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Using E-books

Procedures for how to download E-books to tablets or smartphones. This feature is available to HCU students only.

How Do I use E-books on My Laptop or Computer?

There no requirements to view an E-book online. In fact, if you just want to scan or review sections of the book, we do not recommend downloading. Just view it instead. For e-books from Ebsco, simply click the "E-book Full Text" link and you can view the resource. For ebrary e-books, simply click the book title and it will open in a reader.

1. Search and download your book.

   a. For Ebsco E-books, you will need to sign in with your Ebsco account.

   b. For ebrary: cick the Sign In button and login with your HCU network ID and password. Be sure to click the download button and read it. ProQuest bought ebrary and they have a very simple, striagthforward step-by-step process for downloading regardless of the device or PC.


NOTE: Checkout periods will vary. When the book is "due" it will become unusable and you will have to delete it. if you need more time, simply check it out again.

WARNING: Do not download E-books to library computers! You will be unable to download to any other device until the checkout period expires. You will have to view it instead until the due date expires.