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Register New User in Alma
- Ask the user to fill out a Library Borrowing Account Application.
- Search Alma for the user in Manage Patron Services; if no record exists, click Register New User
- Enter the user's first name and last name.
- In the Primary ID field, enter the 9 digit number printed on the front of the Community Borrower Card.
- For User Group, choose the user's account type.
- Enter an expiration date of 1 year from date of application
- Enter a default password of the user's last name followed by at least one number; as the password must be at least eight characters, examples include Martinez1 or Smith123.
- Select the box labeled "Force password change on next login".
- Enter email address, address, and phone number.
- Save the record by clicking Update User.
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California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8300
323-343-3988
