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3.2. General Troubleshooting and Errors

Math Placement, Transfer Credit/Credit by Exam, PPL (Math Placement Test)Respondus Monitor Information and TroubleshootingGeneral Troubleshooting and Errors

If you are having trouble with the Respondus testing process please try these steps.

  1. Make sure you have reviewed the Respondus Quick Guide, with step-by-step instructions. 
  2. Make sure you are testing on a PC or MAC. The testing process is not compatible with Chromebooks, iPads, or tablets. You will also need a strong internet connection. If possible, use an ethernet cord instead of using wifi.
  3. Live Chat with Respondus here.
  4. Check their Troubleshooting website.  This page provides information and assistance with:
    • System requirements
    • Lockdown Brower is not launching or downloading
    • Windows 10 using S mode
    • Spyware detection or anti-virus software interfering with Respondus
    • How to remove programs uning in the background
    • Browser not compatable error message
    • Screencastify error
  5. More information can be found through the Student Support FAQs.
  6. If you are not able to resolve your issue with the links above, please contact Respondus directly by submitting a helpdesk ticket here.  
  7. If you are not able to get Respondus Monitor to work, sometimes the best solution is to use a different computer.