blackboard connect java issues

by Prof. Elwyn Spencer IV 3 min read

Does Blackboard run on Java?

Blackboard Learn now uses Java 8. Blackboard Learn SaaS and 9.1 Q2 2016 run on Java 8, the latest version of Java from Oracle.

Why is Blackboard not working on my computer?

Make sure that cookies from third parties are allowed. Third party cookies are allowed by default on all supported browsers. If you experience problems staying logged in to Blackboard, please check your browser settings to make sure you allow third party cookies.

Which browser does not work well with Blackboard?

Supported browsersBrowserDesktopMobileGoogle ChromeTMWindows®, macOS, UbuntuAndroidTMFirefox® Firefox ESR is not supportedWindows, macOSNot supportedSafari®macOS 10.13+iOS® 14+, iPadOSMicrosoft Edge® (Chromium)Windows, macOSAndroid, iOS

Which web browser works best with Blackboard?

Recommended Browser We strongly recommend Blackboard students use the latest version of Mozilla Firefox for Windows or Mac because it is the most compatible with our current Blackboard systems.

Why is Blackboard not working on Mac?

The problem occurs when you are using Safari on a Mac computer. You are able to login to myCommNet but when you click the link to Blackboard it requires an additional login. This is usually due to the browser not accepting cookies. You could workaround this by using a different browser such as Chrome.

Does Blackboard work on Chrome?

Blackboard Collaborate is regularly certified against the following combinations of browsers and operating systems....Certified browsers and operating systems.BrowserDesktopMobileGoogle ChromeWindows 10 & 11, macOS 10.14+Android 9+3 more rows

Does Blackboard work on Mac?

The Blackboard Collaborate Launcher is a software application for Mac OS X 10.8. 4 and higher. The Launcher provides a convenient and reliable way for you to access your Blackboard Collaborate web conferencing sessions and recordings.

Does Blackboard work with Microsoft Edge?

The new Windows 10 browser, Microsoft Edge, is listed as being supported by Blackboard. At this time the GVSU Blackboard Support group recommends Firefox, Chrome or Safari. A list of Blackboard supported browsers can be found here.Jan 1, 2018

Is Blackboard compatible with Safari?

A variety of modern operating systems including common desktop, tablet, and handheld devices like Windows 10, Apple OS X, IOS and Android. Blackboard maintains a complete list of tested operating systems. Note: Windows XP is NOT supported!

Does Internet Explorer support Blackboard?

** Google Chrome versions 42+, Mozilla Firefox versions 52+, and Microsoft Edge do not support NPAPI-type plug-ins, including Java plug-ins and many media browser plug-ins....Which browsers are most compatible with Blackboard Learn?BrowserSupported Desktop* Browser VersionsInternet Explorer11+ (Windows only)Safari6+ (Mac OS only)3 more rows•Jan 15, 2021