WIRELESS SERVICE / COMPUTERS
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:
- Go to Settings and WiFi on your device.
- Select Benicia-Public-WiFi.
- When the login screen comes up, check mark "I accept the terms of use."
- 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 or a tablet
- When printing at the library: locate the print guide poster near the printer and scan the QR code.
- When printing remotely: open your browser, go to print.princh.com and enter the 6-digit printer ID (111237) to select the printer.
- Upload your document(s).
- Adjust the settings.
- Select your preferred payment method and pay for your document(s).
- When printing remotely: Please be aware that unless you select the “Pay at the desk” payment option, your document(s) will be printed immediately*.
- Your document(s) is being printed, and it is ready to be picked up!
Printing from your laptop
- When printing remotely or at the library: open your browser, go to print.princh.com and enter the 6-digit printer ID to select the printer (find IDs below).
- Upload your document(s).
- Adjust the settings.
- Select your preferred payment method and pay for your document(s).
- When printing remotely: Please be aware that unless you select the “Pay at the desk” payment option, your document(s) will be printed immediately*.
- Your document(s) is being printed, and it is ready to be picked up!
Wireless 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 and $.35 per color page.
- 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?
The sessions are three hour sessions at a time, with a limit of one hour per day. Time can be added if there are at least five open computers.
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.
When I logged on, the computer indicated that I only had a few minutes available. Why don’t I have more time?
This means that you have already used most of your time for the day.
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 10 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.