Digital Assessment Solutions Equipment Requirements

Laptop/Desktop

Operating System/Browser: Google Chrome and Microsoft Windows 8 and above

Monitor Resolution: A minimum of 1024 X 768 pixels

Setting Requirements: Disable lock and screen savers

Recommended Devices: Minimum of 4GB RAM

 

iPad Tablet

Operating System/Browser: Google Chrome and iOS 9 and above

Recommended Devices:

  • iPad 2 and above
  • iPad Air and above

Android Tablet

Operating System/Browser: Google Chrome and Android version 5 and above

Recommended Devices:

  • 3GHz quad core processor
  • 2GB RAM
  • 10 inch screen

Internet Connection and Network Requirements

Online Assessment

To achieve the best possible experience, we recommend a bandwidth of 4Mbps (500kB/s) per laptop/desktop/tablet (device). For example, 15 devices would require a minimum bandwidth of 60Mbps (7500kB/s).

The minimum recommended bandwidth is 2Mbps (256kB/s) per laptop/desktop or tablet (device). For example, 15 devices would require a minimum of 30Mbps (3840kB/s). If the internet connection just meets the minimum requirements you may experience a slower connection.

 

USB Assessment

An internet connection is required, we recommend a minimum of 4MBps.

HUB Assessment

An internet connection is required, we recommend a minimum of 4MBps.

 

Network Requirements

Wired Connection:

The recommended connection type for online assessments is a wired connection.  This is the most reliable type of connection.  A continuous connection to the LAN is required for the HUB option.

For more information on how to achieve a wired connection on a tablet please contact accreditation@iwcf.org.

Wi-Fi:

To run an online assessment using Wi-Fi you must have a consistent connection. Having a low latency connection will provide a better experience.

3G/4G:

We do not recommend running online assessments using 3G, however a stable 4G connection is acceptable.