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6/26/2008 Update on JAVA for RamCT

CSU’s current version of RamCT relies on Java for some functions. To provide the most secure, flexible and reliable use of Java-dependent tools we made some changes.

We now recommend using either Java 6 update 6 (JRE 1.6.0_06) or Java 6 update 3 (JRE 1.6.0_03) on Windows computers.

Both of these versions of Java are secure and work with RamCT. Also note that, in Windows, running a Java update typically does NOT remove older versions of Java from a machine. If an unpatched version of Java is present, even if a new version has been installed, it can still contribute to an exploit. Go to Add/Remove Programs and remove old versions of Java.

Attention CSU INB Banner and RamCT Users

The recent upgrade to CSU's Banner system requires the use of an older version of Java, 1.5x. If you are a Microsoft Windows user who needs to use BOTH INB Banner and RamCT we recommend that you do the following:

  • Remove any previous versions of Java on your Windows computer. View Iinstructions on how to uninstall previous versions of Java.
  • Install the Java version that is recommended by CSU's Information Systems for INB Banner. This older version will still work with RamCT.

Apple Computers and Java

For Apple computers running Mac OS X, use the most recent version of Java provided by Apple. Under System Preference | System select Software Update.  This will check for any updates needed for your computer including any Java updates.

How to Install CSU’s Recommended Version of Java

Download a .pdf copy of "Installing CSU's Recommended Version of Java".
-This provides information on how to find what version of Java is installed on your computer, how to uninstall previous versions of Java and how to install the CSU recommended version

  1. Download the CSU recommended version of Java
  2. You will be prompted to Run or Cancel the installation.  Select Run
  3. On the License Agreement page select the Typical setup option and click on Accept
  4. This will begin the installation of Java on your computer
  5. Continue to the RamCT login page and click on the Browser Check link. 
  6. Complete this check to insure your computer is ready to use RamCT.

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