Using library computers

All Solihull libraries have computers and free wifi.

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Using library computers

Library members get free computer access, why not join free of charge.

If you have an online membership, we can change this to full membership so you can use our computers.

For non-library members there is a charge to use a computer.

Computers are available until 15 minutes before the library closes.

How much does it cost

Library members get up to 3 hours access a day for free. Sessions can be extended for a fee.

Our fees are on our library charges page.

What you can and cannot do

You cannot save work to our computers. However, you can:

  • save work to your cloud storage (such as OneDrive or Google Cloud)
  • email any documents to yourself

You can use a USB stick, but we will need to run a virus check before you connect it to the PC.

Selected computers come with Microsoft Office programmes such as Word and Excel.

Microsoft Ease of Access Centre is available on all computers, this includes a:

  • magnifier
  • narrator
  • onscreen keyboard

Book a computer

You can book a computer by:

If you have library membership, please bring your library card. 

Wifi

Our library wifi is free for everyone. 

Wifi is not currently available at Smiths Wood Neighbourhood Library.

Conditions of use

Before using our computers or wifi, you will be need to accept the terms and conditions listed in our Internet Acceptable Use Policy.