Student Printing Quick Start Guide

Navigating student life at Indiana State University just got easier with the efficient and convenient student printing service. Indiana State University provides numerous Print Release Stations across campus, enabling you to print documents from your laptop or mobile device seamlessly. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know to get started with student printing, from setting up your devices to releasing your print jobs.

Getting Started with Student Printing

Indiana State University’s student printing system is designed for ease of use and accessibility. To utilize this service, you will need to install a simple software on your laptop. Once set up, you can send print jobs from anywhere on campus to the central print queue. These jobs are securely held until you release them at any Print Release Station using your University ID or login credentials.

Understanding Your Print Allotment

To support student printing, the university provides a print allotment to each enrolled student at the start of every semester. This allotment ensures you have sufficient printing credits for your academic needs.

• Undergraduate Students: Receive a $20 allotment, equivalent to approximately 650 black and white pages.
• Graduate Students: Receive a $30 allotment, equivalent to approximately 1000 black and white pages.

Unused balances roll over from the Fall semester to the Spring semester, and from the Spring semester to the Summer semester, giving you flexibility in managing your printing credits throughout the academic year. However, it’s important to note that all print account balances are reset to zero at the end of the Summer semester. Unused print allotments are non-refundable, so plan your printing accordingly to maximize your benefit.

Finding Print Release Stations

Conveniently located throughout academic and common-use buildings, Print Release Stations are easily identifiable by large blue signs marked “Student Printing Station.” These stations are placed in accessible areas such as the Library and the Hulman Memorial Student Union (HMSU), as well as various academic buildings across campus. For a detailed list of locations, you can visit: Student Printer Locations.

Checking Your Print Balance

Keeping track of your print balance is simple. You can check your account balance anytime while on campus and connected to the ISU network. Just visit the PaperCut Web Client portal and log in using your University username and password: PaperCut Web Client. This tool allows you to monitor your print usage and manage your allotment effectively.

Setting Up Student Printing on Your Device

Before you can start printing, you’ll need to install the PaperCut Mobility Print software on your laptop. Follow the steps below based on your operating system:

Installation for Windows

1. Uninstall Previous Software: If you have used the older Pharos student printing system, it’s crucial to remove it first. Refer to this guide for removal instructions: Pharos Removal.
2. Download Mobility Print: Go to the Mobility Print download page: Mobility Print Software.
3. Run the Installer: Click “Download and Run Mobility Print” on the webpage and then open the downloaded installer file, usually found in your browser’s download section.
4. Follow On-screen Prompts: Proceed through the installation wizard until you see the “Finish” button.
5. Connect to Printers: Return to the Mobility Print webpage tab and click “Connect and get my printers.”
6. Open PaperCut Client: If a pop-up appears, click “Open PaperCut Mobility Print Client.”
7. Printer Installation Complete: The printers will automatically install on your Windows device. You are now ready to print.

Installation for Mac

1. Uninstall Previous Software: If you previously used the Pharos system, uninstall it first using these instructions: Pharos Removal.
2. Download Mobility Print: Download the software from the Mobility Print website: Mobility Print Software.
3. Allow Downloads: When prompted, select “Allow” to permit downloads from the website.
4. Launch Installer: Find the installer in your browser’s download section (often in the dock or top right corner) and click to launch it.
5. Rosetta Installation (If Prompted): If your Mac prompts you to install Rosetta, allow the installation to proceed.
6. Complete Installation: Click through the installer prompts. You will be asked to allow the installer to administer your computer; click “OK.” Click “Close” once the installation is successful.
7. Connect to Printers: Return to the Mobility Print webpage and click “Connect and get my printers.”
8. Allow Pop-up: When a pop-up appears, click “Allow.”
9. Printer Installation Complete: The printers are now installed on your Mac, and you are set to print.

Printing from Your Laptop

With the Mobility Print software installed, printing from your laptop is straightforward:

1. Initiate Print Job: Print your document as you normally would from any application.
2. Select Student Printer: In the print dialog box, choose either:
   • “Student_BW [ISU-PRLS-01](Mobility)” for black and white printing ($0.03/page)
   • “Student_Color[ISU-PRLS-01](Mobility)” for color printing ($0.15/page)
3. Enter University Credentials: A pop-up will ask for your University username and password (e.g., asmith22, jdoe19). Use your MyISU Portal login credentials.
4. Job in Print Queue: You will receive a notification confirming that your print job has been added to the queue.
5. Release Print Job at Station: Go to any Print Release Station and either swipe your University ID card on the reader or enter your username and password on the touchscreen.
6. Print and Collect: Select the job(s) you wish to print from the displayed list, verify the cost at the bottom left corner, and click “Print.” Collect your printed documents from the output tray.

Note: Print jobs remain in the queue for 24 hours. You are only charged when you physically print a job at a Print Release Station; unprinted jobs are automatically deleted without charge after 24 hours.

Printing from Phone or Mobile Device

You can also print directly from your phone or mobile device while on campus.

1. Connect to ISU WiFi: Ensure your mobile device is connected to the ISU WiFi network.
2. Visit Mobile Setup Link: Open a web browser on your device and go to: Mobile Device Printing Installation.
3. Follow On-screen Instructions: The website will guide you through the installation process for your iOS, Android, or ChromeOS device.

The mobile printing system offers a convenient way to print documents directly from your mobile devices while connected to the ISU WiFi network.

Additional Help and Information

For any questions or further assistance regarding student printing, do not hesitate to contact the OIT Technology Support Center.

• Phone: 812-237-2910, extension 1
• Visit: Technology Support Center (TSC), located in Stalker Hall, Lower Level, Room 009.

The TSC is staffed to help you with any technical issues and ensure you have a smooth printing experience at Indiana State University.