Unsure which username or password to use when logging in to library databases or when requesting a book? On this page you'll find descriptions of the kinds of logins you'll need.
- ID for logging into library databases (Academic Search Premier, J-STOR, Lexis-Nexis, etc.)
- ID for logging into library catalogs (CardinalCat, I-Share) and Interlibrary Loan
- ID for logging into library computers
ID for logging into library databases (Academic Search Premier, J-STOR, Lexis-Nexis, etc.)
On Campus
If you're using a computer in Oesterle Library or anywhere on the North Central College campus, you should never be prompted to log in to a database. If you do see a login screen in a library database while you're on campus, please come up to the Information Services Desk, or contact us by phone, chat, or email so that we can help you gain access to the database.
Off-Campus
If you're off-campus, you can still use library databases, but you'll have to log in using either your campus network ID and password or your library ID number.
When attempting to log in to library databases, you should see a login page that looks like this:
Your campus network id is the username and password that you use to log in to computers on campus. Your username should be in this format: first letter of first name, first letter of middle name, last name. If your name was John Paul Smith, your username would be jpsmith. Your should have set your password yourself. If you're unsure what your password is, try resetting it.
Your Library ID number is the 14-digit number located near the barcode on your North Central ID card. It should look something like this:
If you've tried using your network ID and your library ID number, but still can't log into library databases, please contact us by phone, chat, or email so we can help you gain access to the database.
If you don't see the page above, you should contact us by phone, chat, or email so that we can help you gain access to the database. Or, see our troubleshooting guide for accessing databases from off campus.
ID for logging into library catalogs (CardinalCat, I-Share, Renew Books/MyAccount) and Interlibrary Loan
To request or renew books, or to place a request for a book via ILL, use your library ID to login. Your Library ID number is the 14-digit number located near the barcode on your North Central ID card. It should look something like this:
If you're still having trouble logging in, please contact us by phone, chat, or email so we can help you.
ID for logging into library computers
Use your campus network id to log in to computers in the Oesterle Library building. Your campus network id is the username and password that you use to log in to computers on campus. Your username should be in this format: first letter of first name, first letter of middle name, last name. If your name was John Paul Smith, your username would be jpsmith. Your should have set your password yourself. If you're unsure what your password is, try resetting it.
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