testGEAR: System Requirements
Windows iconWindows

95, 98, ME, 2000, XP, and
Windows NT *

* requires Service Pack 3 or higher

  • Internet Explorer -- version 5.0 or 5.5
  • Netscape -- version 4.73 through 4.76
  • Flash 5 Plug-in
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 (for user guide downloads)

Mac iconMac

Mac OS 9

  • Internet Explorer -- version 5.0 or 5.5
  • Netscape -- version 4.73 through 4.76
  • Flash 5 Plug-in
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader 4.0 (for user guide downloads)

For successful access to our installed software or online resources and services, ensure your site is prepared with the proper technical components. Prior to purchasing, please have your network technician or other local technical contact review these specifications.

Technical Requirements

Recommended Setup...
  • 17-inch, 1024 × 768 resolution monitor with true color enabled
  • Pentium II 500 MHz or higher processor
  • 32 MB onboard RAM
  • Standalone Networks (Modem): 1.4 mbs bandwidth per workstation (ADSL/Cable)
  • Shared Networks (LANs): 100 MB or higher bandwidth to and from each client workstation with 1.4 mbs per workstation bandwidth to Internet

Minimal Setup...

  • 15-inch, 800 × 600 resolution monitor with 256 colors
  • Pentium 100 MHz processor
  • 16 MB onboard RAM
  • Standalone Networks (Modem): 56 kbs bandwidth per workstation (Standard Modem)
  • Shared Networks (LANs): 10 MB or higher bandwidth to and from each client workstation with a 56 kbs per workstation bandwidth to Internet

Although a printer is not required, many students like to have hardcopies of the Learning Modules' printable .PDF summaries for off-line use. In addition, the summary printouts include write-on lines for students to add their own notes.

Your Network Technician should visit the Technical Support section for the most comprehensive information on technical requirements and minimum configurations for all of our products.
Detailed system requirements
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