Research Databases Troubleshooting

Access Problems

·        Library Web Page:  you must access the online resources from the library web page.  If you type in the address or use a bookmark, the resource may not recognize you.

·        Referring URLs:  Security software must be set to accept referring URLs.  That is, the vendor site must be able to record a url onto your computer.  You may have to configure your security software to accept the referrer url.  If you have questions, try the following:

·        Check your security programs help file or instruction book.

·        Click on the help or contact us links on the resource home page.  Many vendors provide assistance.

·        Look at the following web links for more information:

·        Symantec - tips

·        Dakota County Library - tips

 

Common Browser Problems

·         Cookies: Is your browser set to take cookies? Double check your browser preferences to ensure they are not set to "reject cookies."  To allow cookies in Internet Explorer 7 (the latest version), follow these instructions.

·         Javascript: Is javascript enabled on your browser? Most databases will not work with javascript turned off. [This page shows you how to enable the javascript option in your browser.]

·         Browser: Are you using an older browser? Most electronic resources only work on more recent browser releases (4.0 and up).

·         Cache: Try clearing your cache memory, exiting out of your browser and restarting it, and double-checking that you have not lost your connection to the Internet.

·         Internet Provider: If you have AOL you may need to contact your provider for tips.  Our internet resources do not work with WebTV.

Common Patron/Barcode Problems

·         Do not leave any spaces or dashes when entering your library barcode.

·         Is your library card active? If you have not used your card for some time we may no longer have your barcode on file. Please call the library to check. 837-3457

Still Not Working?

·         E-mail us at gadml@midland-mi.org.