Computer Workstations and Research Pod
General Workstations
The eight computer workstations on the south end of the first floor are for WashU/Medical Center students, faculty and staff only – a WashU Key username and password or BJC-net login is required for sign-in. The workstations feature standard office productivity and web browser applications.
Research Pod
The Research Pod is a cluster of customized Macs and PCs on the west side of the library’s first floor that provide free access to a core set of statistical, research, and presentation software packages. Visit the Research Pod page for more information.
Rules for Computer Use
We ask that patrons abide by the following rules when using research pod stations provided by Becker Library:
- The research pods are intended to provide access to the specialized software. If you are not using one of these programs, please be considerate of others and use one of our other computers.
- Please do not unplug the machinery. External monitors are available on the first, second, and fourth floors.
- Treat the area with respect. If you eat or drink while using the computers, please clean up after yourself.
- Please don’t attempt to reserve a machine while going to lunch, class, or lab. If you do, don’t be surprised if we remove your belongings.
- Your data is your responsibility. For security reasons, these computers are reset regularly, resulting in the loss of all user-created data.
Extend Your Display Stations
Dedicated stations exist on the first, second, and fourth floors of the library where you can attach your device to an external monitor. HDMI cables are provided. Adaptors and privacy screens are available for checkout at the Information Services Desk.
Wireless Internet Access
Secure Wireless Networks
- WUSM-secure – Washington University School of Medicine students, as well as non-student users migrated to Shared IT Services, can log onto the WUSM-secure network with their WashU Key accounts. WashU affiliates not yet migrated to Shared IT Services should contact their IT helpdesk for assistance with connecting to WUSM-secure.
- Eduroam – All Washington University affiliates can log onto the Eduroam network with their WashU Key credentials.
View secure wireless connection instructions
Guest (Non-Secure) Wireless Network
Visitors in the Medical Library can access the Guest open wireless network if their devices have built-in or added wireless network capability.
Helpful Links
Printing
Patrons may print from a Becker Library computer workstation. See Print and Copy for more.
Software
Becker Medical Library licenses and supports many different types of commercially available software. Some are web-based and others are available at specific computer workstations in the library. Please visit the Software page for a comprehensive list of the titles and information on where they can be accessed.