Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find a book? 

Primo provides three details you need to find an physical item. They are the item's

1. location, or collection, within the library (ex: Course Reserves or Books Floor 3 or Juvenile Fiction or Video),

2. call number (ex: HV8025 .P74 2002 or E BEA or 13-7 pc or REC HOF

3. status (ex: Available or Check Holdings)

The location is very important because a call number could be placed in any of five collections. Having only a call number is like having a house number without a street name. 

See also:

• How do I use the call number?
• What if the item I need is checked out or missing?