In order to participate in the virtual classroom project, you need your own computer equipment.
Note for Apple users: In order to reduce our technician’s work load, we highly suggest that you borrow a portable PC from your unit for the duration of the course.
Allies Web
Please follow this
link
to access Allies Web application prerequisites.
WebEx
To use WebEx, you must have:
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A Headset with microphone
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Please note that all speakers will have to be mute during virtual classes.
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A Webcam
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Included in laptop or added to computer
Most PC compatible cameras should work with WebEx. WebEx has tested the following cameras for their high quality video:
| Cisco VT Camera II | Cisco VT Camera III | Logitech QuickCam S7500 |
| Tandberg Precision HD | Logitech Quick Cam Pro 9000 | Logitech QuickCam C905 |
| Logitech QuickCam Orbit AF | Microsoft LifeCam HD -1000 | Microsoft LifeCam VX |
| Microsoft LifeCam Cinema | Microsoft LifeCam VX -3000 | Microsoft LifeCam VX -6000 |
| Microsoft LifeCam NX -6000 | | |
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Display
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1024 x 768 resolution with 16 bit color representation
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A phone
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Software
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Adobe Reader, Word
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Web Navigator
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Ideally Internet Explorer 7.0 or higher for compatibility with ALLIES.
The following navigators work with WebEx but not with ALLIES: Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome.
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How do I test my compatibility with WebEx?
- Go to the WebEx Web site to
join a test session. (External link, Opens in a new window.)
- Enter your name and e-mail in the spaces provided and click the "Join" button.
- A pop-up will appear with a progress bar to indicate that you are joining the meeting. This process may take several minutes.
- You will be placed in a WebEx meeting. You will see "Congratulations! Your system is now set up properly."
Note: If you are having difficulty running the test, contact your department's information technology services.
System requirements are listed on the WebEx Web site. You can also contact WebEx Support at 1-866-229-3239.
