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System Requirements | Browser Requirements | Security

System Requirements
 

Minimum Specification for Client PC


Processor 90Mhz Intel Pentium Processor with 512k Cache
Memory 32 MB Ram
Monitor 1024x768 resolution screen
Sun Java Version 1.6.0
Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or 7.0
Operating software Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Vista

Recommended Specification

Processor 300Mhz Intel Pentium II Processor with 512k Cache
Memory 128 MB Ram
Monitor 1024x768 resolution screen
Sun Java Version 1.6.0_13
Internet Explorer Version 6.0 or 7.0
Operating software Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP or Windows Vista

Note:

Operating System: Windows 98 and Windows NT are not supported by ScotiaFX Internet Trading Platform. To use this platform your local PC must have Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista installed.

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The ScotiaFX Internet Trading platform requires that you have Sun Java 1.6.0 installed on your local PC.

Check with your information technology group if you have a department that is responsible for applications on your desktop.

IMPORTANT NOTE: If you upgrade to Sun Java 1.6.0 and are currently using a lower version of Java for other applications, you may experience difficulties accessing your other applications.

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Browser Requirements

  • Internet Explorer: version 6.0 SP1
If you need to upgrade your browser:

Check with your information technology group if you have a department that is responsible for applications on your desktop.

If you do not have an IT department, you can upgrade your browser by going to the Microsoft web sites, which have free downloads. If your current browser is specifically selected for an application, you may choose not to overwrite it with the upgrade but install a second browser. You should follow all instructions on these sites to do the upgrade. We do not take any responsibility for browser configuration.
  • Internet Explorer upgrade at www.microsoft.com - click on Downloads, enter the application name and your operating system.
A selection of downloads (and download times) will be presented. Pick the version of the browser you want to download and follow the instructions provided. Back to Top

Security

The ScotiaFX trading application runs on our secure platform. An ID and password are required to open a trading session and each client is able to specify the access privileges for each member of their staff. The application uses at least 128 bit encryption for all data and digital certificates to authenticate clients.

If you wish more information on our security, please contact the Client Support Desk for North America at (416) 945-4445 or 1(877) 389-3669. For UK/European Clients please dial your International Access Code +800-9997-2391 or contact us by email at scotia_fx@scotiacapital.com.

ScotiaFX is built on a secure web server. If for security reasons your company has established a firewall, please have your IT department make arrangements for you to have access.

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