To ensure the best CAS SciFindern experience, and to conform with the most recent Internet security standards, use the latest recommended web browser technology. (Updated May 2019)
OS/Browser Recommendations
- Windows 10: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher, Firefox 52 (ESR), Edge 15 and higher.
- Windows 8.1: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher, Firefox 52 (ESR)
- Windows 7: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher, Firefox 52 (ESR)
- Mac OS X 10.13: Safari 11.x, Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher, Firefox 52 (ESR)
- Mac OS X 10.12: Safari 10.x, Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher, Firefox 52 (ESR)
- Mac OS X 10.11: Safari 9.3 and higher, Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher, Firefox 52 (ESR)
- iOS 11: Safari 11.x, Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 8.0 and higher
- iOS 10: Safari 10.x, Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 8.0 and higher
- iOS 9: Safari 9.3, Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 8.0 and higher
- Android 7.x: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher
- Android 6.x: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher
- Android 5.x: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher
- Android 4.x: Chrome 60 and higher, Firefox 55 and higher
Structure Editor Requirements
CAS SciFindern users have two options for structure drawing: ChemDoodle and CASDraw.
Meeting the basic browser and operating systems requirements outlined above, and having JavaScript and cookies enabled are sufficient to use these editors. A Java plug-in is not required.
Note: iOS 10.3 with iCloud enabled is required for drawing package file import/export.
Internet Connection Requirements
Check with your organization's Site Administrator, Key Contact or help desk before changing any settings to conform to these requirements.
- SSL (https) connection on port 443 to scifinder-n.cas.org.
- https connection on port 80 to chemport.cas.org for full-text linking
Additional Recommendations and Requirements
- JavaScript and cookies must be enabled.
- Add https://scifinder-n.cas.org to your browser’s "Trusted Sites" and Pop-up blocker Exceptions lists.
- A PDF reader is required for exporting and printing SciFindern answers and other information. Adobe Reader can be used with Mac or Windows computers. Preview is a free viewer provided with Mac OS X.
- Appropriate ActiveX and plug-in permissions are required for Internet Explorer