Q. How do I print in a JMU Libraries location?

Printing is available at all JMU Libraries locations. While we recommend printing from one of our public computer workstations for the most seamless experience, JMU Libraries also participates in the wireless printing service on campus.

How to Pay for Printing

Before you bring, you will need a way to pay for printing. 

• If you have a JACard -- the JMU Access Card granted to all JMU students, faculty, and staff -- you can use it to pay for printing, since it connects to your FLEX account. Learn how to add FLEX money to your JACard.
• If you do not have a JACard, you can purchase a DART card for printing. Learn how to purchase a DART card.

Cost per Page

Black & white prints cost $0.05 each or $0.08 per sheet for double-sided prints.

Color prints cost $0.40 each or $0.75 per sheet for double-sided prints.

How to Print from a Public Workstation

1. Sign in at one of the computer workstations with your JMU e-ID and password.
   1. If you are not affiliated with the university, you will need to present a physical photo ID at the Ask the Library desk for computer access. This can include, but is not limited to, a current Driver's License, Passport, or Military ID. 
2. Download your file to the Desktop to avoid technical difficulties.
3. Open the document and press "Print."
4. Name the document in a pop-up window; this will help you identify it at the print station.
5. Choose your print settings:
   1. Select Color or Black & White (this will contain the location where you are trying to print; for example, if you are at Rose Library, the printer will be called "Rose Black & White Printer").
   2. The page-default is double-sided; please change this setting if desired.
6. Go to a monitor next to the printers (the "print release station"). 
7. Swipe your JACard or DART card through the card-swipe in front of the monitor -- stripe down, facing you.
8. Locate your file in the list of print jobs; this is where you will see the name you used to identify your document.
9. Click on the "Print" link to the right of your file; click "Yes" to confirm the print.
10. Your pages will print from one of the nearby printers.

If you have questions or experience issues while printing, please visit the Ask the Library desk for assistance.

How to Check the Balance on Your Card

After swiping your JACard or DART card at the print station, your balance will display at the top of the window. $0.00 means you need to add money.

How to Add FLEX Money to Your JACard

Use the Cash-To-Card terminals or "DART machines" in Rose Library or JMU Libraries Express to add money to your account (cash only):

• Rose Library: The machine is located between the front desk and Starbucks, to the right of the hallway that leads to the restroom and water fountain.
• JMU Libraries Express: The machine is located to the right of the public workstations.
• Other locations across campus.

JMU Card Services: Call or visit JMU Card Services during their open hours (credit/debit cards, cash, and Apply Pay accepted; no fees).

Online: To add money to your JACard online, please refer to the FLEX account information on the JMU Card Services website (credit/debit cards accepted; fees apply).

How to Purchase a Temporary DART Card

Use the Cash-To-Card terminals or "DART machines" in Rose Library or JMU Libraries Express to add money to your card (cash only, locations listed in the section above).

If you do not have a JACard, follow these steps:

1. Select that you are purchasing a "Guest" card and insert the payment required. The machine will dispense a card that you can use for printing at JMU Libraries' locations. 
   1. DART cards cost $1.00 and are pre-loaded with $0.25 in DART funds. The machine will not accept other bills for this purchase.
   2. Once you have your DART card, insert the card in the card slot -- this slot is indicated with "Insert JACard Here Stripe Down" or "Swipe JACard here."
   3. You will be prompted by the machine to insert your cash in the cash slot in the appropriate direction.
   4. The machine will confirm that your DART card balance reflects your deposit. You can choose to print out a receipt.

Additional payment options are available if you add money/purchase a card directly from JMU Card Services in person, by phone, or online. For more information, please see this FAQ: What are DART Accounts?

Questions?

If you have questions or experience issues while printing, please visit the Ask the Library desk for assistance.