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eBook Collections

This guide provides a introduction on how to find ebooks at UCI Libraries.

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ProQuest Ebook Central

Ebook Central from ProQuest is a platform that offers access to thousands of the UCI Libraries' eBook collections.

Ebook Central (formerly EBL) Troubleshooting

This guide provides helpful information on searching, downloading, printing Ebook Central material.

Ebook Central (formerly EBL) Specifications

Ebook Central Login Page https://uci.ebookcentral.proquest.com
Login      Campus affiliates use UCInetID/Password. Guests on campus can access via guest login.
Read Online See Guide.
Download / Read Offline 

See Guide. If you are using a laptop or desktop, you will need Adobe Digital Editions (ADE).
When downloading, you will have access to the book for 14-days.

Note: we have run into issues with Adobe Digital Editions on library computers. Follow these steps: 1) Click "Help", 2) "Erase Authorization", 3)"Help", 4) "Authorize Computer", 5) Check "I want to authorize my computer without an ID."

Format PDF
Allows multiple concurrent users Each book has different restrictions. Some are unlimited simultaneous use, others limited to 3 or 1 user at a time. Any use restrictions should be noted in the Library Search record. You can also contact the library <https://uci.libanswers.com/form?queue_id=5485>  if you have questions.
Printing See Guide.
Copy and Paste See Guide.
Reader Requirements Enable cookies and Javascript on your browser
Notes Feature See Guide.
Highlighting    See Guide.
Accessibility See Guide
Searching    See Guide
Browsers Firefox, Internet Explorer, Chrome, Opera, and Safari
Create your own bookshelf See Guide. This allows you to see your browse history, books checked out, and create personal collections.