FAQ: Support for DTS Software Customers
Where do I go for support?
For all your support needs, visit support.precisely.com.
Where do I find contact information and phone numbers for Precisely Support?
Current contact information for your region can be found on the Precisely Support home page.
What’s the difference between the Precisely Knowledge Communities and the Customer/Partner Communities?
The Precisely Knowledge Communities provide online forums and product announcements for all Precisely products.
The Customer and Partner Communities are where you go to submit and manage support tickets, and access various other support-related offerings.
Is the Support email address changing?
Yes, we’re moving online. To contact Precisely Support, please use our Contact page. You can also use our Login / Sign Up page to access the Precisely.com web apps, Online Case Management, Partner Community (partners only), Precisely Ideas, and Knowledge Communities.
Please discontinue use of this Support email address:
Where do I go for online case management (Customer Community)?
You can access online case management (Customer Community) via support.precisely.com. Your access to the Customer Community will be activated in September, and you’ll receive a welcome email once your Precisely user account is ready.
How do I see my support cases or create a new case?
View and update your cases from the Customer Community, under My Support Cases.
Before creating your next case, please review the Case Creation Guidelines for an overview of resources, and a guide on the information required to create a case.
To create a new case from the Customer Community, navigate to Create a Case.
Can I see my old support cases from DTS Software Support?
No, old support cases will not be accessible. However, all new cases created after the September migration will be visible online.
Can I add other contacts to my case so they can get updates on that specific case?
Yes. Please review the knowledge article: Add users to Cases via Case Teams.
Will my case have a number?
Yes. All cases will be given a case number in the format of PRE-XXXXXXXX.
How do I sign up for online case management (Customer Community)?
If you have a valid maintenance agreement, please follow this Knowledge Base article on how to register for online access.
Additionally, please explore our guide, How to Access and Use the Precisely Customer Community, to familiarize yourself with the functionality and features of the Customer Community.
Where can I find Knowledge Base articles?
The latest Knowledge Base articles can be found using any search engine or at support.precisely.com.
Will my existing DTS Software sign in credentials work on the online case management (Customer Community)?
No. You’ll receive a welcome email when your new Customer Community credentials have been created. These will become your Precisely user account.
You’ll continue to use the same email address to log in but will need to change your password. Here’s what you need to know:
- You’ll receive an email to complete your registration
- Once your password is reset, use your Precisely user account to sign in to the new Case Management experience, along with Precisely Ideas and Knowledge Communities.
If you previously chose a user ID for the DTS support site, you will now use your email address to log in.
What is my Precisely user account?
Your Precisely user account is the email address you use to access the Precisely.com web apps, Online Case Management, Partner Community (partners only), Precisely Ideas, and Knowledge Communities.
Where do I submit product enhancement requests?
We love to hear your thoughts and feedback. To submit your innovative ideas around existing and future product offerings, visit the Precisely Ideas Community (ideas.precisely.com).
We’re happy to provide this open, collaborative space for you to share ideas freely.
You can submit new ideas or comment on existing ideas, with transparency to all participants. You also have the unique opportunity to contribute to an idea’s overall popularity by promoting the idea. Our Product Management team reviews popular ideas and evaluates their potential for inclusion in our development plans.
The Precisely Ideas Community can also be found at support.precisely.com. More information can be found in this Knowledge Base article.
Where can I find product documentation and release notes?
Product documentation and release notes can be found within the Support Website under the Product Help tile.
You can also go to the Find Support by Product tile, within the Customer or Partner Community.
How will I know when there’s a new release available for download?
Information on new product releases will be made available within the Knowledge Communities (online forums) via support.precisely.com. Here’s what you should know to get started:
- Log in using your Precisely user account
- Subscribe to announcements for each product you’re interested in.
- Each time a new release becomes available, you’ll receive a notification.
Please review this Knowledge Base article for information about subscribing to product announcements.
Do you have a guide for the online case management system?
Yes, it can be found in this Knowledge Base article.
How should I raise Critical Severity 1 issues with Precisely Support?
Severity 1 issues should always be reported by phone to ensure you can speak with a Support Representative who can assist you.
Current contact information for your region can be found at support.precisely.com.
How do I know if my situation is a Critical Severity 1 issue?
Please reference the Software Maintenance Handbook to determine if your situation is classified as Critical Severity 1.
Where do I find the Precisely Forums?
The Knowledge Communities (online forums) can be found at support.precisely.com, where you can log in using your Precisely user account.