For details on supported changes, see the Recently Updated page.

Upcoming Support Changes

Pearson aligns support requirements with changing technologies. When 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.

Testing in ProgressSupport Ending - 2018-19 School Year
  • iOS 11.4

The support changes below will take place with the upcoming Summer 2018 TestNav 8.11 release

Operating Systems:

  • Chrome OS versions 57-66
  • iOS versions 10.2 and 10.2.1
  • macOS versions 10.9 and 10.10

Browsers:

  • Firefox ESR 52

For ProctorCache upcoming changes, see ProctorCache System Requirements.

Note that customers may take TestNav releases at varying times, depending on testing sessions.

TestNav App
Update Process
Android appAuto update - No action required.*
Chrome appAuto update - No action required.*
Windows Store appAuto update - No action required.*
iOS appDownload updated version from App Store.
Desktop appDownload updated version from download.testnav.com.

*Unless the auto-update feature is disabled. If disabled, download updated versions from the appropriate app store.

The requirements in this section reflect TestNav minimum requirements; however, some customers slightly vary requirements for their specific organizations.

Hardware Requirements

(lightbulb) Customers should avoid using any computer that takes noticeably long (10 seconds or more) to start/run applications.

SpecificationsWindows

OS X, macOS

Linux

iOS

Android

Chrome OS
Supported devicesDesktops
Laptops
Tablets
Desktops
Laptops
Desktops
Laptops

iPads

Tablets

Chromebooks
Chromeboxes

Processor

x86/x32 and x64

Intel-based™

x86/x32 and x64

any

any

any

Memory

Recommended
4 GB RAM 
Minimum 
2 GB RAM

Recommended
4 GB RAM
Minimum
2 GB RAM

Recommended
2 GB RAM
Minimum
1 GB RAM

Recommended
2 GB RAM 
Minimum
1 GB RAM

Recommended
4 GB RAM
Minimum
2 GB RAM

Recommended
4 GB RAM
Minimum 
2 GB RAM 

Minimum screen size

9.5-in

9.5-in

9.5-in

9.5-in

9.5-in

9.5-in

Minimum screen resolution

1024 x 768

1024 x 768

1024 x 768

1024 x 768

1024 x 768

1024 x 768

Other
  • Windows RT tablets are not supported

  • External keyboard and mouse (or touchpad) for touchscreen devices required
    Wired hardware is recommended
  • Local File access to home directory

Local File access to home directory

 

External (wired) keyboard recommended

External keyboard required
Wired hardware is recommended

Convertible Chromebooks can not be used in tablet mode

(warning) Some customers successfully use virtualization/thin clients; however, Pearson does not provide support for these technologies. Those using these technologies are responsible for their virtualized environment security and performance. Prior to high-stakes testing, customers should compare virtual environment performance to that of a non-virtual environment. 

Tests that Require Kiosk Mode

Kiosk mode prevents students from accessing any other web pages or applications besides TestNav while testing.

Installable TestNav

Use the links below to download and set up the app for your supported OS.

Do not update your OS without verifying supported OS(s) in the table below. Only these listed versions will work with TestNav.

OS
Download Installable TestNav
Setup Instructions
Android 7.0

From Google Play

Set Up TestNav on Android
Chrome OS 57 - 66

From Chrome Web Store

Set Up TestNav on Chrome OS

iOS 10.2, 10.2.1, 10.3.1 - 10.3.3, 11.2.5, 11.2.6, 11.3

For information on iOS 11, see technical bulletin,

TestNav - iOS 11 and Secure Testing

From the App Store

Set Up TestNav on iOS

Linux Fedora 24 (64-bit); Ubuntu 16.04 (64-bit)

From TestNav downloads

Set Up TestNav on Linux

OS X: 10.9, 10.10, 10.11; macOS Sierra 10.12, 10.133

From TestNav downloads 

Set Up TestNav on OS X, macOS
Windows: 7, 8.1, 10 (includes Windows Store app)

From TestNav downloads

Set Up TestNav on Windows

Browser-based TestNav

If your program requires you to use browser-based TestNav, download Firefox ESR from the table below. Then, see setup instructions.

OS
Download browserSetup Instructions
  • OS X: 10.9, 10.10, 10.11
  • macOS Sierra 10.12, 10.133
Firefox ESR 52 

Set Up TestNav with Firefox ESR 52

Windows: 7, 8.1, 10Firefox ESR 52 

3 Customers may add support for this OS at varying times.

Tests that Do Not Require Kiosk Mode

You can use either installable TestNav apps or the browsers in the table below.

Browser

OS

Firefox 52

Windows: 7, 8, 8.1
OS X: 10.9, 10.10, 10.11
macOS Sierra 10.12, 10.13

Google Chrome 57 - 66

Windows: 7, 8.1, 10

OS X: 10.9, 10.10, 10.11

Chrome OS 50 - 66

Android 5.0 - 7.0

IE 11

Windows: 7, 8.1, 10

Microsoft EdgeWindows 10
Safari 9.x

OS X: 10.9, 10.10, 10.11

iOS 10.2, 10.2.1, 10.3.1 -10.3.3, 11.2.5, 11.2.6, 11.3