Create a new page
Create a classroom
Create a syllabus
Create a group project
Use another template

Using portable devices

Using portable devices

What portable devices does OverDrive work with?

Any device that supports Windows Media Format is compatible. See OverDrive's Known Compatible Devices list for a list of supported devices.

If a device isn't on that list, you might be able to use it by burning the audiobook to CD, loading the files into the appropriate software, and transferring the files to the device.

Top

How do I transfer the book to a supported device?

You must have your supported audio device installed on your PC before you can transfer your audio book.

In addition, the book's Digital Rights Information notice must contain the notice "This title can be transferred to a portable device during the lending period". (Some publishers require us to disable "Transfer to device" functionality.)

These instructions are for OverDrive Media Console version 2.1. Transferring files to a portable device is greatly simplified with the use of OverDrive Media Console v2.1, which is available to download now. Instructions for older versions of the OverDrive Media Console are available on the WPLC Digital Books Help Basics page.

Once you've downloaded your audio book, it is available within the OverDrive Media Console to transfer to your audio device. Simply select the audio book you would like to listen to and choose "Transfer" on the toolbar.