Initial setup
TUBAF members must actively opt for data transfer in order to be able to use PaperCut.
- Activate data transfer to PaperCut
via service.tu-freiberg.de or at the service portal PC in the reading room, 1st floor - Wait for activation
This process can take up to two hours. The process is only completed as soon as the printer accepts the university ID card
PaperCut has already been activated for registered guests.
Top up credit
Staff at the University Library cannot take credit top-ups for you.
Electronic top-up
PayPal is required for the electronic top-up of credit. The portal for TUBAF members is accessible within the university and via VPN.
PaperCut portal for TUBAF members
Cash top-up
Cash top-up of print credits is only possible on Fritzsche & Steinbach service days. The dates can be found on our website under "Upcoming events", as well as on the information displays or at the lending and information desk.
Transferring credit
It is possible to send credit to another user via the PaperCut portal. If the recipient is a TUBAF member, the user name (e.g. "ab12cdef") must be used in the Transfer to user field. For guests of the University Library, the card serial number must be used.
Electronic top-up
PayPal is required for the electronic top-up of credit. The portal for guests is only accessible within the University Library.
Cash top-up
Cash top-up of print credits is only possible on Fritzsche & Steinbach service days. The dates can be found on our website under "Upcoming events", as well as on the information displays or at the lending and information desk.
Transferring credit
It is possible to send credit to another user via the PaperCut portal. If the recipient is a TUBAF member, the user name (e.g. "ab12cdef") must be used in the Transfer to user field. For guests of the University Library, the card serial number must be used.
Scanning instructions
- Log in to the printer by placing your student or employee ID card or guest card on the card reader. The PaperCut app on the printer will open automatically.
- Connect the storage device on the left-hand side of the display
- Button Device functions, then button Print/Scan (storage device)
- Follow the instructions on the display
- Please use Logout when you leave the device!
- Log in to the printer by placing your student or employee ID card or guest card on the card reader. The PaperCut app on the printer will open automatically.
- Button Scan
- Follow the instructions on the display
- Please use Logout when you leave the device!