Click here for a list of Blackboard Compatible OS and Browsers

Hardware: 64 MB of RAM, 1 G of free disk space

Software: Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat Reader

Browser:
PC: Microsoft Internet Explorer Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher or Firefox
MAC: Users with 10.3, need to download Firefox 1.0.x version. Users with 10.4, you can use Safari 2.0 or Firefox 1.0.x.

Blackboard courses use Java, JavaScript, and Cookies and it is essential you have these elements installed, enabled and configured properly in your web browser. Click here for step-by-step browser configuration instructions.  

Internet Connection:
56.6 KBPS modem, cable modem, DSL, or intranet (T-1)
Note: Corporate or academic security firewalls may block chat or streaming media. Accommodations for access can usually be arranged if you contact your network administrator.

Audio:
Some courses contain audio and require 16 bit or better sound card and speakers.