Z39.50 Cataloging
The OCLC Z39.50 Cataloging service allows libraries to access WorldCat to search and retrieve MARC records for cataloging, edit records in their local systems, and set holding information in WorldCat.
- Get started
- Get started with the OCLC Z39.50 Cataloging service.
- Use Z39.50 Cataloging
- Find search tips and steps for database update implementation.
- Troubleshooting
- Find frequently asked questions (FAQ) and troubleshooting steps (Troubleshooting).
- Can I access authority files with this service?
- Can I display holdings information for individual items?
- Can I edit/delete full records?
- Can I use CJK or other non-Latin alphabet software?
- Can my library use RCON and search-only authorizations?
- Does this service provide access to other OCLC databases?
- For authentication it says that "The service patron password is the password that must be used".
- How does OCLC Z39.50 Cataloging compare to OCLC Connexion?
- How do member libraries delete holdings?
- How do member libraries set holdings?
- Unable to download single bibliographic record from Z39.50 cataloging to Alma
- What are the URL addresses for Z39.50 access?