05-10-2021

Download Respondus Lockdown Browser For Mac

To download the browser: Log in to Blackboard using your normal Jagnet username and password; Click on the Student Services tab located on the top right menu; Locate the Respondus LockDown Browser section and choose the link for your system (either for Windows or Mac version). Follow the installation directions. Internet Explorer 10 64-bit. Internet Explorer 10 64-bit is a web browser that allows the user to easily. License: Free OS: Windows 7 Windows 8.

Students, staff and faculty can set up LockDown Browser in HuskyCT.

Downloading and Installing Respondus LockDown Browser

Microsoft remote desktop right click.

Instructions on how to download LockDown browser can also be found on the HuskyCT Institution page.

Once you have downloaded LockDown browser, you will need to install the program. The method for installing LockDown Browser will differ based on your operating system (OS). The sections below contain installation instructions for each. Review the appropriate instructions for your OS.

Installing LockDown Browser for Windows

To install LockDown Browser for Windows,

  1. Click on Install Now on the right side of the page.

  2. A download window will appear. Click Save File.
  3. If prompted by a security warning, click Run.
  4. Once the installed comes up, click Click to Install.
    • If you have UAC active, click Yes.
  5. Choose a setup Language and click Next. The installer will now begin to run. When you get to the license agreement, select I accept…
  6. Click Next. The installer will finish.
  7. Click Finish to complete the process.

Installing LockDown Browser for MacOS

To install LockDown Browser for MacOS,

  1. Click on Install Now on the right side of the page.
  2. The installer will be put in your Downloads folder. Open it up from there. Once the installer opens, follow the onscreen instructions by clicking Continue for the 'Introduction' and 'License' sections.
  3. Select the Mac HD or the default hard drive for the destination to install.
  4. Click Continue.
  5. Click Install.
  6. The installation will then run. When complete, click Close.

Installing LockDown Browser for Chromebook (Chrome OS)

Lockdown Browser for Chromebook has exited the beta period and is now available as a final release!

Use the following steps to enable Lockdown Browser on your personally owned Chromebook:

  1. Log onto the Chromebook and start the Chrome browser
  2. Log into HuskyCT using a student account, and navigate to the exam that requires LockDown Browser
  3. Select the link for downloading and installing LockDown Browser
  4. From the Chrome web store, select Add to Chrome to install the LockDown Browser Extension

Testing for Whether LockDown Browser is Required

Note

Performing a test in HuskyCT will indicate whether or not LockDown Browser is required.

To test if LockDown Browser is required,

  1. Close all programs except the one connecting you to the Internet.
  2. Locate the Lockdown Browser shortcut on the desktop and double-click it.
    • Mac OS users should launch LockDown Browser from the Applications folder.

  3. Udemy app. If prompted, either close a blocked program (e.g., screen capture or instant messaging) by choosing Yes, or close LockDown Browser and close the blocked program before restarting.

  4. Login to HuskyCT using your NetID and Password.

  5. Navigate to the Test and select it.

  6. If the instructor requires a test password, a new window will appear asking for the Exam Password. Enter the password.
    • Click Begin Exam.
  7. The test will then start.

Note Far cry 3 licence key.

Once a test has been started with Respondus LockDown Browser, you cannot exit until you have clicked the Submit button.

For more information or assistance with HuskyCT, contact the Educational Technology Office at edtech@uconn.edu or (860) 486-5052.

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System Requirements | Steps for LockDown Browser | Help

Your instructor may choose to use Respondus LockDown Browser with their Canvas Classic and New Quizzes.

Student will be promoted to download and install Respondus LockDown Browser from the Quiz page after they have clicked on the Start Quiz button.

or you can download it (doesn't work for Chromebook - use Chrome Web Store).

NOTE: Faculty can see the icon difference when they create the quizzes. Unfortunately, students just see the rocket ship filled in for both Classic and New. So ask your faculty which version of the quiz they are using.

Classic Quizzes:

  • When LockDown browser is enabled, students open the LockDown browser first and login to their account to navigate to their quiz.

New Quizzes:

Browser
  • When LockDown browser is enabled, however, the student workflow has been simplified where students begin using Canvas in their regular browser and LockDown browser will automatically launch when the exam begins.
  • The following system versions are recommended for accessing LockDown Browser with New Quizzes: Mac 2.0.6.06, Windows 2.0.6.07, and iPad 8.2.

System Requirements

The following system versions are recommended for accessing LockDown Browser:

  • Mac 2.0.6.06
  • Windows 2.0.6.07
  • iPad 8.2

Students will need:

  • You will need a computer (not phone).
  • If using a Chromebook - install the LockDown Browser via the Chrome Web Store.
  • You will need reliable internet.
  • Monitor - you will need a web camera.
  • Antivirus or security software can prevent students from installing downloaded software.
  • You will need admin access to the computer to install software.


Students can also receive technical resources either by their departments or https://techrentals.calpoly.edu/.

Using & Installing LockDown Browser


Chromebook: Lockdown Browser Install

  1. Log into the Chromebook and start the Chrome browser
  2. Log into the LMS using a student account, and navigate to the exam that requires LockDown Browser
  3. Select the link for downloading and installing LockDown Browser
  4. From the Chrome web store, select Add to Chrome to install the LockDown Browser Extension

LockDown Browser Freeze

How To Download Respondus Lockdown Browser For Mac

If LockDown Browser freezes and does not allow you to submit. You can refresh your browser and continue your quiz. At some point if you need to submit a HELP Ticket with Respondus, they will want a System Check Report.

System Check Report

  1. Access the following page in any browser: https://respondus.com/monitorpreview
  2. Select the LockDown Browser Help Center link at the bottom of the page.
  3. When LockDown Browser launches, select the button that reads I am running LockDown Browser only and then System Check
  4. After the system check runs, click the link titled Email Results.
  5. In the Email Results form, enter your name, email address, and check the 'I understand and agree' box. Then click SEND.
  6. Once you receive the LockDown Browser System Check Results via email, send me the 9-character System Check ID listed at the top of the report in a reply to your ticket.
  7. There is no need to send a copy of the entire report, just the 9 or 10character System Check ID.

Steps for Students who have already used LockDown Browser

  1. Log out of all apps.
  2. Open up Lockdown Browser
  3. Log into Canvas
  4. Go to the class Canvas Home page
  5. Click on the quiz
  6. Go through the webcam check
  7. Go through other checks
  8. See the quiz questions and answers.

Steps for students who have NOT used LockDown Browser

  1. Log out of all apps.
  2. Log into Canvas
  3. Go to the class Canvas Home page
  4. Click on the quiz
  5. Download, install and open up Lockdown Browser
  6. Go through the webcam check
  7. Go through other checks
  8. See the quiz questions and answers.

Respondus Student Support

Download Free Respondus Lockdown Browser

  • Technical Questions: open a support ticket at https://support.respondus.com/