Overview
Power interruptions during a remote proctoring session can cause significant disruption and, in some cases, prevent you from completing your session. If you are using a laptop, it is strongly recommended that your device is plugged into a power source for the duration of the exam. Running on battery alone may result in low-battery warnings, device shutdowns, or performance issues that could impact your testing experience.
In this article, you will learn:
In-session power acknowledgements
Common issues caused by running on battery
In-session power acknowledgements
If your laptop is not connected to a power source, SmarterProctoring may display acknowledgment prompts to warn you about the potential risk of losing power during your session.
These acknowledgments may appear:
During onboarding, if your device is not plugged into power and running on battery power alone.
During the exam, if your battery charge state drops below 50%.
Common issues that can occur when running on battery power
Remote proctoring is a power-intensive task. Remaining connected to power during your session is critical to avoid the following common issues:
Performance slowdowns: Laptops can enter a power-saving mode when running on battery, which can reduce CPU speed or connection speed. This can cause delays in loading exam pages or disconnections to the proctoring session.
Device shutdown: If a laptop battery drains completely, your laptop will power off, disconnecting you from your remote proctoring session.