This page covers how to access computers, printing, photocopying, and tech lending in the ARC Library. Though some tools, like PaperCut, are used across campus, the information here is specific to services and equipment available through the library.
The ARC Library provides access to a computer lab for student use.
To log in:
- You must be currently enrolled in at least one class at ARC*
- Use your W# and Los Rios password
Library computers include access to basic software such as Microsoft Office and web browsers.
For details, see: What software is available in the library computer lab?
Users must follow the Los Rios Community College District Computer and Internet Use Policy. If you leave your session unattended, library staff may log you out.
*Due to a system limitation related to our current virtual desktop configuration, students who are not enrolled in at least one ARC course cannot log in to library computers. This issue has been reported to college IT. While we hope it will be resolved in the future, in the meantime, students from other Los Rios colleges may use computers in the LRC Computer Lab.
The library lends out the following technology for the semester:
- Chromebooks
- TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculators
- TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculators
You must be currently enrolled at ARC to borrow these items.
You don’t need to place a request in advance – walk-ins are welcome. You can check availability or place a hold using OneSearch.
You can print using your PaperCut account as a currently enrolled Los Rios student.
- Black and white: $0.10 per page
- Color: $0.55 per page
You can print from:
- A personal device (available to all Los Rios students on campus Wi-Fi)
- A library computer (available only to ARC students – see the Computer Use FAQ on this page for more information)
After releasing your print job through PaperCut, pick it up from one of the printers near the Circulation Desk. Please take only your own printouts.
Need Step-by-Step Help?
See the following FAQs:
Photocopy machines are available for currently enrolled Los Rios students.
To use a copier:
- Log in with your W# and password.
- Use your PaperCut balance to pay for copies. Charges are the same as printing.
Library staff at the Circulation Desk are available to help with photocopying.