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After requiring Respondus LockDown for a test, a randomized password will be assigned in the Blackboard test options page for that exam. Do not change or remove this password. Respondus LockDown works by automatically populating this password for students who are using the browser.
Since Respondus LockDown assigns a password in the test options page, why Why is there a separate password setting in the Respondus Dashboard?
The password setting in the Respondus Dashboard is intended for situations where both Respondus LockDown and test proctoring are required. The password ensures that students who already have Respondus installed can’t access the exam without a proctor.
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