Depending on your library, RSA may have multiple different eBook & eAudioBook vendors integrated into RSAcat, including OverDrive/Libby and The Palace Project.  If you have ever downloaded an eBook from Alliance Digital Media Library (ADML) site, you have used OverDrive.  

To start using eBooks, you will need to first setup your computer/devices and possibly sign up with the vendor on their site.  This allows your eBook account to syncronize between RSA's servers and the eBook vendors servers.  If you have an existing account created via ADML or eRead Illinois, that account for that vendor is already setup.

To create an account with ADML (OverDrive/Libby):

• Just sign in with your exisitng library card ID (starts with a D) and your RSAcat PIN/Password. 
• https://allianceil.libraryreserve.com/10/50/en/SignIn.htm?URL=Default%2ehtm
• Check the OverDrive help page for specific information on using their site, plus a good "Getting Started" section to help you setup your device to work with ADML/OverDrive titles.
• https://help.overdrive.com/?Sup=http://alliance.lib.overdrive.com/Support.htm
• The directions above also include instructions for the Libby App

 

Getting Started with the Palace App (eRead Illinois)

1) Download: The Palace Project app is available in both the Apple App Store for iOS phones and tablets and the Google Play Store for Android phones and tablets.

2) Connect: Open the Palace app, tap “Find Your Library,” and type or scroll to find your library’s name to access their collection of ebooks and audiobooks.

3) Browse: Browse available titles by selecting any of the headings to view additional or related titles. Or, search for a specific title by selecting the magnifying glass in the upper right corner of the screen.

4) Borrow: Select the desired title and click “Get.” If your book is currently unavailable, click “Reserve” to place a hold. After choosing to get or reserve a title, you will be prompted to sign in with your library barcode number (starts with a D  and password/PIN.

5) Read: Once your book has been downloaded, click “Read” or “Listen” and enjoy! Borrowed titles can be easily accessed by selecting “My Books” at the bottom of the screen. www.thepalaceproject.org