Respondus lockdown browser stuck loading

Connectivity issues can cause Respondus LockDown Browser to freeze while you take your exam. There is no workaround for this problem. If this occurs, restart your computer by powering it off, then power it back on, and then navigate back to your exam using LockDown Browser to continue.

1. Why is my LockDown Browser not loading?
2. Why isn t my Respondus LockDown Browser working?
3. Why is my LockDown Browser frozen?
4. How do I get out of LockDown Browser when it freezes?
5. Why is LockDown Browser so slow?
6. Does respondus break your computer?
7. How do I refresh my LockDown Browser?
8. Does respondus always record you?
9. Does respondus LockDown watch you?
10. Why is my LockDown Browser stuck on a white screen?
11. Why is my LockDown Browser stuck on webcam check?
12. Can Respondus LockDown Browser detect a second monitor?
13. What happens if wifi goes out during LockDown Browser?
14. How do I get LockDown Browser to work?
15. How do I refresh my LockDown Browser?
16. Why did LockDown Browser make my screen black?
17. Does Respondus LockDown work on Chrome?
18. Does LockDown work on Chrome?
19. Why is my LockDown Browser stuck on a white screen?
20. How do you force quit a LockDown Browser on a Macbook?

Why is my LockDown Browser not loading?

If the LockDown Browser stops responding before you start an exam or if you see a blank page that fills the computer screen, this could be due to security windows that have popped up behind the LockDown browser. If you have not started the exam, close the browser and address the security pop-up windows.

Why isn t my Respondus LockDown Browser working?

Make sure your system is up-to-date by installing all necessary system updates. You will also want to make sure you have the latest version of Internet Explorer for Windows users and Safari for Mac users. 2. Make sure you only have one version of the most recent Java installed on your system.

Why is my LockDown Browser frozen?

When LockDown Browser appears to "freeze", it is commonly due to a dialog box from other applications running in the background appearing underneath the secure LockDown Browser layer or there are corrupted web links, which are blocked.

How do I get out of LockDown Browser when it freezes?

Resolution. In most situations, a student can exit from a problematic session by clicking the [X] button at the top right of the screen. The student must enter a reason for terminating the LockDown Browser session, and this reason is provided to the instructor.

Why is LockDown Browser so slow?

If your computer seems to have a slow response time, we recommend rebooting your computer before taking the test to ensure that you don't have lots of other programs running that are using memory and/or interfering with LockDown Browser.

Does respondus break your computer?

Respondus really can damage your pc/laptop. Was this reply helpful? The best thing for you to do right now is type System Restore on your Windows Search.

How do I refresh my LockDown Browser?

Using the Refresh Button

If the internet connection is lost during an exam, and is re-established, then the refresh button at the top left screen can be clicked to continue the exam.

Does respondus always record you?

Respondus Monitor is designed to only record ambient sound. The pre-exam webcam check includes a step where the student can ensure that the audio is recording properly.

Does respondus LockDown watch you?

Can lockdown browser see you? As it has already been mentioned, when taking a remote exam proctored only by the lockdown browser it's not necessary to have a webcam and a microphone. The browser can't hear or see you. The only thing it can monitor is your on-screen actions.

Why is my LockDown Browser stuck on a white screen?

White screen when starting LockDown Browser

If you start LockDown Browser 2, but only see a white screen, it's typically caused by your computer or network blocking access to one or more of our servers.

Why is my LockDown Browser stuck on webcam check?

If you encounter any of the above "spinning wheel" errors (and blanked out frame where your webcam image should be), it's because another program, background process, or privacy setting on your computer is preventing LockDown Browser from activating your camera.

Can Respondus LockDown Browser detect a second monitor?

You will not be able to use dual monitors while using LockDown Browser. Mobile phones are not compatible and cannot be used with LockDown Browser.

What happens if wifi goes out during LockDown Browser?

Issue: If you lose your internet connection while taking a test using the Lockdown Browser, it will freeze the Lockdown Browser program. Solution: There is no known workaround for this problem. If this happens, you'll need to restart your computer by powering off the computer, then powering it back on.

How do I get LockDown Browser to work?

To start LockDown Browser, locate the “LockDown Browser” icon on the desktop and double-click it. (Mac users can find it in their Applications folder.) Alternatively, Windows users can go to “Start", locate "All Programs,” select “Respondus,” and click “Respondus LockDown Browser.”

How do I refresh my LockDown Browser?

Using the Refresh Button

If the internet connection is lost during an exam, and is re-established, then the refresh button at the top left screen can be clicked to continue the exam.

Why did LockDown Browser make my screen black?

If you experience a blank screen during a LockDown Browser session, it's typically caused by one of the following: 1) Your computer or network is blocking access to one or more of our servers. The best thing to do initially is to temporarily relax all anti-virus and firewall software, then try again.

Does Respondus LockDown work on Chrome?

The LockDown Browser Chromebook extension also supports Respondus Monitor (except in Schoology), an automated proctoring system used at over 1,000 colleges and universities. The LockDown Browser for Chromebook setting is enabled by default for all Respondus Server profiles.

Does LockDown work on Chrome?

To install LockDown Browser for Chromebook: Log in to the Chromebook and launch Google Chrome. Log in to Canvas and navigate to the exam that requires LockDown Browser. Select the Download Respondus LockDown Browser link to initiate software download and installation.

Why is my LockDown Browser stuck on a white screen?

White screen when starting LockDown Browser

If you start LockDown Browser 2, but only see a white screen, it's typically caused by your computer or network blocking access to one or more of our servers.

How do you force quit a LockDown Browser on a Macbook?

' - Mac Users: Choose 'Force Quit' from the Apple menu, or press Command-Option-Esc.