Where do I download the latest version of Zoom?

You can download the latest version of Zoom from: Zoom - Download Center

How do I use Zoom on my PC or Mac?

After downloading Zoom, learn how to use the Zoom Desktop Client

You can activate your account by your own with your myessec credentials by clicking on the button below. Clicking on this button to activate your account means that you accept the following conditions:

• • Your personal data will be subject to automated processing in accordance with European Regulation (EU) 2016/679 of 27 April 2016 on the protection of individuals with regard to the processing of personal data and the law "Informatique, fichiers et libertés" No. 78-17 of 6 January 1978 as amended. The data controller is the Managing Director of the Essec Group (dgpd@essec.edu).

  • The processing for which this data is intended is the provision of a professional video conferencing tool to members of the Essec community.

  • The data collected is your name, first name, email address, status, date of creation of your account, title, start and end dates and the link of your meeting.

  • The use of the tool is optional. By creating an account, you give your consent to the processing of your data.

  • The data is communicated to the following recipients: the team in charge of managing the forum, Zoom and Panopto.

  • No automated decision making or profiling is carried out on the basis of this data.

  • The data will be transferred to a third country (United States) under appropriate guarantees, the terms of which can be consulted by e-mail to the Essec Group's Data Protection Officer (DPD@essec.edu).

  • The processed data are kept 3 years after your last meeting organization.

  • You have the right to request access to your personal data, correction, deletion, limitation of processing. You can withdraw your consent. You can exercise these rights by e-mail to the Data Protection Officer of the Essec Group (DPD@essec.edu). You also have the right to file a complaint with the Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Libertés (CNIL).

Accept the treatment and activate my account

If you already had a free Zoom account with your B00XXXXXX@essec.edu email address, you should receive an email after you tried to activate your account to validate the transfer of your old account to the ESSEC Business School domain. Please click on the link in this email to activate your account.

How do I join a Zoom meeting?

You can join a meeting by clicking the meeting link or going to "join.zoom.us" and entering in the meeting ID. 

• Learn more about joining a meeting

How do I join with computer/device audio?

On most devices, you can join with computer/device audio by clicking Join Audio, Join with Computer Audio, or Audio to access the audio settings. 

• Learn more about connecting your audio

Do I have to have a webcam to join on Zoom?

While you are not required to have a webcam to join a Zoom Meeting or Webinar, you will not be able to transmit video of yourself. 

You will continue to be able to listen and speak during the meeting, share your screen, and view the webcam video of other participants. 

As the campus is equipped with Windows laptops & Microsoft Surface Pros, accessible file formats are limited to Office 365 apps, PDF and Google Slides.

• PowerPoint (.pptx)

• Word (.docx)

• Excel (.xlsx)

If you're using a MacBook/iMac (Mac OS), it is recommended that  you convert your files (Keynote, Pages, Numbers) to the file formats mentioned above.

• You may have to make changes to the formatting (layout/transition/animation) within the files after the conversion, so please do check on that

• You may also convert your files to PDF format if you do not require the use of transition/animation within your presentations.

To ensure a successful zoom classroom meeting, and engage in a productive learning environment, please keep the following “do’s and don’ts” in mind:

Do’s

• Find a clean, quiet space and dress appropriately.

• Let all household members know when and where you will be in class, and ask them not to disturb you.

• Make sure your full name shows up appropriately.

• Be aware of your background, lighting, and noise.

• Mute until you are required to talk. Use the Zoom functions to communicate if needed (chat, raise your hand, answer yes/no, etc.).

• Use an appropriate zoom background if you wish.

• Turn off/silence cell phone and close other windows on your computer.

• Be on time to class. Communicate with your instructor (via their preferred communication method listed on the syllabus) if you will be late or if you lose your connection during class.

• Pay attention! Maintain eye contact with the speaker on the screen.

• Be prepared to take notes (on your computer or in a designated notebook) or to access course material (have textbook, D2L course page, or readings available).

Don’ts

• Enter a zoom that you weren't invited to, share the zoom access information for your class with others, or enter under a different name.

• Take screenshots, cell phone pictures, or otherwise record the meeting, your classmates, or your instructor without express permission to do so.

• Change your name or change your zoom background during the meeting.

• Walk around during the class meeting.

• Use the chat for side conversations with classmates.

• Sit in front of a window or bright light, this will make your face too dark to see.

• Have conversations with household members off camera.

• Allow household members to walk around behind you during the meeting.

• Engage in texting, social media, work from other classes, or other distractions while in class.

Steps to claim host during a zoom meeting:

1. Locate and click on the participant icon; The participant window will be opened.

2. Select the button "Claim Host" at the bottom of the participant window; The claim host window will appear in the middle of your screen.

3. Enter the host key provided by the staff and click on "Claim Host".

4. You have successfully claimed host for the Zoom meeting.

Tips on achieving a smooth experience using Zoom

Here are some of the Best Practices

Ensure you are connected to the internet

• You may connect to the "ESSECASIA " wireless network (the password is you Essec password)

• Check if everyone is able to see the Shared Screen and Camera View

• Shared Screen instead of specific programs

• Turn on ‘Share Computer Sound’ for video sharing 

• Check the Mic Icon to see if the mic is working properly

• End Meeting for All to close the session

My video/camera isn't working.

Read tips on troubleshooting a camera that won't start or show video

There is echo in my meeting.

Echo can be caused by many things, such as a participant connected to the meeting audio on multiple devices or two participants joined in from the same local.

• Learn about common causes of audio echo

Audio isn't working on my mobile device.

Read tips on troubleshooting audio that isn't working on your iOS or Android device