What do I do when my account is locked on a printer?

Answer

If you experience an error on the Library printers that says "User locked on terminal ##," this is the result of swiping your Comet Card on another machine without logging off the printer you originally used.

Solution:

  • Take note of the printer number in the error message. This number identified which printer you originally used (and are locked upon).  Example: if error message ends with a 5, look for the printer with the number 5 on the front by the paper tray)
  • Swipe your Comet Card on THAT printer - your account will unlock.
  • Press Log off either on the touch screen where your print queue is shown or hit OK and see the print jobs pending and print/print all to process.

Visit the Service Desk if you would like further assistance.

 

  • Last Updated May 28, 2025
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  • Answered By Matt Young

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