Why can I not log on to the databases?
Answer
Possible issues include:
- There's something wrong with your Connections login information.
- To access the Library's databases and eResources, you must be a currently registered student, faculty, or staff member. Make sure you're using your Connections login information to access the Library databases, and that there aren't any typos in your credentials.
- There's an error from the cookies in your browser.
- Try clearing your cache and then exiting and re-opening your browser. (You can learn how to clear your cache from here: https://library.webster.edu/tech-resources/help.) If you still encounter problems, try a different browser. (We often recommend Firefox.)
- There's something wrong with your connection.
- Make sure your connection to the internet is stable.
- Sometimes database connection errors can occur from protected networks (like work internet or VPNs). Try accessing the databases again in a different environment.
- If you see the error message "ERR_CONNECTION_RESET", try clearing your cache or trying a different browser.
- There's something wrong with the database.
- Unfortunately, sometimes connection errors happen, and it's up to the databases to fix them. Report a Technical Issue to us or try the database again later to see if the issue has resolved.
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