Overview

AUT’s Softlink catalogue can only be used by one person at a time because we have a single-user licence, so we ask all librarians to book a time slot using our Bookings page. Each session is limited to 2 hours to make sure everyone gets a fair go.

This booking system helps us organise access and avoid clashes. It makes it easy to lock in a time when you can jump in and add or update records in AUT's Digital Theses Repository.


Booking Link

Book a Time Slot – AUT Softlink Catalogue


Why Booking Is Required

  • The Softlink Library system only allows one active login at any time.

  • Without bookings, multiple users may attempt to sign in simultaneously, blocking access for others.

  • Bookings help us coordinate use and prevent access issues.


How to Book

  1. Go to the booking page (link above).

  2. Select an available date 

  3. Select an available time slot.

  4. Enter your details

  5. Click Book to confirm the booking.

  6. You'll receive a confirmation email with the link to the Softlink catalogue and usage instructions.



Important Guidelines

  • Use only your allocated time slot. Please do not start early or go overtime.

  • Sign out when finished. The system does not automatically log you out.

  • Do not attempt simultaneous access. Our licence supports only one user at a time.

  • If you're unable to use your booked time, please notify AUT as early as possible so the slot can be made available to others.


Accessing the Softlink Catalogue


Documentation & Help

ACT Digital Theses Repository Instructions for Librarians.docx
Refer to this document for step-by-step instructions on how to add/edit records in the system.

For further assistance, please contact research@aut.edu.au.