GMetrix MOS Practice Tests Quick Start Guide
System Requirements
CPU: 500 megahertz (MHz) processor or higher
RAM: minimum of 1 GB
FREE DISK SPACE: up to 80 MB
DISPLAY: 1024x768 or higher resolution monitor
OPERATING SYSTEM: Microsoft Windows XP with SP 3, Windows Vista, or Windows 7
MS OFFICE SOFTWARE: For Office Practice Tests: Full installation of any version of Office 2007 or Office 2010.
INTERNET: GMetrix requires a high-speed internet connection.
Installation Instructions
1. Create your personal account: Go to www.gmetrix.net and click on the “REGISTER HERE” link to create a personal account.
2. After completing the registration process, login to your account and click on the Downloads link. (If working in a classroom environment, this step may have been done for you by your Administrator. If so, skip to Step 6.)
3. The first window that appears will look like this (If a dialog box appears with the warning “The publisher could not be verified. Are you sure you want to run this software?,” click the Run button):
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4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation process.
5. Once the installation is complete you can launch the practice test.
6. Starting a Practice Test: Double-click the GMetrix icon on your desktop. The first screen you see will ask for your user name and password. These are the username and password you entered when you created your personal account.
7. After entering your login credentials, you will be prompted to enter an Access Code or resume a saved test. You may also click the Try The Demo button to view a demo version of the GMetrix practice tests. Please contact your instructor to receive an access code.
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8. Enter the access code to launch a new practice test or select Resume a saved test to launch a previously saved practice test.
9. Validating the access code: After you enter an access code and hit “Next,” the code will be validated over the web against a secure GMetrix database. If the code is invalid you will receive an error message and should contact your instructor for a new access code.
10. Entering an access code to start a new test will present you with a number of options. Select the appropriate practice test option and you are ready to begin using the GMetrixSMS Practice Test.
Taking the Practice Test
When you start the GMetrix practice test, the corresponding MS Office 2007 application will launch. The first question will appear on the bottom portion of your computer screen as shown in Figures 3 and 4 below.
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Important note:
If the question box does not appear on your screen it is being blocked by your Windows Vista security settings. In order to fix this problem please turn your User Account Control to OFF. User Account Control can be found in your Windows Security Center.
Exit the Practice Test: You can exit a practice test at any time by clicking on the X in the bottom right corner of the question box. You will then be asked if you want to Save the test for later, Skip to the end, or Resume at this point. If you save the test, you can log in later and resume the test at the point where you saved it.
Upon completing a practice test, your test will immediately be scored and the results will be presented. You can print these results for later reference. You can also view your results online by logging in at www.gmetrix.net with your Username and Password.
Special instructions for Proxy Server environments
If your organization allows internet access only through a proxy server, the GMetrix Practice Tests may be blocked from verifying your login information or synchronizing your test results with the GMetrix Administrator. If this situation occurs, please consult with your network system administrator and have him configure the proxy server via the Network Setting link on the login screen.
Customer Support
For additional questions regarding the GMetrix practice test software please contact us at .
Software Updates
The GMetrix Practice software searches for updates from the server whenever it is executed. Two types of updates exist: Important and Optional.
Important updates must be installed before the testing can proceed. Optional updates can be skipped and installed during a subsequent login.
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