPoint, click and login into the DaaS program in your LeafOS screen 

Note: USB Security keys are not currently working with LeafOS. 

 

Express Laptops  

Need a laptop for a few hours? Express Laptops (no charger, mouse, or bag) with LeafOS are available at the library. They must stay on campus and be returned before closing time. 

 

Other laptops 

Non-LeafOS laptops are preinstalled with Windows 10, web browsers, and Microsoft Office. You may not install additional software, and the laptops are not able to run advanced software such as AutoCad or Adobe Creative Suite. 

 

Departmental Laptops 

As well, the library holds some laptops on reserve for specific departmental use. For more information, contact libraryhelp@vcc.ca or the department. 

English as an Additional Language (EAL) 

  • Lenovo L14 

Indigenous Education & Community Engagement (IECE) 

  • Lenovo L14 

Disability Services (DS) 

  • Lenovo L14 
  • Lenovo ThinkPad T460 

A/V Equipment and iPads

To see a list of A/V equipment you can borrow at the library, and to book for specific time periods, use LibCal.   
 

iPads 

  • iPads are available on a first-come, first served basis. 
  • Students and employees must present a physical VCC Library Card, Driver's License, BCID, or Passport with their picture on it in order to check out an iPad.
  • iPads may be borrowed for 4 weeks (no extensions), and the borrower assumes all responsibility for lost or damaged iPads.
  • Only 1 iPad or laptop per person.

The library has two types of iPads: iPad 10.2", 9th generation and iPad 9.7”, 5th generation. Only the 10.2" can be used with an Apple pen. 

Printers and Copiers 

You can print (single or double-sided) from any computers at the Broadway and Downtown campus libraries. 

Photocopying (single or double-sided) is available in three sizes: standard, legal or ledger. 

Black and white: 10 cents per side. Colour: 25 cents per side. 

Method of payment: Either go to the Service Desk and pay with credit, debit or cash, or add funds yourself (see below). 

Adding Money to your Printing Account Online 

  • Log in to a computer at the library with your student number and password 
  • Find the PaperCut applet on the desktop (upper right-hand corner) 
  • Click My PaperCut  
  • Log in again 
  • Click Add Credit in the bottom leftof the screen 
  • Select the amount to add and clickAdd Value  
  • Fill in your credit card information 

If the transaction was successful, you’ll see your receipt for the transaction.  

Wireless Access

The VCC Wireless network is available at both campuses, 7 days a week, from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. 

Students and employees can use the wi-fi for free. Visitors can access wi-fi for free for two hours by choosing "Guest User." 

To Login 

Select VCC-Open as your wireless network. When you open a browser, you will be asked to log in. 

   VCC students: use your myVCC login (student number and password). 
   VCC employees: use your College login. 

Eduroam (EDUcation ROAMing) is a wireless network available at participating colleges and universities in BC including VCC. To login, use your network login and password. VCC students: your network login is your student number followed by @vcc.ca, for example: 000123456@vcc.ca. Your password is your myVCC password. 

Printing is not available from the wireless network. There are computers in the Library and the Learning Centre that are connected to printers.