# Signing in for a test in the lab

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> Last updated: 2026-10-06

During supervised tests and exams, the lab can control who signs in where.

## Seat Already Assigned

If the computer is a seat kept for another student, you see **Seat Already Assigned**, with the seat and who it is for. Go to your own seat.

If it is a mistake (for example, your computer is broken), click **Request Temporary Access**, type a reason, and click **Send Request**. Wait for **Access approved!**, then sign in.

Staff approve requests under **Computer Lab → Login Requests**. See [Login Requests](https://helpcenter.academium.com.ng/academium-surepass/article/sp-login-requests.md).

## Temporary passwords

For some exams, your teacher gives you a **one-time password**, often printed on a docket. When the sign-in page says **Temporary Password Required**, use that password instead of your usual one. Temporary passwords start working **20 minutes** before the exam.

## Borrowed computers

If you were given temporary access to another seat, Surepass shows **Temporary access expired** when it ends, and signs you out after a countdown.

## Location Mode (staff)

While staff are matching computers to seats with **Auto Arrange**, lab computers show **Location Mode** with **Skip** and **Locate** buttons instead of the sign-in form. See [Laying out a lab room](https://helpcenter.academium.com.ng/academium-surepass/article/sp-laying-out-a-lab-room.md).

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