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Access to some of our specialized databases requires a specific and unique username/password combination, instead of your usual BCIT credentials. However, this username/password usually can’t be divulged due to license restrictions. In order to overcome this limitation, the BCIT Library uses the Onelog software. The basic steps to access those specific, Onelog-compatible databases are as follows:
For PC/Windows:
You will need to download and install the Onelog software on your computer/device. As part of the installation, make sure to also install the browser plugins for Chrome and/or Firefox, depending on which browser(s) you use. This installation is done only once per computer.
Once the installation is completed, you'll be able to access the databases you want to search by using the link provided by the library. Onelog should automatically spring into action and fill in the username and password fields for you.
Please see the installation instructions on the "Onelog on PC" tab to get started.
For Mac computers and mobile devices:
You will need to register for the Onelog mobile service, and then download and install the Onelog mobile application. Please follow the instructions on the "Onelog on Mac and mobile devices" tab to get started.
Onelog is also pre-installed on all Library PCs (laptops and desktops) as well as in DTC labs - 350, 374, 375, 484 .
1) Download the Onelog software here.
2) Click on the downloaded file. This will launch an installer which will guide you through the next steps.
3) After the main software is installed, your browser(s) should launch and prompt you to install the Onelog browser extension(s). If they do not, visit this site in each browser to download and install the extension(s).
Note: Please do not skip this step as a browser extension is required in order to use Onelog.
4) When prompted to log in, type in your BCIT email prefix as username (that is, the first part of your email, without the “@my.bcit.ca” or “@bcit.ca” part) and your usual BCIT password. You should then be able to access all of our Onelog-compatible databases. Typically, the databases will present you with a login page, but the username and password will have already been filled by Onelog. You may still need to click on a "Log in" or “OK” button to confirm and enter the database.
If you have installed the Onelog software and its browser extension(s) and are still unable to access the databases, please see the “Troubleshooting” tab. If you are still having issues, please contact libsys@bcit.ca.
Note: Onelog is currently not compatible with MacOS devices. Instead, we recommend using the mobile version, which should be compatible with most iPhone and Android smartphones.
Also note that some of our databases may only be available on the PC version of Onelog.
To get started with the mobile version of Onelog:
If you’re having issues installing Onelog, please contact libsys@bcit.ca.
Note: These tips apply to the use of Onelog on PC/Windows.
- If you have already installed Onelog and it does not appear to be working, check the Windows system tray at the bottom right of your screen. If the Onelog icon is not present at all, open the Windows Explorer, go to C:\Program Files (x86)\ITS\Onelog\Client\ and double-click on LoginApplication.exe.
- If the Onelog tray icon shows a small yellow triangle instead of a green check mark, please ensure that you are using the right credentials by right-clicking the icon and choosing "Login". If the problem persists, restart your computer.
- Verify that the Onelog browser extension has the required permissions to interact with all the databases you visit. On chrome, in the top right corner, click on the blue Onelog icon and make sure that Onelog can "read and change data" on "all sites". In Firefox, do Ctrl-Shift-A and check the Onelog add-on for permissions.
- Sometimes, the Onelog icon gets a blue checkmark with a "logging in" message, but it never actually logs in. The solution:
- Start the Task Manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Esc.
- In the "Process" tab, find "LoginApplication.exe". Right-click on it and choose "End Process"
- Restart Onelog from the Start menu.
- If Onelog appears to be installed correctly but does not work with any of the resources, try the following:
- Go to the Windows Start menu > Accessories > Command Prompt.
- Type regedit and click Enter.
- In the pane on the left, click on the arrows to navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE > SOFTWARE > Wow6432Node > ITS > Onelog > Client.
- At this point you should see the following highlighted settings. If not, change as needed.
If all else fails, please contact libsys@bcit.ca.
If BCIT Library doesn’t own the book or journal article that you need, we will borrow it from another library. This service is available at no charge for BCIT students and employees.
If you have searched the Library's First Search and the item you need is not listed, use our online forms to:
Request the item or copy the citation and send an email request to interlib@bcit.ca. Specify the date you need the material by in your note.
Video and DVD materials may be borrowed from other libraries for research and classroom presentations only. Requests must be made through your instructor.