Prometric is pleased to announce the release of a brand new lockdown browser to be installed in all workstations that deliver DSST exams.

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1 Welcome to the new IBT Lockdown Browser Prometric is pleased to announce the release of a brand new lockdown browser to be installed in all workstations that deliver DSST exams. The IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser comes with the following enhancements: Fast installation The new Lockdown Browser installation is faster and easier than previous versions. Pre-configured, ready to use The Lockdown comes pre-configured, so there s no need to do anything else. Just install and use. Easy-to-find Print button for candidate score printing Support for Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7 Please note that the new IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser replaces the existing Lockdown Browser and Prometric will be discontinuing support of the old Lockdown Browser in October Follow the below instructions to install, launch and use the new IBT Lockdown Browser with your next DSST exam administration. Happy testing! The DSST Team Prometric IBT Lockdown system requirements Operating Systems: Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7. Memory: Minimum 256 MB RAM (OS requirements may be higher) Hard Disk Space (For installation of the lock down browser): Minimum 4 MB of available hard disk space Browser Requirements: Internet Explorer 7.0 or 8.0 Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 1 of 7

2 Installing the Prometric IBT Lockdown 1. Open Internet Explorer. 2. Navigate to 3. Click the Install the Prometric IBT Lockdown Browser link. 4. Click the Microsoft Windows link. 5. When prompted, click the Run button on the File Download Security Warning message box. Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 2 of 7

3 6. When prompted, click the Run button on the Internet Explorer Security Warning message box. 7. Click the Next button on the Prometric IBT Lockdown InstallShield Wizard to begin the installation wizard. Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 3 of 7

4 8. Click the Next button to verify the Installation Path, or, optionally, click the Change button to change the Installation Path. 9. Click the Install button to begin the installation. Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 4 of 7

5 10. The installation will now run. This process may take several minutes. 11. After the installation is complete, click the Finish button to exit the InstallShield Wizard. Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 5 of 7

6 Launching an exam using the Prometric IBT Lockdown 1. Open Internet Explorer. 2. Navigate to 3. If you have already installed the Prometric IBT Lockdown, it will automatically launch. If not, please refer to the instructions for Installing the Prometric IBT Lockdown. 4. Log in to Prometric IBT as you normally would. Printing a score report 1. After the candidate has completed the exam, they will see the Test Results screen. 2. Click the Print link in the upper left corner. Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 6 of 7

7 Frequently Asked Questions Do I have to uninstall the current Lockdown software I have installed? No, you don t have to uninstall the current Lockdown software. However, you should not run the current software anymore. Once you are comfortable with administering a DSST exam with the IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser, you may uninstall the old version if you wish. Why do I have to install the new Lockdown Browser at this time? The new IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser is supported for Windows XP, Windows Vista and Windows 7. It has been built with the latest security features to protect the exam administration against the latest Windows vulnerabilities. If you have upgraded or are thinking of upgrading to Windows 7, you must install the new IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser. Additionally, the old Lockdown is not supported for Windows 7 and will be retired this coming October. I have not upgraded to Windows 7 yet, what do I do? If you have Windows XP or Vista, you should still upgrade to the new IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser as it is supported under those operating systems. Once your institution upgrades to Windows 7, you will be all set! Does the new Lockdown Browser work with Windows 7 32 Bit or 64 Bit only? The IBT 2011 Lockdown Browser works with both 32 Bit and 64 Bit. What do I do if something goes wrong while installing the Browser? Contact your IT department as you may not have permission to install new software. What do I do if something goes wrong during an exam administration? Close the Lockdown Browser and re-launch it. Need Help? IBT Set Up Support: dsstcenter@prometric.com IBT Technical Support: Visit: Proctor Inquiries: Toll Free: getcollegecredit@prometric.com Last Update: 8/19/11 Prometric IBT 2011 (v7.0) Lockdown Browser Page 7 of 7