GIS Computer Hardware in the Libraries
NCSU Libraries has two workstations devoted to geospatial and numeric data services. The workstations have a full suite of ESRI and other necessary software installed. Although both workstations are intended to have the same setup, the configurations and software installations do gradually change over time until they are re-ghosted.
Both workstations are located in the Learning Commons on the first floor. You must ask a reference librarian to log you in. Since their assistance is required, you may only use this workstation when the reference desk is being staffed - See Reference Desk hours.
Large format plotting of maps or other documents is available in the Digital Media Lab (DML) using the lab's HP 5000 plotter - See DML Hours. The plotter uses 42" wide paper rolls. Cost is $8/linear foot of glossy paper. The best way to use the plotter is to save your map or document as a pdf, and take the pdf to the lab, making sure to embed all document fonts in the pdf (help).
Each workstation has Windows XP SP2 operating system and has DVD-RW/CD-RW, DVD-R, and 3.5 floppy drives, as well as USB ports and the ability to connect to Unity filespace. Patrons have "user" access to the computers, which gives you write access to the hard drive, but you cannot install or modify software. You should make back-up copies of important data.
If you have questions, trouble, or need any additional software or extensions installed, please contact Data Services.
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