System Requirements

Expos Quick Reference Guide

In a nutshell, you need an Internet connection, an updated browser (but not Firefox 6 or IE9), and an updated Flash player. Below are details.

System Requirements:

	Processor	Ram	Graphics
PC	Intel Pentium 4 2.33GHz or Higher	At least 512MB RAM	64MB VRAM
			At Least 1024x768 or Higher Resolution
Mac	PowerPC G5 1.8GHz or Higher	At least 512MB RAM	64MB VRAM
	Intel Core Duo 1.33GHz or Higher		At Least 1024x768 or Higher Resolution

You may experience decreased system performance if you have several applications or windows open while logged into the Expos.

Operating System and Internet Browser Requirements:

	Windows XP	Windows Vista	Windows 7	Mac OSX
Browser	Internet Explorer: 6, 7, 8	Internet Explorer: 7,8	Internet Explorer: 7, 8	Safari: 4
	Firefox: 3.x	Firefox: 3.x	Firefox 3.x	Firefox 3.x
	Google Chrome	Google Chrome	Google Chrome
Flash	10 or higher	10 or higher	10 or higher	10 or higher

Please note that Internet Explorer 9 and Firefox 6 are not supported.

We recommend you log in via a wired-internet connection. If you're using an older, or unsupported Operating System, Internet Browser, or version of Flash, you might experience difficulty or decreased performance.

Certain portions of the Expos require Cookies to be enabled, as well as allowing pop-up windows.

To determine your system properties:

For PC:

Right Click on “My Computer”
Select “Properties”
Select the “General” tab

For Mac:

Select the “Apple” Icon in upper left
Select “About this Mac”

To determine your browser version:

For PC:

Open Browser
Select the “Help” Menu
Select “About”

For Mac:

Open Browser
Select “Firefox” Menu
Select “About”

Browser Updates:

For PC users:

Internet Explorer: Download Here
Mozilla Firefox: Download Here

For Mac users:

Mozilla Firefox: Download Here

Please note that Internet Explorer 9 and Firefox 6 are not supported.

Flash Updates:

All users: Download Here

Enabling cookies and disabling pop-up blocker

For PC users:

For IE 6.0 and above

Open Internet Explorer
Select “Tools” Menu
Select “Internet Options”
Select the “Privacy” tab
Uncheck “Turn on Pop-up Blocker” to disable
Select “Advanced”
Check “Override automatic cookie handling”
Select “Always allow session cookies”
Select “OK”

For Firefox

Open Firefox
Select “Tools” Menu
Select “Options”
Select the “Content” tab
Uncheck “Block pop-up windows”
Select the “Privacy” tab
From the drop down, select “Remember history”
Select “OK”

For Mac users:

Open Firefox
Select “Firefox” Menu
Select “Preferences”
Select the “Content” tab
Uncheck “Block pop-up windows”
Select the “Privacy” tab
Check “Accept cookies from sites”
Close window

Quick reference questions:

Do I need to download any plugins or applications to my machine?

No, you do not need to download any additional software beyond your internet browser and adobe flash player, version 10 or higher.

What if my computer doesn't meet your minimum requirements? Can I still attend?

You will still be able to access the environment, however you may not experience optimal load times or playback. In the case of your adobe flash player being an older version, you may experience errors with loading the Expos. In this case we recommend you upload your flash player for free from http://www.adobe.com/support/flashplayer/downloads.html.

Do I have to buy any additional equipment?

Display/Resolution Size

The recommended resolution for your display is at least a 1024x768 or higher resolution. The Expos environment will adjust to your screen size. However, if your display isn't at this setting, follow this quick guide.

Changing your Screen Resolution

For PC users:

Select “Start”
Navigate to, and select “Control Panel”
Navigate to, and select “Display”, then select “Settings” tab
Adjust Screen Resolution to 1024x768 or higher
Select “Apply”, then “OK”

For Mac users:

Select the “Apple Icon” and select “System Preferences”
Select “Displays”, and select “Display” tab
Select 1024x768 or higher

Quick reference questions:

What if I have a small monitor?

The Expos environment will automatically adjust the display to fit your monitor. You will still be able to access all content available to you.

Internet Connection

It is recommended to be on a strong wired broadband connection with a speed of at least 1.4 Mbps. You may view the Expos on a slower connection, however some users may experience longer than normal load times with larger content items, such as High Definition video streams.

To test your Internet connection: Visit http://www.speedtest.net

Quick reference questions:

What if I am on wireless?

You may still access the Expos from a wireless connection, however you may experience longer than normal load times. Some file can be very large in size, in which case you may experience longer than normal download times as well.

What if I’m behind a firewall?

The Expos software is designed to work with most firewall and proxy settings. However, if you are experiencing connectivity issues, you may contact your system administrator, or the Expos help staff listed in the footer of the webpage.