Preparing Personal Computer for Board Testing

Issue/Question

How do I prepare my computer prior to taking a National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) exam

Environment

• Windows
• NBME exam

Resolution

1. Update your laptop
2. Ensure your laptop can connect to a wired network.  Some laptops may need a USB RJ-45 network adapter.
   Note: Network cables are provided for exams, Network adapters are not provided
3. Run NBME Workstation Certification on your laptop:
   1. Go to NBME exam site
   2. Click CONTINUE to download the Secure Browser
   3. Click DOWNLOAD
   4. Follow browser instructions to save and run the installation file
      Note: Downloaded file name is PCSecureBrowser.exe
      Note: Download a new copy for each exam, Do not use previous versions of the secure browser
   5. Click TEST COMPATIBILITY under Workstation Certification
   6. Click Examinee Personal Laptop Certification
   7. Click I will be taking a web-based exam.
   8. Click Launch Sample Exam
   9. Follow prompts for exam instructions and sample exam
      Note: Press Ctrl+Shift+Q to close the browser if needed
4. If advised, follow steps to bring your personal laptop to the Chief Proctor or Technical Support Staff

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