Browser, E-mail, and PDF Reader Requirements

This system will operate more effectively with the most current versions of Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator and Acrobat Reader. When selecting a browser to use with this system, please keep in mind that we have found Internet Explorer works best for PCs and Netscape works best for Macs. We make this recommendation for this system only and do not intend to imply that this is true in all situations. Please take the time to update your software.

Browser

When you run the setup program for your browser, take the defaults to insure common utilities are available. Most importantly, make sure your browser allows JavaScript. You will not be able to venture past the initial page without JavaScript enabled.

You must also allow Cookies. Our program writes a cookie to your system that is active until you log out. This cookie lets the system know you are a registered user and it is a security feature for the data contained in the system. The cookie is deactivated once you log out and you will receive a new one the next time you log in.

You may also want to find out if there are file size restrictions set by your provider. If you are attempting to submit large figure files, your provider may not allow them to be transmitted all at once. If you experience this problem, inquire what the limits are and send small "filler" files for your initial submission. When those initial manuscript files have been uploaded and converted, you will have the option to replace each file individually. At this time, you can replace the "filler" files with the larger figure files. This is also an option if you have a slow connection. You will also have the option to add/upload additional files.

E-mail

We test the software using Qualcomm Eudora and Microsoft Outlook. The system sends text-based messages with embedded html links. Some e-mail programs wrap text, possibly introducing a line break in the middle of a link. If the link is broken, you will be sent to the login page, instead of to the manuscript, because security keys are built into those links. Make sure the entire link appears in your browser's address line. If it does not, carefully copy and paste the entire link into the address line to continue.

Acrobat Reader

Acrobat Reader is a free software program available from Adobe. The most current version at this time is 5.0. Please update your version of Acrobat Reader before attempting to view PDF files on this site.

Recommended Utilities

	(Suggested for PC users)
	(Suggested for Mac users)
	(PDF Viewer)