unable to access blackboard

by Ole Lockman 8 min read

Existing Students: If you are unable to log in to Blackboard this could be for one of the following reasons:
  • Username or password entered is wrong. [Please check you are typing the correct username and password. ...
  • Your account has been suspended. Contact your Student Support Centre for assistance.
Aug 29, 2018

Why is my Blackboard not working?

Internet History and Cache Sometimes, this stored data can create problems for Blackboard users trying to login to the system. If you are experiencing “Session Already Running” errors or are unable to view certain web content, try clearing your Internet history and/or cache.

Why is Blackboard locked?

User accounts are locked by multiple incorrect sign in attempts. You can set accounts to automatically unlock after the amount of time you set.

Why can't I connect to Blackboard Collaborate?

Try clearing your browser cache, and reloading the session. Restart your computer. Try using Firefox instead of Chrome. Try dialling into the session using your phone.

How long will I be locked out of blackboard?

The default setting is 300 seconds. If a user doesn't successfully log in during this period, their account is locked. Provide the number of minutes a user's account remains locked. The default setting is 360 minutes.

How long does it take for Blackboard account to unlock?

As a security feature to prevent unauthorized logins to your account, your Blackboard account will lock after 5 failed login attempts. The lock will remain in place for approximately 90 minutes. After that point, you will be able to attempt the login again.

How do I connect to Blackboard Collaborate?

Use the following steps to join a Collaborate session on a computer using Microsoft Windows:Point to Tools and click Blackboard Collaborate to access the Blackboard Collaborate Scheduler Page.Access the Room Details page and click Join Room.

Does Blackboard Collaborate work on Firefox?

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.

How do I download Blackboard to my computer?

Click on the Join Room button in the first box (the general room for the course). Then, the room (as shown below) will come up on the screen. For first-time users, click on the link “download the Blackboard Collaborate Launcher” Click on the Download Launcher button. A pop-up window reminds you to install the launcher.