The Library provides 54 free, high-speed Internet computers for use by Library members. Members are allotted up to 90 minutes per day of access. Internet users must abide by the Library's Internet Policy. Printing is available for a charge using the Library’s print/photocopy Vendcard system.

All Internet computers are equipped with:

• Internet Explorer Web browser
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Ability to use USB devices to save or attach files
• Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).

For Library Visitors Ages 13 and Up:
There are three types of computers available for library visitors ages 13 and older:

90-minute Computers (38 available)
30-minute Computers (5 available)
90-minute Computers Reserved for qualified patrons through the American Disabilities Act (2 available)

Use your Library Card and PIN number to sign in  Your PIN is your birthdate in MMDDYYYY format, by default.
Sessions end automatically.

For Library Visitors Ages 13 to 17:
Teens ages 13-17 are also able to access six 90-minute Computers in the Teen Center.

For Library Visitors Ages 8 to 12:
Parental permission is required for children ages 8-12 to use the Internet in the Library. Please complete the Internet Permission Form and bring it to the Children's Information Desk to be kept on file for your child.

There are four computers that may be used for up to 75 minutes per session. After the Internet Permission Form has been submitted, use your Library Card barcode and PIN number to sign in.

For Library Visitors Ages 7 and Younger:
Children ages 7 and younger are not eligible to have their own Internet sessions, but when appropriate, may share parents’ Internet sessions.

Printing From a Library Computer
Follow these steps to print from any Library computer:

1. Use the Print options within the application in use to print the document. A Print Control window will pop up on screen.
2. In the Name field, enter a User ID of your choosing.
3. Select Print Document. A confirmation will appear.
4. Visit the Pay for Print Station at the Library within 2 hours of sending the document for printing. There is one station at the Technology Center, and another station in the Print/Copy Room.
5. To obtain the document from the Pay for Print Station, insert cash or a vend card (on sale inside the Print/Copy Room), and enter the User ID you selected for your print request. Prints are $0.15 each.

Printing From a Personal Computer
To print a document from a personal computer from any location either inside or outside the Library, follow these steps:

1. Visit www.printspots.com/library-sunnyvale
2. Select Use this Printer.
3. Under the heading Document or Web Page, select what is to be printed in one of two ways:
        A. To print a Web-based document, copy the URL (Web address) and paste it here.
        B. To print a document on your computer or other Internet-enabled device, select Browse and navigate to the document's location.
4. Under the heading, Enter Your Network ID for Document Pickup, enter a User ID of your choosing.
5. Select Next. Your print job will appear in the tracking center on the right.
6. Select Print. The message "Your document has been sent to the printer" will appear.
7. Visit the Pay for Print Station at the Library within 2 hours of sending the document for printing. The station is located in the Print/Copy Room, down the hallway to the right of the Technology Center.
8. To obtain the document from the Pay for Print Station, insert cash or a vend card (on sale inside the Print/Copy Room), and enter the User ID you selected for your print request. Prints are $0.15 each.

Word Processing for Children
Students in 8th grade and below may sign up at the Children's Information Desk for one hour per day on the Children's Word Processing PC, featuring Microsoft Word 2002.

Wi-Fi Access
Library visitors who bring a laptop computer or other Internet-enabled device have free access to the Library's wireless Internet network. Agreement to the Library's Wi-Fi policy is required to use this network.

The wireless network is free to all Library visitors. Speeds will vary depending on your location within the Library and the number of simultaneous users. Power outlets are available throughout the Library. Please remember to exercise courtesy when using your laptop or mobile device, turn sound off or use headphones at a low volume, and do not string a power cord across walking paths.

Need help connecting to the "Sunnyvale-Library" wireless network? View the Guidelines to Access the Sunnyvale Library Wireless Network.