Update: This issue has been resolved 9/6/2023.
There is an error when you initially log into Lexi-Comp through the proxy server. This error will disappear if you click on the "Home" link on the Lexi-Comp menu (see print screen below). The database does work once you return to the Home screen.
On Friday, August 4th from 10-11:00pm EBSCO will be performing maintenance on their ebook downloads system. During this time, users will not be able to download full ebooks. You will still be able to read ebooks in the online viewer and download ebook chapters.
When: Thursday, July 27 at 1 am to 2 am PT
What: SirsiDynix
is updating the catalog server.
Impact: During
this time, you will not be able to access the catalog.
You will still be able to search and
access electronic material through the Electronic Resources webpage and
the Discovery Service search box on
the library website.
UPDATE: The upgrade is complete. You can now access your catalog account. 7/10/23 8:15am
When: Monday, July 10 at 7 am PT for 1 to 3 hours
What: We are upgrading our Symphony system to the latest version.
Impact: During this time, you will not be able
to access your catalog account to place holds or renew
items.
You will still be able to search and access electronic material
through the Electronic
Resources webpage and the Discovery
Service search box on the library website.
If you have questions about your holds or renewing books,
contact circ@westernu.edu.
EBSCO will be performing maintenance to the personalization database on Thursday, June 29 from 3:00 am to 3:30 am PDT. During this time, users will be able to access EBSCO interfaces using personal user authentication, however, they will be logged in as institutional users.In addition, the following features will be unavailable during the maintenance window:* Session Folders/Custom Folders* Search and journal alerts* Saved searches* Saved persistent links* eBook checkouts and holds* Saved preferences
UPDATE: EBSCO ebooks are now loading. 6/22/23 10:50 am
EBSCO ebooks are not loading and giving a 503 error. EBSCO is aware of the problem and working on a fix. We will update this blog when we receive more information.
When: Thursday, June 29 from 1 am to 2 pm PT
What: The Online Catalog will not be available due to scheduled
maintenance.
Impact: During this time, you will not be able
to access your catalog account to place holds or renew items.
You will still be able to search and access electronic material
through the Electronic
Resources webpage and the Discovery
Service search box on the library website.
If you have questions about your holds or renewing books,
contact circ@westernu.edu.