Free wireless Internet access is available at the Raymond M. Blasco, M.D. Memorial Library.

You will need your own laptop computer or other wireless device with a 802.11a, 802.11b or 802.11g wireless network card as well as your library card number or email address to connect to the network.

In general, you will launch your web browser to establish a connection to our wireless controller. The library's wireless login screen will appear. You will have to enter either your library card number or email address in the space provided at the left. Enter your phone number in the password space.

By signing into the wireless network, users agree to abide by the Erie County Public Library Internet Use Policy.

Limitations and Disclaimers:

Most public areas of the Blasco Library are serviced by the wireless network but there may be areas where the signal is weak. If you feel that the wireless reception is inadequate try moving to another location within the library.

Printing is not available to wireless users. If you need to print, save the information to a flash drive or floppy disk and take it to the Internet Lab on the second floor. You will have to sign into one of the lab computers to print your document. You may have to wait for an available computer.

Be aware that the wireless network is not secure. Information sent from or to your computer may be captured or monitored by others. The Library recommends that you do not use a public network to transmit personal or financial data. We also recommend that you disable file sharing while using the network. The Library assumes no responsibility for the safety of your computer or wireless device or their configurations resulting from connection to the Library's wireless access.

Library staff is not able to provide technical assistance for wireless access. Patrons are responsible for the setup and configuration of their own equipment. The Library cannot accept the liability of changing settings on your computer equipment.