Ebook Library
Please note: EBL does not recommend the use of Adobe Reader version 8.0; use version 9 or 7.1
Do I need special software or hardware to read ebooks online?
No, all you need is your PC, laptop or hand held device and the free reader software. EBL provides a special PDF-based encrypted online reader that is automatically downloaded to your browser when you first choose to read a book online.
Do I need special software or hardware to read ebooks offline?
All you need is your PC, laptop or hand held device and the free reader software. EBL provides Ebooks for download in Adobe PDF format, and provides a link to download the Reader software, free of charge. Just click the Adobe Reader link (at the top of all EBL screens) to learn more and download the reader.
Why do I have to activate my Adobe Reader, and how do I activate?
In order to read secure ebooks that you have downloaded from EBL, you need to activate your Adobe Reader software prior to downloading the book. The process of activating identifies you as having the right to use the ebook, and is a security measure to protect the copyright of the ebook. Refer to Activating the Adobe Reader in the Help section of EBL for more information.
Can I download ebooks to my hand held device?
In most cases, yes. This does depend on which operating system your hand held device is running however. Adobe Digital Editions has a list of supported eBook devices that are compatible with EBL ebooks (via Adobe Digital Editions).
Can I print and copy ebooks?
Yes, but because of copyrights, there are restrictions as to how much of the book you can print or copy. For more information, refer to Copying and Printing Ebook Content (in EBL Help).
Why read online when I can download the ebook?
If you are working on a computer that is shared by others (for example, a pool machine in your library or elsewhere on campus), you should always choose to read ebooks online. If you download an ebook to a shared machine you will not necessarily be able to access it again, even during the loan period. You may also be unable to download the same ebook to another machine. For these reasons, you should always select to browse or borrow the book online when working on a machine that you do not have permanent access to.
Once I have downloaded an ebook, will it always be available?
The ebook file will remain on your computer or hand held device after the loan period has expired. However, you will not be able to access it unless you renew the loan through EBL. Once you have renewed the loan, you will be able to download the access key alone, without having to download the entire ebook. You can then access the book through My Bookshelf in Adobe Reader.
How do I get help if I get a problem?
Refer to EBL Troubleshooting and if you still have a problem contact Library eServices:
- Fill in our Report a problem form
- Ring Library eServices ph 3642987 ext 8603 (Mon-Fri 8.30am - 5pm)