Computers & printing
Use a computer
The Library’s Computer Labs are open to all public library cardholders at no cost. Our computers provide access to the internet, the Library’s catalog, subscription databases, and the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and more. Reservations are not required, but Westmont cardholders may reserve a computer up to 3 days in advance by calling Adult Services at 630 869 6155.
In addition to our first floor lab, dedicated computers for patrons under 18 (and their accompanying adults) are available in Youth & Teen Services on the second floor.
Laptops
Laptops are available to borrow from the Main Desk for 1-day, in-Library use.
Guest passes
If you do not have a public library card, you can obtain a free, 1-day guest pass to use our computers by visiting the Main Desk, Adult Desk, or Youth & Teen Desk.
Access the internet
Enjoy free wireless internet access throughout the building and parking lot. Look for the WiFi network named WPL-Wireless; no additional information is required to log in. Users of the Library’s internet connection via WiFi or the Computer Labs agree to abide by our Public Use of the Internet Policy.
Print, scan, fax, and laminate
Standard printing
Printing in our first and second floor Computer Labs costs $0.10 per page for black and white and $0.50 per page for color. You can print from our lab computers, from a laptop or mobile device over WiFi inside the Library, or from home with our web printing service.
Large format printing
Large format printing, up to 24″ wide, is available to SWAN cardholders at a cost of $0.75 per linear inch, rounded to the nearest dollar. You can submit a print job via email or in person. For more details, visit the Makery’s Poster Printer page.
Faxing & scanning
Visitors have free access to our scanner/fax machine in the first floor Computer Lab. The machine is self-serve, and there is a limit of 5 pages for faxing.
Laminating
Lamination pouches may be purchased at the Adult Desk for use with our self-serve laminator. Pouches are $0.25 each and are available in multiple sizes: letter (8.5 × 11), 5 × 7, 4 × 6, index card, ID badge, and business card.