- You must test in a private, enclosed space (not a computer lab, library, or other public space).
- No one is allowed to enter the room in which you are testing for the duration of your exam.
- You must test on a Windows PC or Mac that has a working webcam and microphone – Chromebooks are not supported.
- You must have the Guardian Web Browser installed on your computer. All other browsers are not supported.
- The proctor will require you to present a valid, government-issued ID (driver's license, etc.).
- You must be testing using a very reliable, high-speed internet connection. Cell phone hotspots are not acceptable. If your connection with ProctorU drops, you are responsible for getting connected back with them to resume your exam. We cannot reconnect you.
- You cannot have any other programs running in the background. When asked by the proctor if you can shut down any unauthorized program or process, you must agree.
- The proctor is authorized to maintain the integrity of the exam by requesting additional room scans or other steps during your exam if they suspect something with regard to your testing environment has changed. The time to do this will take time away from your exam which cannot be added back.
See below for ProctorU Technical Requirements:
| TYPE |
MINIMUM |
RECOMMENDED |
| Internet Connection |
Wifi Connection |
Wired Connection |
| PC Users |
Windows 10 (Windows 10 S mode is not supported) |
Windows 10 (10 S mode is not supported) |
| Mac Users |
MacOS 10.13 (Oldest Still Maintained Version) |
MacOS 10.15 |
| CPU |
more than 2 core CPU ess than 85% CPU Usage |
more than 4 core CPU less than 50% CPU Usage |
| Webcam |
640x480 resolution |
1280x720 resolution |
| Internet Download Speed |
1 Mbps |
12 Mbps |
| Internet Upload Speed |
1 Mbps |
3 Mbps |
| RAM |
4 GB less than 95% Ram Usage |
16 GB less than 90% Usage |
| Connectivity Ports |
1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP |
1935, 843, 80, 443, 61613, UDP/TCP |
| Screen Resolution |
1366 x 768 |
1920 x 1080 and above |
| Chromebook Users (Only available for Record+ service utilizing the ProctorU Chrome or Firefox extension) |
Chrome device is running the latest version of Chrome OS |
Chrome device is running the latest version of Chrome OS |
For more information, please visit the ProctorU Equipment Requirements
ProctorU also provides a tool where you can test your equipment, prior to registering.