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What can I do to minimize technical testing disruptions?

You can minimize the risk of delayed starts, test disruptions, and answer submission issues if you follow the instructions for preparing your networks and school-managed devices (if applicable).  

To prepare your network:

  • Set up a guest network if necessary.
  • Help your test coordinator choose testing rooms.
  • Configure your network to allow all necessary traffic.

Go to the Network Readiness Checklist.

To prepare school-managed devices:

  • Make sure testing devices meet all requirements.
  • Follow installation instructions carefully.
  • Enable forced Bluebook updates.
  • Remove or disable  software and processes that launch on startup or run in the background.
  • On Chromebooks, clear user profiles and check the auto-connect setting.
  • Enable Chromebook kiosk accessibility features for students who test with accommodations.

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