Starting in 2010, the campus Information Technology has instituted a new print quota of 1200 pages per semester for all student printing from on-campus computer labs, including those in the University Libraries.  Please see below for more information on this policy.  The Libraries have prepared a new LibGuide, Going Green @ the Libraries, to help you find ways of printing less while doing your library research.

Why is this being instituted?

This is being instituted to reduce the amount of wasteful printing which will have a positive impact on the environment as well as save the University money in printing costs.

Who does this affect?

This affects all students printing in labs in which the printers are being managed by this software. There are signs in each lab that is using this system.

How does the quota printing work?

Students start off with a quota for 1,200 pages per semester.  For each page they print, this will take a page off of their total.  There is software loaded on lab computers that will pop up when they print letting them know how big the print job is as well as how many pages they have left with their quota.  They can then choose to cancel the job or accept it.

What if a user made a mistake printing?

The student will need to contact the College Computing Offices of the college they are enrolled in to discuss a resolution for the mistake.

What if a printer jams while printing and the student has to print it again?

The student will need to contact the College Technology Director of the college they are enrolled in to discuss a resolution for the paper jam.

If a user makes a double-sided print, does that count as one print or two?

A double-sided print will count as two pages.

How can a user print a PowerPoint presentation in handout view (and make fewer prints)?

When a user prints slides, there is an option near the bottom of the print dialog box to print the slides in handout view.  Selecting 6 slides per page will result in the fewest printouts.

To whom should we refer users if they have questions or concerns?

College Computing Offices of the college they are enrolled in.

If a user uses up his or her quota, whom should they contact?

College Computing Offices of the college they are enrolled in.

College Computing Offices Contact Information

http://www.utoledo.edu/it/ – on the right hand side are links to the different colleges and their contact information.