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ExamSoft Overview for Boston University Law Students

This presentation provides a comprehensive guide to utilizing ExamSoft for examinations at Boston University School of Law. Learn how to register, download, and install the SofTest software, and follow the step-by-step process for taking secure exams on your laptop. Discover system requirements for both PC and Mac users, preparation instructions before exam day, and key steps to follow during and after the exam. Stay informed and prepared to ensure a smooth exam experience.

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ExamSoft Overview for Boston University Law Students

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  1. ExamSoft at BU LAW • Boston University School of Law • Office of Systems & Technology

  2. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 What is ExamSoft? • Work from normal paper exam • Write your exam answers on your own laptop • Submit your exam instantly • Computer in secure mode, no access to other programs or files • Secure, encrypted exam submission via wireless network Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  3. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 How Does ExamSoft Work? • Register for ExamSoft • Download and install SofTest • Run through Mock Exam • Download exam files • Launch Exam • Computer reboots into secure mode • Write your exam answers and end when completed • Computer reboots again, back to normal mode • Upload your answer file Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  4. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Requirements: PC Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here • CPU: 1.3 GHz Pentium 4 or industry equivalent • RAM: 1GB or greater • Hard Drive: 50MB of free space for SofTest install • Wireless network card: 802.11b/g/n • Operating System: English-language versions ONLY of the following • Windows XP (32-bit) • Windows Vista (32- or 64-bit) • Windows 7 (32- or 64-bit) • Software: Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater • Internet access for SofTest installation, exam download and upload • AOL Users - version 6.0 or higher required • Display resolution must be 1024x768 or higher

  5. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Requirements: Mac Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here • CPU: Intel-Based – (MacBook / MacBook Pro / MacBook Air) • RAM: 1GB or greater • Wireless network card: 802.11b/g/n • Hard Drive: 50MB for SofTest install and 20GB partition recommended for Windows install under Boot Camp • Operating System: Mac OS X v10.5 / 10.6 (Leopard / Snow Leopard) and Boot Camp with English-language versions ONLY of the following • Windows XP (32-bit) • Windows Vista (32- or 64-bit) • Windows 7 (32- or 64-bit) • Software: Internet Explorer 6.0 or greater • Internet access for SofTest installation, exam download and upload • Display resolution must be 1024x768 or higher • The following software may NOT be installed at any point: Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion

  6. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Registration Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here • Register by November 16 • http://www.examsoft.com/bulaw • Enter BU ID number (including “U”) • Click on (!) symbol • Enter BU ID again, click send • Receive password, enter it and BU ID on Exam Taker log in page • Click “Download Softest,” follow instructions to install • Take Mock Exam (follow instructions)

  7. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Before Exam Day • Verify class enrollment • Configure laptop for BU LAW wireless network • Download and install SofTest • Register SofTest • Take Practice Exam / Mock Exam • Run anti-virus and anti-spyware checks • Check for important reminders in your email • Download exam files • Obtain your semester exam number (available through Student Link) • Double-check exam day, time, and room (BU LAW Registrar’s Office webpage, Registrar’s Office on 4th floor) Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  8. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 On Exam Day • Bring BU ID • Bring semester exam number • Bring laptop power adapter (required) and wireless card if external • Disable hibernation mode, firewalls, automatic updates. (Re-enable after exam) • Arrive 30 minutes before scheduled start time • Start SofTest, click “Launch SofTest” • Select Exam File, enter semester exam number and exam password • Click “Begin Exam” • Wait at “STOP” sign for instructor, type “begin” to start exam • Click “Exit exam” when finished, computer will reboot Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  9. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 After Your Exam • Computer reboots, upload window with countdown pops up • Re-enable wireless card and connect to wireless network • ExamSoft will upload when countdown reaches 0 • Check confirmation via email or clicking “Exam History” in SofTest Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  10. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Support • Email: lawhd@bu.edu • Phone: 617.358.5555 • In person: Room 1770 • Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00AM to 5:00PM • On site at the beginning and end of every exam • Tell proctor if you have a problem and we will assist Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  11. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Questions Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

  12. Office of Systems & Technology 11.05.2009 Thank You! Boston University Slideshow Title Goes Here

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