COMPUTERS, PRINTING, and WIRELESS

Free Public Wifi

Benicia Public WiFi (Benicia-Public-WiFi) is available free inside and outside of the Library in the parking lots and amphitheater area behind the library. Wireless Internet is FREE.

To login:

  1. Go to Settings and WiFi on your device.
  2. Select Benicia-Public-WiFi.
  3. When the login screen comes up, check mark "I accept the terms of use."
  4. Click the Connect button and then Continue.

 

Wireless Printing

Introducing Princh, our new printing solution!

We have implemented Princh, a new printing solution, at our libraries. With our new solution it is now possible to easily and securely print from a mobile phone, tablet, or laptop, both remotely and at the library.

How to use the service

Printing from your mobile phone, computer, or a tablet

  1. When printing at the library: locate the print guide near the printer or Customer Service Desk and scan the QR code.
    1. When printing remotely: open your browser, go to print.princh.com and enter the 6-digit printer ID (111237) to select the printer.
  2. Upload your document, then follow the instructions on the page to select color and copy options, preview it, and send it to the printer. The system will generate a 4-digit code for your printout.
  3. Pay and collect your printout. If you pay with a credit card or Google/Apple Pay you can proceed immediately to the print release station, type in your 4-digit code and collect your printout. If you need to pay cash, come to the desk to pay. After paying you can use the 4-digit code at the print release station to collect your printout.

 

Printing from the Library's public computers

  1. Save your document to the computer—it will disappear when you log off. If printing from the web, right click the screen you wish to print, select print, then select Save as PDF.
  2. Click the Princh logo in the menu ribbon at the bottom of the screen OR open print.princh.com in a new tab and enter the 6-digit printer ID to select the printer (111237).
  3. Follow the instructions on the page to select your saved document, select color and copy options, preview it, and send it to the printer. The system will generate a 4-digit code for your printout.
  4. Pay and collect your printout. If you pay with a credit card or Google/Apple Pay you can proceed immediately to the print release station, type in your 4-digit code and collect your printout. If you need to pay cash, come to the desk to pay. After paying you can use the 4-digit code at the print release station to collect your printout.

Printing Instructions

 

Internet and Computer Use

The Benicia Library has 8 computers for Internet use.

  • All the Internet computers have programs for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and photo editing.
  • Printing costs $0.15 per black and white page ($.030 for ledger) and $.35 per color page ($.060 for ledger).
  • Refer to the Library's Internet and Electronic Information Use Policy for exact guidelines.

The Benicia Library has one computer that does not connect to the Internet.

  • This computer may be used for word processing, spreadsheets and other programs.
  • This computer is on a first come - first serve basis.
  • There is no direct printing from this computer, though if you transfer your file to a USB drive, you can login to one of our Internet machines, access the file on your flash drive, and print from there.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a PIN number?

When you use your Library card, the last 4 digits of your phone number is your PIN number. If you forgot which phone number you used when you registered for a card, you can ask a librarian for assistance.

If I just walk into the Library, can I still get on the Internet?

Yes. If you have your Library card and there are available computers, it is not necessary to make a reservation.

Am I required to have a Library card?

Visitors, temporary residents and others without a Library card should see a Library staff person for assistance.

How long can I use a computer?

There are currently no time limits on how long you can use a computer, though you may need to login again.

Does the Library track what I am looking at on the Internet because I’m using my Library card?

No. When your session ends and you log off, the system automatically deletes from the computer hard drive all information about any Internet sites you visited or work you have done.

How will I know when my session is ending?

You will receive warnings at ten minutes and two minutes before the end of the session. When the session is over the system automatically logs out.

Catalog

All of the 8 Internet computers provide access to the catalog.

Chromebooks

The Library has Chromebooks for public checkout. Chromebooks are laptops that can connect to the Internet through any accessible WiFi network—including the one you create by firing up a hotspot. The devices can be reserved through the Library’s catalog by typing in the word Chromebook, or you can call the Library at 746-4343 to place a hold. These devices can be borrowed for up to three weeks only and are not renewable. Borrow one, plug it in and while it is charging up, read the instructions carefully.

HotSpots

HotSpots are devices that provide access to the Internet. They can be borrowed one per household for three weeks. They will provide access to the Internet for up to 6 devices.