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If you pass all checks listed below, you should be able to use the main features of Blackboard.

Browser Check

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If If you see a fail or warning, icon, please consult the official list of supported browsers and consider upgrading http://kb.blackboard.com/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=72810641.

  • Firefox (current stable version) is the recommended browser for accessing Blackboard.
  • Browsers identified as compatible have been partially tested by Blackboard, but should function.

JavaScript Check

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Javascript must be enabled for Blackboard to function correctly. See instructions below on enabling javaScript.

Cookies Check

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Cookies must be turned on in the web browser in order for Blackbaord features to function properly.

Popup Block Check

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Blackboard requires Wbrowser's Pop-up Block be disabled in order to view discussion postings, quiz windows, and download links.

Java Check

No Java Support.
If you see nothing to the left (or just a gray box) then Java functionality is not available.

The version of Java that Blackboard currently supports is 1.6.0_x.  Older versions may work, but if you're experiencing problems with Blackboard, you may try updating your Java Plug-in.
 

Plugin Checks

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Flash Player Adobe Flash
Shockwave Adobe Shockwave
Adobe Reader Adobe Reader
QuickTime Apple QuickTime
Real Player RealPlayer
Media Player Windows Media Player