Overview
You can download WMA eAudiobooks (for MP3 players) and MP3 eAudiobooks (for MP3 players and iPods) to your computer. Once you've downloaded the eAudiobooks files to your computer, you can transfer them to a portable audio device, such as an MP3 player or an iPod. To download or play eAudiobooks on your computer, you need one of the following:
Apple iphone and iPod users will also need to install iTunes in order to transfer eAudiobooks to their portable devices.
NetLibrary eAudiobooks Guide for Library Users (pdf file).
To access eAudiobooks from your home computer you need:
Create an account.
NetLibrary Media Center
NetLibrary Media Center is your personal key to your library's NetLibrary eAudiobooks. Media Center is an application that you can download and install on your personal computer at no cost. It is not required to use eAudiobooks, but it makes them easier and more fun to use.
Media Center lets you:
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Browse and search your library's eAudiobook collection.
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Click once to download eAudiobooks to your computer or portable listening device.
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Listen to and manage your downloaded eAudiobooks without connecting to the Internet.
Media Center:
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Is fully integrated with the NetLibrary website for the latest, most complete information about your library's eAudiobooks.
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Shows you when your portable device is connected and ready to receive eAudiobook files.
Online demo of NetLibrary Media Center (6 minutes).
Check computer system requirements for Media Center.
Download and install free required software.
Check out and download eAudiobooks.
FAQs
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What is the average size of an eAudiobook?
125-150 MB. For example, a 2 GB player can hold an average of 13 average size audiobooks.
Note: Some fiction may be 2-3 times the average size. Rule of thumb: 15 MB date / hour of audio playback.
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How many downloads can a patron have at any given time?
Each patron can have a maximum of 10 downloads within a 21 day period.
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Does a patron have to download the audiobook again if they haven't finished listening to it after 3 weeks?
No. Just renew the license from the Media Center or through their portable device.
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At what point during the 3 week checkout period does the "renew license" option appear? Where is the license file located?
The option becomes available immediately. The patron can go back to the item via "My Checked Items" and the option will appear on the details screen.
Will the files automatically be deleted from my computer and portable device after the due date?
Not necessarily due to the wide range of systems and portable devices. You may need to manually delete the files due to space constraints.
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Do download times vary from the posted time?
Download times may vary widely depending on the Internet connection, computer system and other factors.
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Will any new eAudiobooks be added?
Yes, about 30 new titles will be added each month.
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I'm having trouble with downloading the required files to my computer system. What should I do?
Our Librarians are happy to help you through the steps of downloading your eAudiobooks. However, if your questions are related to your computer system, please contact the NetLibrary support team at 1-800/848-5800,
options 1, 4, 1, 1. Support for the NetLibrary website and Media Center software is available Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm CST.
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What number should I call for Tech Support?
Our Librarians can help you set up an account and answer questions regarding downloading and selecting titles. You may reach us by phone at 630/393-1171 x106 during Library hours.
If your questions are related to your computer system or portable listening device, please contact the NetLibrary support team at 1-800/848-5800, options 1, 4, 1, 1. Support for the NetLibrary website and Media Center software is available Monday-Friday, 7am-5pm CST.
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