Is special hardware and/or software required to file documents using CM/ECF?
Registered attorneys and creditors will need the following hardware and software to file documents in CM/ECF: PC running Microsoft Windows or Macintosh. The more memory you, have the faster your documents can be processed, such as when you are scanning and/or converting to PDF format. An Internet service provider (ISP) and browser software. The higher the connection speed between your computer and your ISP, the less time you will need to wait for your filings to upload. CM/ECF has been tested successfully using Internet Explorer 6.0 and Netscape 7.2 as representative browsers. Other browsers and browser versions may work as well. You cannot use America Online s version of Netscape Navigator. Bankruptcy petition software. CM/ECF provides a “case upload” interface which greatly simplifies the process of opening new bankruptcy cases. Several petition preparation software packages provide the appropriately formatted files to take advantage of the interface. All documents (except creditor m