Northwestern University Printing: Your Comprehensive Guide

Navigating campus life at Northwestern University just got easier, especially when it comes to printing. Whether you’re a student rushing to print an assignment, faculty preparing course materials, or a guest needing access for research, understanding the Northwestern printing system is essential. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about Northwestern University Printing services, from managing your print account to releasing your print jobs at campus printers.

Managing Your Northwestern Print Account

Northwestern Print offers a centralized system to manage all your printing needs efficiently. Access your account through the Northwestern Print website using your NetID and password. Once logged in, you gain access to a range of features designed to streamline your printing experience:

• Add Funds: Easily add money to your Northwestern Print account using a credit card, ensuring you always have printing credit available.
• Check Balance: Keep track of your print account balance in real-time, so you’re always aware of your available funds.
• Web Print Submission: Upload documents directly from your laptop or computer to the print queue, allowing for convenient printing from anywhere on campus.
• Printing History: Review your past printing activity, providing a clear record of your print jobs and costs.

For a more in-depth look at all the features and functionalities, Northwestern University Library provides a comprehensive guide on the Northwestern Print system.

Printing from Library Workstations

For those working directly in Northwestern University Libraries, printing from library workstations is a straightforward process.

1. Initiate Print Job: Follow the standard printing procedure on the library workstation, typically by selecting “File > Print” within your application.
2. Choose Print Options: On the print menu, specify your desired print options, including black & white or color printing.
3. Release at Printer: After sending your print job, you can release it at any available black & white or color printer located within University and Mudd Libraries. Refer to the section “How to release a printing job” below for detailed instructions.

Printing from Your Laptop, Phone, or Tablet On Campus

Northwestern Print offers the flexibility to print from your personal devices while on campus.

1. Connect to Eduroam: Ensure your laptop, phone, or tablet is connected to the Northwestern University secure wireless network, eduroam. Northwestern Print is only accessible through the university network.
2. Log in to Northwestern Print: Open your web browser and navigate to Northwestern Print. Log in using your Northwestern NetID and password.
3. Access Web Print: On the Northwestern Print website, locate and click on the “Web Print” link in the left-hand navigation menu.
4. Submit a Job: Click on the “Submit a Job” link to start the web printing process.
5. Select Student Pay Web Print: Choose the “Student Pay Web Print” option.
6. Choose Print Style: Select your preferred printing style, including single-sided or double-sided printing, and black & white or color options.
7. Specify Copies: Enter the number of copies you require for your document.
8. Upload Documents: Upload your document(s) by clicking the “upload from computer” button or by dragging and dropping files into the designated area. The print options selected will apply to all uploaded documents.
9. Complete Upload: Once your document(s) are uploaded, click the “Upload & Complete” button to submit your print job to the queue.
10. Release Print Job at Printer: Visit a printer in the library and follow the steps in “How to release a printing job” to release and collect your printouts. Remember that print jobs will be automatically deleted if not released within 24 hours.

Important Note: Northwestern Print is exclusively available on the Northwestern network, including wired, wireless (eduroam), and VPN (Northwestern VPN) connections. It is not accessible through the Guest-Northwestern wireless network. For assistance connecting to the Northwestern network, consult the NUIT website or contact the NUIT Support Center.

How to Release a Printing Job {#how-to-release-a-printing-job}

Releasing your print job at a Northwestern University printer is a simple process:

1. Locate a Printer: Go to a black & white or color printer in the library, depending on the print queue you selected when submitting your job.
2. Tap Wildcard or Scan QR Code: Tap your Wildcard ID card on the printer screen or use your mobile device to scan the QR code displayed on the printer.
3. Log in to Mobile Release: If prompted, log in to the Mobile Release web interface using your NetID and Password.
4. Select Print Jobs: Choose the print job(s) you wish to release at the selected printer. To release all pending jobs, leave all documents checked and press “Release (xx)”.
5. Collect Prints: Retrieve your printed documents from the printer.

With these instructions, printing at Northwestern University should be a breeze. For any further assistance, remember to consult the Northwestern University Library guides or the NUIT Support Center.