RedHat Remote Exam supported hardware (cameras, mice, keyboards)

[PiotrS]

Hi

I'd like to start a thread related to Remote Exam supported hardware.

In the other discussion there are a lot of questions related to cameras, keyboard/mouse setup etc.

So let's start.

Disclaimer: This page is about recommendations by other candidates. There can be various factors which can impact and lead to a different results. As an example maybe a external webcam was not able to autofocus, and a candidate used the laptop internal webcam (which is not mandatory to have) instead. In that scenario, recommending the external webcam might be a bit flawed. 

1. The official requirement page: https://learn.redhat.com/t5/Certification-Resources/Getting-Ready-for-your-Red-Hat-Remote-Exam/ba-p/... 
2. The official Remote Exams FAQ: https://www.redhat.com/en/resources/certification-remote-exams-FAQ

I had an opportunity to test the following hardware during my exam (status for Aug 31st, 2020):

1. Camera - Logitech C920 - works like a charm, sometimes I had issue with microphone but it was related to external noise.

2. Keyboard - Dell KB213p - no issues at all

3. Mouse - generic Dell mouse - no issues at all

I also tested Logitech MX Master 2S mouse - it worked well BUT it's a wireless mouse so it's not allowed on Remote Exams (I had to replace it with wired mouse).

4. Monitor - Dell 25" QHD monitor - no issues at all (exam workspace could be a little bit larger but I had no issues with terminal window/web browser)

What was not allowed:

1. Any type of network connected webcam

2. Smartphone with external software like DroidCamX etc.

Please add your equipment - It could be helpful for future candidates.

[t3comp]

Which ID do you mean ? 

Best,

Jochen 

[ricepower]

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@t3comp wrote:

Which ID do you mean ? 

Best,

Jochen 

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What they meant for ID is that during the pre scan by the proctor, you need to show a valid ID (i.e goverment issued id, passport, driving license etc).. You need to hold this ID infront of the camera and this should be visible/readble from the proctor side. You can monitor this on the camera preview. So in short, a decent autofocus webcam is a must.

[t3comp]

ah, got you.
Thank you.

Best,
Jochen

[t3comp]

Hi Guys,

you have to be careful about that one (Evotor HD 720P). Looks there are different versions out there:

In the Manual it says it works with Linux ;o(

I tried that one:

https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B074QJW96C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Unfortunately it is not working on:

- MacBook Pro, 15'', Early 2011, OS X High Sierra (tried directly on USB-Port and with USB-Dongle (USB 3.0 UGreen) 
UPDATE: only my internal camera was active whatever I did (attaching externa cam directly to usb or usb dongle

=> You can easily find out on the compability test on the third (i think?) page, through: 
1. the green light next to the internal cam being active. 
2. trying to cover the lense of the internal cam or external cam to see what reacs

- Lenovo ThinkPad T520, tried with above USB-Dongle.
UPDATE: tried attaching the cam directly to the usb-port of Lenovo ThinkPad 520 and that WORKED !

Talked to Redhat Remote Exam Support and the recommendation was, to always attach 
devices directly to the USB instead of through a USB Dongle. 
(which is now the case for my upcoming exam) 

-> Although card reader worked fine as well through usb-dongle (UGreen USB 3.0)

Best,

Jochen 

[t3comp]

Hi guys,

I would not recommend the EIVOTOR Webcam 720P either.

Mine also has no autofocus and it is a real hazzle, because you have identify yourself
with your id-card at the beginning of the exam, and it is either really small or if you put your id nearer to the lens it is blurry.

That's the one I used:

https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B074QJW96C/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Best,

Jochen 

[sen]

Hi there.

I took remote exam in october 5th.

I used below item.

- Web Camera - DEPSTECH D04-JP - no issues at all

[ricepower]

I just took my remote exam today (27 Oct 2020) and the below wide angle autofucos webcam is acceptable to the proctor.

FeelTek FHD Webcam  

I used a Dell latitude 7490 + WD15 USB dock with an external keyboard, mouse and 24" monitor.

[qwq]

just wondering if we can use a sd card with a card reader instead of a usb thumbdrive?

[t3comp]

Hi,

that is currently my setup. No idea if there are any
requirements/restrictions not to do this.


Best,


Jochen

[ChrisPf]

I was using USB camera Logitech C922 (PRO HD Stream Webcam 1080p ,  angle 78deg).
Camera passed all the tests. Also camera's microfon passed the tests without any issues.
USB cable is long enough. Camera has a small tripod, but I did not need that during exam.
I used it together with my old MacBook Pro (Retina, 13-inch, Early 2015 - OSX 10.11.6 El Capitan).