Required browser settings for logging in to Blackboard include the following:

  • Accept all cookies.
  • Security Level set at Medium.
  • Enable JavaScript.
  • In Internet Explorer,
          - you may reset these settings by clicking on Tools in the menu bar at the top of your browser.

          - Next click on Internet Options and find and set proper features under the Security tab and Custom Level button. Also, if you are running, Internet Explorer version 8, we have found it is best to run it in Compatibility View. This can be changed by going to Tools
            and then Compatibility View. 

If your instructor is using the Blackboard Virtual Classroom, Java must be enabled.  

For more information about Java, look in the System Requirements section of Blackboard Help for Students.

You can also check your settings with this Browser Checker.