Go to this site to open the WITS ICT services' publications with full instructions on how to use computers at Wits. You can download, or read IT guides for students or staff, and find the Acceptable Use policy.
The Witwatersrand Health Sciences Library is fully covered for WiFi access, and there are power points at each work station, where you can charge your tablet or cell phone. There is also WiFi coverage in the medicinal garden outside.
For details on how to set up your access, please download one of the booklets produced by WIts Information and Communications Technology ( WITS ICT). There is a booklet for staff, and one for students, with links below.
Please note that the librarians are not qualified to set up, or trouble shoot WiFi access for you. If you cannot resolve a problem yourself
- you can take your tablet to the WITS ICT at the WITS ICT Offices on 3rd floor of Medical School or at WITS ICT Solomon Mahlangu House, Braamfontein.
- phone ITS ICT help line (011717 1717/2495/2785) or
- log a call online itstudenthelp@wits.ac.za
DO IT YOURSELF LINKS
*Reset your password at any time: https://passwordreset.wits.ac.za/default.aspx (Staff need to first register at https://passwordregistration.wits.ac.za )
*Register your new or existing mobile device at: https://mobileselfservice.wits.ac.za
*Log your own call on our portal: https://witshelp-ism.saasiteu.com
eResources available 24/7 https://libguides.wits.ac.za/whsl-eresources
Enquiries/Queries: 0117172348
WHSL
| Monday | 08h00-23h00 |
| Tuesday | 08h00-23h00 |
| Wednesday | 08h00-23h00 |
| Thursday | 08h00-23h00 |
| Friday | 08h00-18h00 |
| Saturday | 08h30-17h00 |
| Sunday | 14h00-20h00 |
CLOSED ON ALL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
Chris Hani Baragwanath Library
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday 08h00-16h00
Wednesday CLOSED
Thursday 08h00-16h00
Friday CLOSED
WHEN CLOSED ENQUIRIES Tel. 0117172348
Please read notice boards in the library for changes to library hours.
If you need hands-on help, please visit in person at the Information Desk in the library or phone 011 717 2348.
HOW TO CREATE A LIBRARY PIN
Step by Step Process
Go to : http://www.wits.ac.za/library/
Click on the box My Account (scroll down to the middle of the screen – box on your right hand side)
Enter your surname/ staff or student number / create a Pin of 6 or more numbers (Numbers only)
Requires a verification of the Pin you setting x 2
Once done it will open your library record.
Your Library PIN in is now set to access resources off the Wits Network.
If You have set a Library Pin before and have forgotten it - click the link forget your pin.
An email will be sent to your Wits email account with a link for you to reset your Library Pin.
This search tool allows you to find content from the library catalogue, all the library’s databases, journals, ebooks, the institutional repository WIReDSpace, and unique digital collections only available in the Wits library.
The link below opens a form. Fill in as much detail as possible, fully describing your problem, or asking your question. Please include as much detail as possible about yourself, including your Wits staff or student number, your field of study, and your affiliation to Wits.
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