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==Description==
 
==Description==
The MCLA local area network includes [[Academic Computing Labs - Murdock Hall|public computers in labs]], [[Multimedia Classrooms|classrooms]] and the Library as well as computers designated for the individual use of its faculty and staff. A dorm network is also provided for resident students connecting their computers to the internet. [[MCLANET Wireless Network|Wireless connectivity]] to the network is provided in all classroom campus buildings. [[User ID and Password|User accounts]] are required for access to all resources. Regular accounts must be activated through the [[User ID and Password#manage|Account Management tool]]. Use of these accounts requires explicit acceptance of a [[Network User Agreement]].
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BlazerPrint is MCLA's robust and secure copying, printing, scanning, and fax solution served through a series of high-end multifunction copiers located conveniently across campus. All MCLA’s copiers have the same tablet-like touchscreen experience. The BlazerPrint system has an intuitive design that is simple to use, resulting in fewer clicks to complete a job and less time spent when scanning, copying and printing. BlazerPrint is driven by a management system called PaperCut which allows for a customized end-user personal experience by connecting to OneDrive, email, and faxing. All BlazerPrint copiers have been equipped with embedded card reader technology allowing you to tap your MCLA ID card to authenticate to the device and it will know who you are so it can offer a customized experience on any copier on campus. With security and accessibility in mind, users simply print to the queue and then go to the most convenient multifunction device and release their print job.
  
==Information about the MCLA Network - BlazerNet==
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==Information about BlazerPrint==
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*[[Registering your MCLA ID BlazerPrint]]
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*[[Connecting your personally owned device to BlazerPrint (Students)]]
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*[[Connecting your MCLA managed computer to BlazerPrint (Faculty/Staff)]]
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*[[Releasing your print job on a BlazerPrint Copier]]
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*[[Document Scanning on a BlazerPrint Copier]]
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*[[Copying documents on a BlazerPrint Copier]]
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*[[MCLA Fax Services | MCLA Fax Services (Faculty/Staff)]]
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*[[Checking Your Print Balance and Making Payments (Students)]]
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*[[Guest Printing]]
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*[[BlazerPrint Locations]]
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*[[Current Per Page Print Costs]]
  
The best and easiest way to connect to MCLA's wireless network is to use [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]]. When connecting to [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]] for the first time you should open a web browser which will then redirect you to a device registration portal that you will need to login to using your MCLA User ID and password. Once logged in, you will have the option to register the device that you are connecting with. After the device is successfully registered, it will be able to connect to the network without any further action needed. [[Connecting_to_BlazerNet | BlazerNet]] also provides the ability to connect devices that do not have a web browser such has media players, gaming consoles, and smart TVs.
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==Copier Guides==
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'''Please note''': MCLA owned devices which include computer lab stations and classroom instructor stations, automatically connect to the network and do not need to be registered. Faculty/staff who use college-provided Windows PC desktops/laptops are also automatically configured to work with BlazerNet. Faculty/Staff who use college-provided Apple Mac laptops are required to register on BlazerNet to connect.
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*[https://download.support.xerox.com/pub/docs/ALC81XX/userdocs/any-os/en_GB/AltaLink_C81xx_ug_en-us.pdf Xerox Altalink User Guide]
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*[https://www.support.xerox.com/en-us/product/altalink-c8100-series/videos Xerox Altalink Video Guides]
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*[https://download.support.xerox.com/pub/docs/VLC405/userdocs/any-os/en_GB/VersaLink_C405_mfp_ug_en-US.pdf Xerox VersaLink User Guide]
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*[https://www.support.xerox.com/en-us/product/versalink-c405/videos Xerox VersaLink Video Guides]
  
See the following resources below to learn more on how to connect.
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==Copier FAQ==
 
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*[[How do I order supplies? (Faculty/Staff)]]
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How to connect to BlazerNet]]
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*[[How do I submit service requests? (Faculty/Staff)]]
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet - Manual | How to manually register a device on BlazerNet]]
 
*[[Identifying MAC Address | Identifying MAC Addresses for common consumer network devices]]
 
*[[Guest Network Access]]
 
*[[Printing from the wireless network]]
 
*[[Connecting to network file share (homeshare H: drive)]]
 
*[[Eduroam|Connecting to eduroam]]
 
*[[MCLA Remote Access (Windows)]] - Instructions on how to connect to MCLA's VPN on Windows
 
*[[MCLA Remote Access (MacOS)]] - Instructions on how to connect to MCLA's VPN on MAC
 
 
 
==FAQ about the MCLA Network==
 
 
 
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How do I connect to the wireless network?]]
 
*[[Connecting to BlazerNet | How do I connect to the hardwire connection in my dorm?]]
 
*[[Where can I get a wireless connection on campus?]]
 
*[[Printing from the MCLANET wireless network | How do I print when I'm on the wireless network?]]
 

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Description

BlazerPrint is MCLA's robust and secure copying, printing, scanning, and fax solution served through a series of high-end multifunction copiers located conveniently across campus. All MCLA’s copiers have the same tablet-like touchscreen experience. The BlazerPrint system has an intuitive design that is simple to use, resulting in fewer clicks to complete a job and less time spent when scanning, copying and printing. BlazerPrint is driven by a management system called PaperCut which allows for a customized end-user personal experience by connecting to OneDrive, email, and faxing. All BlazerPrint copiers have been equipped with embedded card reader technology allowing you to tap your MCLA ID card to authenticate to the device and it will know who you are so it can offer a customized experience on any copier on campus. With security and accessibility in mind, users simply print to the queue and then go to the most convenient multifunction device and release their print job.

Information about BlazerPrint

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Copier Guides

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Copier FAQ