Technology and Printing Resources
Technology Resources
Learn about the technology resources available at library locations. View the Chesterfield Public Library Technology Acceptable Use Policy (PDF).
Public Wi-Fi Access
All locations offer free Wi-Fi access through the Citizen Wi-Fi network. No password is needed.
Public Computers
Chesterfield Public Library provides computers for customer use at all locations. Before using a computer, users must agree to the Technology Acceptable Use Policy (PDF).
Log On with Your Library Card
Log on to any library computer using your library card and PIN. If you do not have a library card or if you have trouble logging on, please ask a staff member for assistance. Users can access the internet and Microsoft 365 programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher).
Computer Session Time and Extensions
The initial computer session lasts for 180 minutes; sessions can be extended in nine 60-minute increments, for a total of 660 minutes per day.
Filtering
All library computers and Wi-Fi connections have filtering technology. The filter is set to block graphic pornography. If you would like a site to be blocked or unblocked, speak to a staff member. Computers in the children’s area may be filtered more strictly.
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Watt Meter
Watt Meters allow you to monitor and project energy costs and find out what electric devices cost to operate. See Watt Meters in the Catalog -
Wi-Fi Hotspots
Wi-Fi Hotspots allow you to access free, high-speed Wi-Fi where and when you need it most. Learn more about Wi-Fi Hotspots
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Printing Resources
A library card is required to access printing, copying, scanning and faxing resources. Printing and copying are available in both full color or mono-black in both the letter (8.5"x11") and legal (8.5"x14") sizes. Inserting personal stationery into the printer or tampering with the paper supplies in the printer trays is strictly prohibited.
Print Documents
Print your documents at any library location either by using public computers (except catalog computers) or your own device (using wireless printing).
Wireless Printing
Print from anywhere with an internet connection using your personal device via our ePRINTit document uploader page. Supported file types are: pdf, .jpg, .jpeg, .png, .gif, .bmp, .tif, .tiff, .doc, .docx, .pub, .rtf, .htm, .txt, .html, .xlsx, .xls, .pptx, .ppt, .odt, .xps, .ods and .odp. You will not be charged for documents you submit through the wireless service until you pick them up. Prints can be released from the ePRINTit service from any library location.
Copy Documents
Document copying is available at any library location. A flatbed copier for documents up to legal size and an automatic document feeder are available at each station.
Scanning Documents
Free document scanning is available at all library locations. A flatbed scanner for documents up to legal size and an automatic document feeder are available at each station. Documents are scanned as a .pdf file and saved to your own USB drive or can be sent to an email address. Maximum file size for scan to email may be limited by your email service provider.
Faxing Documents
Fax documents from the stations at all library locations. A confirmation/status page will be provided for free.
Printing Resources Fees
Fees are deducted from your library card account. To load money on your library card account, visit your location's library service desk and pay with cash, check or credit card.
| Item Type | Fee |
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| One-sided, mono-black, letter/legal size | 15 cents per sheet |
| Two-sided, mono-black, letter/legal size | 30 cents per sheet |
| One-sided, full color, letter/legal size | 50 cents per sheet |
| Two-sided, full color, letter/legal size | $1 per sheet |
| Faxing | $1 per page |