Advance notice - changes to authentication

The University Library is upgrading its authentication system on Tuesday 28 May to improve online security. This upgrade will bring the library's authentication systems more closely in line with those used across the University, and provide better security for our valuable range of online resources. 

All this really means is that the login screen that you see when you access MyLibrary or one of the online resources will look a little different. For some of our users, it also means that you will need to update your password, or register online for continued access to MyLibrary. 

University staff and students

For University staff and students the changes will be purely cosmetic, your login will continue to be your University ID and password. The only difference is a brand new look for the login screen itself.

Community and Alumni members

Community and Alumni Library members will be affected by the change. As of May 28th your existing password will no longer work. In order to continue logging in to MyLibrary (and for Alumni members, continued access to their range of online resources) members will need to update their password.

What does this actually mean?

• On May 28th you'll receive an email with a new, temporary password. The first time you login to MyLibrary (or an online resource) you will be prompted to change your password to one of your choice.
  [Please note: if this temporary password is misplaced, you can still use the "forgot my password" option to reset it.]
• In the username field, you can enter either your library card barcode or your registered email address. 

Once your password has been updated you will be able to continue logging in to MyLibrary as usual. 

Reciprocal Borrowing members

Reciprocal borrowing members will be affected by the change. While your membership is not affected, as of May 28th you will need to register for an account in order to continue logging in to MyLibrary. Registration is quick and easy:

• Go to the registration page.
• Create an individual account using the barcode from your library card.
  [Please note: the barcode will be the one on your home University ID card; however, if we've issued you a University of Adelaide Library card, you will need to use that barcode.]
• Once you have registered you will be able to login to MyLibrary. In the username field, enter either your library card barcode or registered email address. As part of the registration process you will be prompted to create your own password.

Year 11 and 12 students

Year 11 and 12 members will be affected by the change. While your membership is not affected, as of May 28th you will need to register for an account in order to continue logging in to MyLibrary. Registration is quick and easy:

• Go to the registration page.
• Create an individual account using the barcode from your library card.
• Once you have registered you will be able to login to MyLibrary. In the username field, enter either your library card barcode or registered email address. As part of the registration process you will be prompted to create your own password.

If you would like additional information on the change, please contact Ask Library on 8313 5759 or via email.