OpenAthens Implementation
Summary
The Library has transitioned to a new mechanism for authentication to online library resources. All Library resources are now using OpenAthens.
OpenAthens provides secure and flexible access to licensed online resources via single sign-on (SSO) technology. It replaces our previous system, EZProxy.
It enables access to Library subscriptions directly from most large publisher websites as well as via links from the Library website, Library Search and your Resource Lists.
Launched: 20 August 2024
All Library resources are now using OpenAthens.
There is still some traffic via Ezproxy - these links will stop working very soon. Be sure to update your bookmarks and links in your reference management tools and documents.
Ezproxy expiry: January 2025
FAQs
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Questions
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You may not have noticed any difference. However a different link syntax is used for Library online resources, and you may need to sign in on campus occasionally. There are some specific scenarios where you might find a broken link.
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Information for Educators
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The Library has transitioned to a new method using OpenAthens for access to licensed content. One of the benefits is that you do not have to visit the Library website first for many of our major resource platforms.
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Some actions may be needed to ensure full functionality in your reference manager after the new system is launched.
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Some platforms with personal accounts require action.
Most require no intervention.
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When I use the institutional sign in and search for Bond it appears twice.
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To authenticate you to specific resources, OpenAthens collects your name and email address when you sign into the system.
Project Manager
Project Manager
Peta Hopkins
Manager Digital Library Services
