If you are not using RevMan 5 to write a Cochrane review, please ensure you are running RevMan in Non-Cochrane mode for optimal performance. This allows RevMan 5 to run as a standalone product which does not attempt to connect to Cochrane servers.
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On a PC: visit Tools > Preferences > General > enable 'Non-Cochrane mode'
On a Mac: visit RevMan 5 menu > Preferences > General > enable 'Non-Cochrane mode'
When RevMan 5 opens, click on the blank page icon in the top left-hand corner. This will bring up the new review wizard and you can then write your review and save it to your computer. You should not see any interface with Cochrane login or the Cochrane server.
If you would like to contribute screenshots for RevMan: click here. Note: Screenshots shown in the Compatibility Center are often representative of compatibility on both Mac and Linux platforms. Working with RevMan 5 (Review Manager) Cochrane's RevMan 5 (Review Manager) software is freely available to download for Cochrane authors and for academic and non-commercial use. The RevMan user guide provides useful guidance for all users. Non-Cochrane users. Please ensure you are running RevMan in Non-Cochrane mode. This allows RevMan to run.
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