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Printing and Copying
How do I pay for photocopying and printing?
Photocopies and print jobs can be paid for with personal or departmental account cards. Cards can be used at photocopiers in the Library and at select photocopiers in the Nursing School, the School of Allied Health, and at the Ramirez Medical Library - RAHC . They can also be used at release stations at the Nursing School, School of Allied Health, School of Public Health, MD Labs, Ramirez Medical Library, and the Laredo Library.
Where are printers and photocopiers located?
Black and white laser printers are located on the third floor of the Briscoe Library, and at the Laredo Library, Ramirez Library, Downtown Library, and the Jones/TRP Library.
A color laser printer is available on the third floor of the Briscoe Library.
Photocopiers can be found in the Briscoe Library, the Nursing School, the School of Allied Health, Laredo Library, Jones/TRP Library, and at the Ramirez Medical Library/RAHC. We do not have any color photocopiers.
How do I print in the Library?
From any Library computer, use the normal print commands for the program you are using. The system will prompt you to create a username and password for each print job. You can create anything you want, it can even be just one letter. Your print job will be sent to a Pharos release station and will remain there for 12 hours. You can send as many jobs as you want with the same username and password; you are only charged when you actually print.
When you are ready to print:
- Go to either one of the print release stations (there are two near the printers on the third floor).
- Press any key to display the login screen.
- Swipe your ID, guest card, or departmental account card. Leave the password field blank and click the Log In button.
- Click on Print a Document.
- A list of all the jobs waiting to print will be displayed. Select your job by clicking on the username you selected.
- Click the Print button, enter the password for this print job, and click OK. The password is case sensitive.
- Your print job may come out of either of the printers near the release station.
- Be sure to click the Log Off button on the left of the screen when you're done.
Can I print from my laptop?
Yes, if you have a laptop with wireless network access, or are plugged in to our network, you can print to the Libraries printers. You will need to install the "Pharos popups" software before you can print. Regular printing charges apply.
My card doesn't seem to be working. Who can help me?
Please contact Library staff for assistance with your copy card. For assistance with your departmental account card, please contact the Library Administration Office at (210) 567-2400.
How much does it cost?
All photocopies are 10 cents per page. Black and white printing is also 10 cents per page. Color printing costs 75 cents per page.
What type of photocopiers does the Library have?
The Libraries have several digital photocopiers. All photocopiers can enlarge and reduce and are equipped to work with the copy card account system.
How do I create a copy card personal account?
Copy cards are debit accounts created using the magnetic strip on a HSC ID or Texas Driver License. You can bring an appropriate ID to the Circulation Desk at each Library and create an account from $1 to $50 in value. Deposits can be made by cash, check or credit card. You can also create copy card accounts and add value to existing accounts at the Add Value Station at the Nursing School copier area. The Add Value Station only accepts paper money. Value can also be added with a credit card by calling the Briscoe Library Circulation Desk at (210) 567-2440.
Library users who do not have a HSC ID or Texas Driver License should speak with Library staff about borrowing a Guest card.
What is a departmental printing account card?
A departmental printing account card may be used to pay for photocopying and printing at all photocopiers and Pharos Stations in the Library, at a cost of 11 cents per copy. UT HSC Departments may obtain account cards by contacting the Library Administration Office at (210) 567-2400. The accounts are billed monthly to UT HSC departments and have no cash value. Check with your department for the procedure to obtain a departmental account card. Departmental account cards are available for pickup in the Library Administration Office on Monday-Friday between 8-5 pm. You are encouraged to write your name and telephone number on your card as soon as you receive it.