Public Information Library - Centre Pompidou
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Connecting to Internet
Using the Bpi work-stations
Sign for Internet queue
There are 64 work-stations spread over the three floors of the Library.
They can be used by anyone except unaccompanied minors.
- Reserving a work-station is done on the spot on the day when it is needed.
- You must obtain a ticket to reserve a work-station from the General Information counter, in the entry-hall of the Library (on Level 1). The place where you queue for a ticket is marked on the floor.
- A session lasts 40 minutes.
The Internet Charter specifies the conditions of use.
Using your laptop
Lamp with socket to connect a laptop
You may use your own laptop in the Library.
You can recharge its battery because most of the lamps on the reading-tables are equipped with power sockets.
You cannot connect to the Library's information system for security reasons but you can connect to Internet using the Wi-Fi network, on the following conditions:
- Users of the Pompidou Centre and of the Bpi have the possibility of connecting to Internet for 1 1/2 hours a day free of charge, through a partnership with the Ozone Company. This time may be spread over different periods in the day.
Wi-Fi sign
In the pages concerning Wi-Fi at the Bpi, you will find details of the connection procedures and solutions to possible connection problems.
A new network has been installed that uses a frequency that is less subject to interference (802.11a in 5 GHZ). This network can be used by connecting to the Wi-Fi network "Centre Pompidou acces 2". You are advised to use this network if your computer is configured to allow you to connect to resources that use the 802.11a norm.