Printing and Scanning
How to Print from Library Computers
- Print your work as you normally would. A pop up window will appear on your screen confirming the cost of your job and allowing you to cancel if necessary. NOTE: To save paper and money, duplex printing (both sides of the page) is available.
- In the pop up window, enter the "Owner name" and "Job name." This information will help you identify your print job and distinguish it from work being printed by other users.
- Go to the designated Print Release Workstation.
- Enter your NetID.
- Swipe your Mav Express Card.
- Select your print job from the list (based on the "Owner name" and "Job name" you created in step #2).
- Your job will begin printing. The first page will be a cover sheet listing your Owner name, Job name, how many pages you printed, how much it cost, how much money you have remaining on your Card, and other details.
Printing from Your Laptop or Other Devices
MobilePrint integrates with the existing Office of Information Technology (OIT) printing system to enable users to print documents, images, and email messages using email or a web capable devices, which includes smartphone, tablets, laptops, and desktop. For more information please see:
Printing Locations
- Central Library, 8.5x11 or 11x17 - 2nd floor; poster/plotter - 1st floor
- West Campus Library
- Science and Engineering Library
For additional locations, see OIT Academic Computing.
Prices
Print Color | Paper Size | Print on Sides | Price per page |
---|---|---|---|
Black & White |
8.5 in. x 11 in. |
Single |
4¢ |
Black & White |
8.5 in. x 11 in. |
Double |
6¢ |
Black & White |
11 in. x 17 in. |
Single |
12¢ |
Black & White |
11 in. x 17 in. |
Double |
18¢ |
Color |
8.5 in. x 11 in. |
Single |
24¢ |
Color |
8.5 in. x 11 in. |
Double |
36¢ |
Color |
11 in. x 17 in. |
Single |
48¢ |
Color |
11 in. x 17 in. |
Double |
72¢ |
Poster/Plotter | Up to 42 in. wide and up to 125 in. long | Single | Matte: 15¢ per linear inch Gloss: 23¢ per linear inch |
Payment Methods
Pay-As-You-Go Printing
To pay for printing services, users must load money onto their Mav Express card at the Mav Express Website or at the Mav Money vending machine on the second floor of Central Library (near the printers). The Mav Money vending machine accepts $1, $5, and $10 bills.
Print Card
Visitors without a Mav Express card can buy a Print Card from the Print Card vending machine located on the second floor of Central Library (near the printers). The Print Card costs $1 and will have a $0 balance. Clients can add as much money as they desire in increments of $1, $5, $10, or $20. The kiosk only accepts paper currency and gives no change.
NOTE: Plotters and 3D printers do not take print cards.
Refunds
If the printer malfunctions after you pay for your print job, you may be able to request a refund. A refund request for items printed in the Library should be submitted at the OIT Help Desk, located on the second floor of Central Library.
Alternatives to Printing
All of the Library and OIT public PCs have USB ports that support flash drives (a.k.a. pin or thumb drives). As an alternative to printing, students can save files to their own flash drive for future reference.
Scanners
- West Campus Library: KIC Scanner and Epson Expression 10000XL
- Central Library: KIC Scanners (1st and 2nd floors)
- Central Library FabLab: Epson Perfection V500 Photo
- Science and Engineering Library: KIC Scanner and Epson Expression 10000XL
See also, Scanning policy and procedures for Special Collections