Optelec Magnifier (Orange Public Library & History Center Only)

• Low-vision reader
• No reservation necessary
• Located near the 2nd floor History Center
• Ask for assistance at the 2nd floor Adult Services Desk

Wireless Listening Device (Orange Public Library & History Center Only)

• For listening assistance at library programs in meeting rooms
• Available at the Lending Services Desk
• Please provide prior notice to staff before programs are scheduled to begin

Walker

• Adjustable walker with seat and basket for materials
• Available at all locations

 

Computers and laptops are available for valid library card holders at all Orange Public Library locations. The Orange Public Library & History Center (Main Library) has separate computer zones for adults, teens, and kids.  The Taft and El Modena Branch Libraries each have a single computer room that is open to all ages.

Using Our Computers and Laptops:

• A valid Orange Public Library Card is required (additional requirements apply when borrowing laptops – please see Laptop Borrowing Requirements below).  Orange Public Library cards are free and available to all California residents. Please visit our Library Card webpage for more information.
• Computer and Laptop OS: Microsoft Windows 10
• Microsoft Office 2019 available
• Internet access is provided as an informational and recreational resource.
• Patrons may bring personal USB flash drives to access and save their documents, images, etc.
• Library staff can provide basic technical assistance and search strategies. For technical assistance, please ask Library staff for help. Please do not shutoff computers or other Library devices or otherwise interfere with their expected operation.
• Please abide by the Orange Public Library Computer Internet Use Policy (10.02.2023) when using a computer or laptop.

Laptops (In Library Use only)

Laptops can be checked out from the Lending Services Desk at the Orange Public Library & History Center or the One Desks at the El Modena and Taft Branch Libraries. Laptop peripherals such as power cables, USB wired mice, and USB external CD/DVD drives are also available to borrow with laptops, if needed.

Laptop Borrowing Requirements:

• Patrons must be 18 years of age or older and have a library card in good standing in order to borrow a laptop.
• Patrons must also present an official, valid photo I.D., which will be kept at the Lending Services or Branch One Desk while the laptop is checked out.

Headphones

Patrons are encouraged to bring their own headphones.  Children and teens may borrow headphones for their respective age computer zones at the Orange Public Library & History Center and for the shared computer zones at the El Modena and Taft Branch Libraries.  Adults can purchase earbuds for $1.00 (cash payment only) at the 2^nd floor Reference Desk of the Orange Public Library & History Center.

Print from a library desktop computer or wirelessly from any mobile devices such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones.

• Black/White prints: $0.20 per page
• Color prints: $0.50 per page
• Single-sided printing available only
• Payment Types Accepted:
  • CASH: $1.00 bills, quarters, dimes, and nickels accepted only.  If cash payment inserted does not match exact amount due, then the kiosk will dispense change as needed.
  • CREDIT CARDS*: Visa and MasterCard accepted. Tap to Pay including Google and Apply Pay also accepted.
    • *Note: A $1.00 minimum print job total is required to pay by credit card or with Google and Apple Pay.

Printing from a Library Desktop Computer

1. Sign onto a library desktop computer with a valid Orange Public Library card using the 14-digit number on the back of the card and a PIN (note: the default PIN is the library cardholder’s birthdate in this format: mmddyyyy).


2. Open any documents you’d like to print and send them to the “Smart Solutions Printer” (all library computers have this printer already selected by default). Recommended: Check the print previews of documents before sending them to be printed.
   
   • Note: All print jobs are sent to by default as black/white.  Number of copies is also not sent with the print jobs.  You can change to Color printing and increase the number of copies of your originals at the Print Kiosk station. 
   
   
3. Go to the nearest Print Kiosk station and login with the same Orange Public Library card info you used to sign into a library desktop computer.


4. Follow the kiosk on-screen options to select, pay for, and release your print jobs to the connected printer.

Wireless Printing

Method 1: Upload to the SmartAlec Mobile Print website from any personal computer/laptop or smart mobile device.

1. In any web browser, go to the SmartAlec Mobile Print website: https://smartalecplus.smartalecprint.com/?ID=OrangePublicCA

    

2. Existing Orange Public Library cardholders can login directly with their 14-digit Orange Public Library card number and PIN (note: the default PIN is the library cardholder’s birthdate in this format: mmddyyyy).



If you do not have a library card, click on Guest User to generate a printing-only Guest Card #.  Important!  Write down the Guest User Card # and the PIN # entered when creating your Guest Card account; you will need this information to log onto the Print Kiosk station at the library to retrieve and pay for your print jobs.

3. Next, upload documents to print via any of the four options available.  Make sure any documents you upload are displayed in the Uploaded Documents Ready to Print area; this is also how they will be displayed on the Library’s Print Kiosk station.


• Multiple File Upload – select and upload multiple files. File types allowed: pdf, doc, docx, xls, xlsx, ppt, pptx, csv, txt, html, rtf, jpg, jpeg, png, bmp, and heic.


• URL Webpage Upload – copy and paste the URL of any webpage you want to print. Note: Not all webpages have been formatted to be printer-friendly. Recommended: After uploading a webpage URL, check the preview provided in the Uploaded Documents Ready to Print area of the SmartAlec Mobile Printing website.


• Uploading via Email Attachment - You can attach and email document files to SmartAlec@SmartAlecPrint.com and these will be automatically uploaded to your SmartAlec account.


• When emailing attached documents to SmartAlec@SmartAlecPrint.com:


1. Use the exact email address in your SmartAlec account (check this under go to Hello [your name] -> Account at the top right)


2. Leave the Subject and Message Body both blank, including removing signatures.



Note: You must have a valid email address in your SmartAlec account to use this option. If there is no email address, it can be added by clicking the “add an email to your account” link as shown below.



• Uploading from Google Drive – Click Sign in with Google and sign in to your Google account when prompted. You can then select and upload any documents from your Google Drive to the SmartAlec Mobile Printing website.


4. Once all of the documents that you want to print are displayed in the Uploaded Documents Ready to Print area, you can proceed to any of the Library’s Print Kiosk stations. There are three Print Kiosk stations are the Orange Public Library & History Center and one Print Kiosk station each at the El Modena and Taft Branch Libraries.

Method 2: Upload to the SmartAlec app.

Download the SmartAlec app:

Print from iOS (Apple) Device

1. Log into the SmartAlec app using your library card number and PIN.
2. Navigate to the file or document you want to print (this might be saved in your Photo Library or Files app, for example).  Open the file or document to print and then tap the share/action button.
3. Select Print from the available options.
4. With two fingers on the preview image, pinch out to expand the preview.
5. Tap the share/action button and then select the SmartAlec app.
6. Tap Send once the document has finished converting to a PDF.
7. Open the SmartAlec app on your device to confirm your document is displayed in the queue.
8. Print your document at a Print Release Station in any Orange Public Library location.

Print from Android (Google) Device

1. Log into the SmartAlec app using your library card number and PIN.
2. Navigate to the file or document you want to print (this might be saved in your Gallery or My Files app, for example).  Open the file or document to print and then the More Options button.
3. Select Print, then click the down arrow in the upper right corner of the screen and select SmartAlec Printer as your printer choice.
4. Tap the round printer icon, then click Ok.
5. Open the SmartAlec app on your device to confirm your document is displayed in the queue.
6. Print your document at a Print Release Station in any Orange Public Library location.

Scanning is available for free at all three Orange Public Library locations. Documents can be scanned to a USB flash drive or sent to an email address.

The dedicated Scanning Station on the 2^nd floor of the Orange Public Library & History Center was generously donated by the Orange Public Library Foundation.  The Scanning Station offers a few more options for saving your scanned documents than our multifunction printer/copier/scanner machines.

Free Wi-Fi is available at all Orange Public Library locations. Wi-Fi is password-protected; a convenient QR code is available onsite to scan and quickly connect devices.  For assistance connecting to the Wi-Fi, please see Library staff at any one of our service desks. 

The Basics

You will need a Wi-Fi enabled mobile device such as a laptop, tablet, iPad or smartphone.  Some power outlets are available in the Library, but we suggest that your device be fully charged before visiting.  For safety reasons, we do not allow charging cables to run along the floor where people may trip over them.

Filtering

The Library’s Wi-Fi is filtered.  If you need unfiltered access, you will need to log on to one of our wired Internet computers.

Is the Wi-Fi private and secure?

The City’s Wi-Fi is not encrypted.  You should be aware that information sent wirelessly may be intercepted and seen by others.  Protect your data when using any public wireless network, and avoid transmitting credit card or other sensitive information.

Borrow a Mobile Hotspot to Access the Internet Anywhere

A mobile hotspot is a Wi-Fi device one can use to connect a mobile-enabled device to the Internet. The hotspots are portable, and Internet service is provided. The hotspot can only be used within the continental United States. The hotspot devices are configured to ensure compliance with the Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA). 

Guidelines for Borrowing and Use

• Borrower must be an adult (18+ years of age) with a library card in good standing.
• Borrower must sign the Lending Agreement at each checkout.
• Borrower is responsible for the hotspot and accessories during the lending period.
• Hotspots check out for three weeks and may be renewed up to two times (contingent upon Hold requests).
• Only one hotspot may be borrowed per card at a time. 
• The hotspot must be returned in person to staff at the Lending Services desk at the Orange Public Library & History Center or One Desks at the El Modena or Taft Branch Libraries. Hotspots may not be returned in any book drop locations. Doing so may result in borrower incurring fees for any damages.

What comes in a hotspot kit?

• Hotspot Device
• Charger/USB Cord
• Carrying Case
• Wrist Strap
• Quick Start Guide

Borrow a Home Connectivity Kit

Home Connectivity Kits are available for checkout. Each kit includes a Chromebook, a wired headset, a wired mouse, and a wireless hotspot. This all-in-one kit will help patrons apply for jobs, access homeschooling resources, or simply stay connected to information at home.

Guidelines for Borrowing and Use

• Borrower must be an adult (18+ years of age) with a library card in good standing.
• Borrower must sign the Lending Agreement at each checkout.
• Borrower is responsible for the Chromebook, hotspot, and accessories during the lending period.
• Kits check out for three weeks and may be renewed up to four times (contingent upon Hold requests).
• Only one kit may be borrowed per card at a time.
• The kit must be returned in person to staff at the Lending Services desk at the Orange Public Library & History Center or One Desks at the El Modena or Taft Branch Libraries. Kits may not be returned in any book drop locations. Doing so may result in borrower incurring fees for any damages.

What comes in a home connectivity kit?

• Acer Chromebook
• Hotspot Device
• Charger/USB Cord
• Wired Mouse
• Wired Headset
• Carrying Case

We offer portable power stations that can be borrowed and used inside the El Modena Branch Library for up to 4 hours per day. This technology offers cord-free power to charge laptops, tablets, phones, and more. The power station features a standard AC outlet, a USB-A charging port with Quick Charge 3.0 technology, and a USB-C PD charging port.

Requirements

You must be 18 years of age or older and have a library card in good standing to borrow a portable power station.  You must also present an official, valid photo I.D., which will be kept at the One Desk while the power station is on loan to you.

Questions?

Contact the El Modena Branch Library One Desk at (714) 288-2454.