Steps for Windows 11:

If you are part of a department that uses multi-department printing, you will need to install and run the PaperCut client on your Windows 11 device to ensure your printing activity is properly tracked and charged to the correct department.

Follow the steps below to install the PaperCut client:

Step 1: Navigate to the PaperCut Client Folder

1. Open File Explorer.

2. In the address bar, type:

   \\sphynx\PCClient\win

3. Click Enter to open the network folder containing the PaperCut client files.

Step 2: Create a Desktop Shortcut

1. Locate the file named pc-client-local-cache.exe in the folder.

2. Right-click the file and select “Show more options”.

3. Choose “Create shortcut”.

4. Drag or move the shortcut to your desktop for easy access.

Step 3: Launch the PaperCut Client

• Double-click the desktop shortcut to run the PaperCut client.

• You’ll need to do this each time your computer is restarted or turned on, as the client must be running to properly track printing activity.

Pro Tip: Once launched, the PaperCut client runs in the background. It will prompt you to select the correct department account when you go to print.

Steps for Mac:

If you are part of a department that uses multi-department printing, you will need to install and run the PaperCut client on your Mac to ensure your printing activity is properly tracked and charged to the correct department.

Follow the steps below to install the PaperCut client:

Step 1: Navigate to the PaperCut Client Folder

1. Open Finder.

2. On your keyboard, use the shortcut Command + K

3. In the address bar, type:

   smb://sphynx/PCClient/win

4. Click Connect twice.

5. Authenticate with your Olivet credentials.

6. Click Connect to open the network folder containing the PaperCut client files.

Step 2: Create a Desktop Shortcut

1. Locate the file named pc-client-local-cache.exe in the folder.

2. Drag or move the shortcut to your desktop for easy access.

Step 3: Launch the PaperCut Client

• Double-click the desktop shortcut to run the PaperCut client.

• You’ll need to do this each time your computer is restarted or turned on, as the client must be running to properly track printing activity.

Pro Tip: Once launched, the PaperCut client runs in the background. It will prompt you to select the correct department account when you go to print.

Why This Matters

The PaperCut client ensures that:

• Your printing activity is properly recorded.

• Charges are applied to the correct department.

• You have visibility into your print jobs and quotas.

If you have any questions or run into issues during setup, feel free to contact the IT Help Desk at (815) 939-5302 or it@olivet.edu.