Service Portal (helpdesk) FAQs

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Frequently Asked Questions to help guide you with submitting your tickets and service requests.

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How can I submit requests in the Service Portal?

Use the “Urgent Support Needed” button for any time-sensitive issues that require immediate assistance. This includes things like broken equipment, login problems, online class issues, printing errors, or access to software that has stopped working.
 

Use the “Request a Service” button when you need to request something new. This includes first-time access to software (such as CID or VPN), access to systems like CRM/TargetX, updating your access, or requesting reports.


Additionally, the help desk team remains available by phone to assist you with resolving an issue or creating a ticket on your behalf. Call us at 954-201-7521. 


How can I find the most frequently used services on the Service Portal?

Quick Links & More will provide quick access to frequently used services and requests. With just a click, you'll be able to reach the services most often used, saving you valuable time and effort.


 

How can I find self-help articles or guides in the Service Portal?

You can explore self-help articles and/or guides by using the Explore Knowledge Base button to access immediate self-help articles.

If you need additional assistance, you can use the “Urgent Support Needed” button to submit your own ticket or contact an agent for assistance at 954-201-7521.


How can I review tickets that I have submitted?

You will still be able to view your previously submitted tickets by following these steps:

  1. Click the Check Ticket Status button in Quick Links Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)
  2. Use the  Status Class drop-down menu to select the status(es) of the ticket(s) you want to view
  3. Click the Search button located in the window to view all tickets matching the status(es) you have selected

 

Do I need to connect to GlobalProtect (VPN) to access the Service Portal or to submit a request?

No, you can log into the Service Portal from any desktop or mobile device with an Internet connection by typing the URL into your browser: helpdesk.broward.edu. However you will need to log in before you can submit certain requests.


Can I get assistance if I need help creating a ticket?

Yes, we are happy to help you and we're available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, 365 days per year. Call 954-201-7521 to speak with an agent. 
 

Get Technical Assistance

Call 954-201-7521 | Submit a Service Request Online via our Service Catalog | Find answers in the Knowledge Base | Get On-Campus Support

 

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Article ID: 156616
Created
Thu 6/29/23 8:55 PM
Modified
Fri 4/3/26 9:32 AM