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Respondus LockDown Browser - Students

What is Respondus LockDown Browser?

Respondus LockDown Browser is a customized browser that increases the security of online testing in Blackboard.

● Respondus LockDown Browser will open Blackboard, but some functions on the web page have been removed or work differently.

● For Example, you will not be able to print, copy, go to another URL, access other applications, or close a test until it is submitted for grading.

What if it is required?

If an Instructor requires you to take a test with Respondus LockDown Browser, you will see “Requires Respondus LockDown Browser” next to the name of the test.

When you see this, you will need to use install or have already installed Respondus LockDown Browser to access and take the test. The test will not work in Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, or any other browser.

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Access your test using the Respondus LockDown Browser icon.

Installing Respondus LockDown Browser - Off-campus Computer

To download and install Respondus LockDown Browser, follow these steps:

1. Open http://www.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=687136315

2. Click on Windows or Mac (depending on the type of computer you’re using).

3. Follow the installation process.

4. You should see the LockDown Browser icon on your desktop after you finish the installation.

Preparing to Take a Test with Respondus LockDown Browser

To take a test in Blackboard that requires you to use Respondus LockDown Browser, follow these steps:

1. Be sure that you have closed all open programs on your computer.

2. Locate the LockDown Browser icon on your desktop and double click on it.

Note: If Respondus asks you to close an open program, close it. You cannot have any other

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programs open when you use Respondus LDB to take an exam.

3. Respondus LockDown Browser will display the Blackboard logo and ask you to enter your MC3 ID and Password.

4. Select your course.

5. Go to the area of your course where the exam is located.

6. Click on the exam you want to take and then click

the Begin button.

Note: If the instructor requires a test password, a new window will appear asking for the Exam Password. Enter the password and click Begin Exam.

Note: If the instructor does not require a password, you will not see this box.

Also, Respondus LockDown Browser will automatically fill in a special password on the next screen and then open your exam.

7. When you are finished with your exam, click the Save and Submit button.

8. When you are finished using Respondus LockDown Browser, click the Stop button and then close the browser window.

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Reviewing Feedback on a Test with Respondus LockDown Browser

To review the feedback you receive on a test in Blackboard that requires you to use Respondus LockDown Browser, follow these steps:

1. Be sure that you have closed all open programs on your computer.

2. Locate the LockDown Browser icon on your desktop and double click on it.

Note: If Respondus asks you to close an open program, close it. You cannot have any other programs open when you use Respondus LDB to take an exam.

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3. Respondus LockDown Browser will display the Blackboard logo and ask you to enter your MC3 ID and Password.

4. Select your course.

5. Go to the area of your course where the exam is located.

6. Click on the exam you want to take and then click the Begin button.

7. Then click OK to review your feedback.

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