What is the Respondus Lockdown Browser?
The Respondus Lockdown Browser is a private web browser designed to block access to all programs or websites other than those the instructor intends for you to use while taking a test. This browser is provided by Christopher Newport University, but must be manually installed on the computer you intend to use to take the exam in question. The Respondus Lockdown Browser is also designed to allow instructors to add Respondus Monitor to an exam, which will create a live proctoring environment using your computer's webcam and microphone.
Please note that the Lockdown Browser is a separate web browser; tests where Respondus tools are enabled will only be usable when using the Respondus Lockdown Browser, rather than other browsers such as Chrome or Firefox.
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This download is compatible with the following operating systems:
- Windows: 10, 8, 7
- Mac: MacOS 10.12 or higher.
- iOS: 11.0+ (iPad only, and only if the instructor explicitly allows for it). This compatibility does not extend to Respondus Monitor.
What hardware am I going to need to take this test with Respondus tools?
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- If you are having trouble with your webcam during your exam, you can click the "It's not working" button during setup, and chat directly with Respondus Support.
- If you receive a warning that the test is set up incorrectly, contact your instructor about the settings for the exam.
- If you are stuck on a password prompt preventing you from accessing the test, first ensure that you are using the Respondus Lockdown Browser INSTEAD OF Chrome/FirefixFirefox/Safari. This prompt is an indicator that those tools are enabled by the instructor, and will not appear if you are using the correct browser.