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You will need the following computer hardware, software, and accounts:
  • A personal computer running a standard platform such as Windows or Macintosh.
     
  • Internet service.
     
  • A web browser like Netscape Navigator 4.6 or 4.7, Netscape 7.X, Internet Explorer 5.5 or 6.0. (Netscape 6.0 is not recommended.)
     
  • Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is available for free, is needed for viewing PDF documents.
     
  • PACER account with PACER login and password.  You may obtain a PACER account through the PACER Service Center's website at www.pacer.psc.uscourts.gov, and complete the on-line form as instructed. You may also call the center toll free at 1-800-676-6856.
     
  • A PDF-compatible word processor like Macintosh or Windows-based versions of WordPerfect or Word.
     
  • Software to convert documents from a word processor format to portable document format (PDF). Adobe Acrobat PDF Writer is recommended. Acrobat Writer Version 3.X, 4.X and 5.0 adequately meet the CM/ECF filing requirements.
      
  • A scanner may be necessary to create electronic images of documents that are not in your word processing system.
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