Hardware+Connectivity

Nice to Know……

 * When on a stand, you will want to **lower the board to below 6 foot** so that it will fit through the doorway.
 * Feet l**ock the board in place**
 * Software from Smart is usually updated a couple of times a year--schools may want to "hold off" and update during the summer so that everyone is running the same version.

Hardware connectivity
>> or Start Menu→All Programs if using >> **keep in mind that as long as your computer is connected to the Smart Board, you can also use the board’s tray tools.**
 * **How to connect your Smartboard & Computer[[image:welcome-smart.jpg width="235" height="180" align="left"]]**
 * **Step #1:** Connect your computer to the Smart Board and Projector and turn your computer on (this will establish all the connections and you won’t end up troubleshooting)
 * **Step #2:** If the Smart Board Start Center is not visible, you will need to Open the Software/Program. In most cases you will find the Smart Board Software in the Applications Folder if using[[image:apple.jpg]]
 * **Step #2:** If the Smart Board Start Center is not visible, you will need to Open the Software/Program. In most cases you will find the Smart Board Software in the Applications Folder if using[[image:apple.jpg]]
 * **Step #3:** A great starting point for using the Smart Board is to use the **Floating Tools** with a web browser or other programs that you generally use with your curriculum. **Click the [[image:tab.jpg align="left"]]arrows/triangles on the Smart Board Floating Tools Tab** to “activate” the floating tools menu so that you can begin using them when displaying a web page, program, or presentation.

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 * **Using the Pen Tray**
 * **Pen color** is generated by the **pen that is missing from the tray**
 * Pen color is **NOT** the color of the pen taken.
 * Teachers can use dowels in place of the pens if you think you will lose them.
 * **Tray Buttons**
 * On-screen keyboard button
 * Right click button

**[[image:orient2.jpg align="left"]]Orienting/Synching the Board**
if you have the Smart Board Floating/Tab Tools open, located **OPEN** in the top menubar and navigate to **ORIENT**
 * Orient the board: //Hold down both buttons on the board tray//** (this is the easiest way!)
 * OR**