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Printing and
photocopying FAQs
[text-only
version for printing]
What do I need to print or make
photocopies?
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You will need a copy card that you can
purchase in the Copy Center.
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The printers and copiers do not take
coins.
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A copy card is needed for all printing
and copying in the Library.
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You will need a $1.00 bill the first time
you purchase a copy card; it will only have 50¢ value on it
because the other 50¢ goes to the cost of the plastic card
itself. However, you can add value to your copy card at any
time using dollar bills; see below.
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How do I purchase a copy card?
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You will need a $1.00 bill to purchase a card. The card costs 50¢ and you get
50¢ of printing (5 pages) with the first dollar.
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Keep
your card. You only buy the copy card ONCE. Any time after you have
purchased your card, you can add value in $1.00 increments. The dispenser
machine does not give change for larger bills ($5.00, $10.00 or more).
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Follow the instructions on the copy card dispenser to add
value to the card.
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I only have coins. (Or I only have
large bills) Where can I get a dollar bill to buy a copy card?
- Go to the
Circulation Desk for assistance.
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are long lines at the Circulation Desk, you may also go to
the Campus Inn or the Bookstore. As a last resort, library
staff can complete the “Request for Change” form for you to
take to the Cashier’s window at the Administration Building.
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How much does printing and
photocopying cost in the library?
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I have a card, now how do I
print from my computer?
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Send your Internet or Word
document to print (from your computer), with the FILE/PRINT command.
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Click OK.
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Another prompt will come up
on your screen to enter 'Release key entry" This can be any word
(less than14 characters) in lower case. You must type it twice to confirm
it.
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Go to the print workstation
(located in back corner), and press the ENTER key to
bring up the screen. Enter the same word (release key) you
entered at your computer. This will bring up your print job on the
screen.
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Insert your copy card.
Click on the print jobs you wish to print, and then click PRINT at the
bottom of the screen.
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Additional information:
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The library is not
responsible for lost cards.
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If in doubt about directions
for the printers or copiers, ask for assistance at the Circulation Desk.
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The library cannot refund
copies made to your card once they are completed.
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Check the settings for the
number and types of copies you request from the copier before beginning to
copy.
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Ask a Reference Librarian or a staff member at the Circulation Desk for information and assistance In the event of a printer or copier
malfunction.
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last update: JSM,
08/2009
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