Pearson will release TestNav 8.3 on July 1, 2015. These TestNav 8.3 requirements apply to customers when they take the 8.3 release.
For details on most recent support changes, see the Recently Updated
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These reflect minimum and recommended requirements; however, some customers slightly vary requirements for their specific organizations
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Refer to the requirements on this page to set up browser-based TestNav or TestNav installable apps.
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iPad
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Processor
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x86/x32 and x64
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Intel-based™
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any
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any
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Memory
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512 MB RAM
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1 GB RAM
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Minimum
512 MB RAM
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Recommended
1 GB RAM
(iPad 3rd gen +)
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Minimum
2 GB RAM
Recommended
4 GB RAM
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Minimum screen size
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9.5-in
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9.5-in
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9.5-in
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9.5-in
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Minimum screen resolution
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1024 x 768
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1024 x 768
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1024 x 768
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1024 x 768
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Windows RT tablets are not supported
Wired external keyboard for tablets
Local File access to home directory
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Wired external keyboard for tablets
Local File access to home directory
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Wired external keyboard for tablets
Turn off Auto-Correction and Predictive text - see instructions
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1These requirements do not supersede the minimum requirements of the supported operating systems. Refer to the minimum requirements for the operating system.
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As a general rule regarding optimal online testing, you should avoid using any computer that takes noticeably long (10 seconds or more) to start and run applications. |
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Allow the following URLs to open in any firewalls, proxy servers, or software used for Internet content filtering:
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2 TestNav content is dynamically hosted in the cloud. No static IP addresses or ranges can be provided.
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Firefox 38 and higher | Windows: 7, 8, 8.1 |
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IE 11 | Windows: 7, 8.1 |
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Safari 6.x | Mac OS X: 10.7, 10.8 |
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Safari 7.x | Mac OS X: 10.9 |
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Safari 8.x | Mac OS X: 10.10 |
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Use the links below to download and set up the app for your supported operating system.
Operating system | Download the app | Setup instructions |
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| Android 5.0 Lollipop | from Google Play | Android devices |
| Chrome OS 43 or higher | from Chrome Web Store | Chromebook |
| iOS 8 | from the App Store | iPad |
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In September 2015, Pearson plans to release TestNav Desktop, an installable app for Windows, Mac, and Linux. |
. TestNav does not prevent usage of older OS versions. Our team will provide full support to organizations that find the need to use an older OS that is not listed below.
Hardware Requirements (2025-26 School Year)
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Do not use devices that take 10 seconds or more to start/run applications. |
Requirement | Details |
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Processor | x64 - AMD, ARM, ARM64, or Intel™-based* |
Memory | 4 GB RAM; Minimum - 2 GB RAM Linux and iOS - 2 GB RAM; Minimum - 1 GB RAM |
Screen Size | 9.5-in |
Resolution | 1024 x 768 |
Other | - External keyboard and mouse (or touchpad) for touchscreen devices
- Local File access to home directory
- Wired keyboards (recommended) - Tablet mode not supported |
Virtual Environments
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*Devices with ARM-based processors running Windows must be running Windows 11 to install TestNav.
Software Requirements (2025-26 School Year)
Annually, Pearson updates support requirements based on the TestNav System Requirement Policy. Districts should use this policy to determine annual purchasing needs and prepare devices. See Upcoming Support Changes below this section for more info on coming changes.
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Use supported operating systems as they appear on this page. Attempting to use an unsupported or beta version of an OS can result in TestNav error, as well as security issues during high-stakes tests. Pearson tests all beta and newly released OS versions to ensure functionality and security with TestNav BEFORE support is added in the tables below. We understand many of our customers are automatically downloading Chrome OS versions as soon as they become available. Due to Chrome OS frequent release cycles, Pearson continually tests beta versions of Chrome OS to efficiently add support. Any concerns with early testing will be communicated via a Technical Bulletin. We do not recommend betas to be used for interim or summative testing. See Beta Testing In-Progress section below for betas currently being tested. |
TestNav Apps (kiosk-mode available)
When necessary for some tests, TestNav apps can run in kiosk mode,which prevents students from accessing any other web pages or applications while testing.
| Devices/OS | Estimated Minimum Version Support (2025-2026) | Download TestNav | Setup Instructions |
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Long-term support (LTS)
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| iPadOS | 17.3+, 18.x, 26.x** | ||
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| macOS | 14.x, 15.x, 26.x | ||
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*For more details, see the Chrome OS Release Schedule and Long-term Support (LTS) on ChromeOS.
**The TestNav app cannot enforce horizontal mode on 12.9-inch or larger iPads held vertically, which limits its full functionality. Apple is addressing this issue.
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Upcoming Support Changes
Pearson aligns support requirements with changing technologies. See the TestNav System Requirement Policy for details.
When operating system updates are released, Pearson first tests a beta version and reports bugs to developers. When the final version is publicly released, Pearson also tests this version to ensure TestNav compatibility before supporting it. When hardware or software deprecates, Pearson drops support for it.
Pearson pushes major TestNav upgrades twice a year—in summer and in winter. See TestNav App Updates for more information.
You must also complete specific processes to set up and run TestNav. If you have not already done so, see the Set Up Browser-based TestNav and Set Up Installable TestNav Apps sections, depending on your test environment.
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