ARCIS Manuals
ARCIS will be deployed on an incremental schedule during 2008 and 2009.
- ARCIS launches at the Philadelphia FRC with the Reference Requests module only. Read the Philadelphia Reference Request FAQs.
This manual provides step-by-step instructions on how to log in, get around, and use ARCIS to submit reference requests.
- Download the Manual (Version 1.0)
The manual will be updated periodically. Please check back frequently to be sure you have the most recent version.
Get Help
Need help with ARCIS? Download tutorials and attend training webinars. Learn More....
The ARCIS Help Desk can assist you with any ARCIS-related issues including logging in, resetting your password, getting training, and more.
Contact the ARCIS Help Desk:
- E-mail: arcishelp@nara.gov
- Telephone: 314-801-9300
- Hours: Monday to Friday
7 a.m to 5:30 p.m. (Central Time)
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ARCIS Launch
Take a look to see when ARCIS is coming to your local FRC.
October 2008 — Philadelphia
January 2009 — Atlanta, Chicago, Seattle
March 2009 — Dayton (both FRCs), Denver, Pittsfield
May 2009 — Riverside, San Bruno, WNRC
July 2009 — Boston, Ft. Worth, Lee's Summit, Lenexa
October 2009 — NPRC (St. Louis)