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Connecting hardware and activating SMART Response software

To send information to and receive information from SMART Response clickers, you must connect the SMART Response receiver to your computer. You can then check the receiver’s status in Teacher Tools.

Important 

If you are using SMART Response software in CE or VE mode, you must activate the software within 30 days of installation. See Activating SMART Response CE software or Activating SMART Response VE software for instructions.