How to Get Help
ITS offers three channels of support for Students, Faculty, and Staff at Cal Poly:
General Help,
ITS Services, or
Project Request
Let’s take a closer look to determine which type of help you should request…
GENERAL HELP
When Should I Submit a General Help Ticket?
A General Help Ticket should be used when your technology isn’t working as expected.
What Type of Devices/Instances Qualify for General Help?
If your technology isn’t working as expected, let ITS provide assistance. Devices that qualify for support are either:
State-owned Computers or peripherals
Partner-owned Computers or peripherals
Devices purchased from the Recommended Computer Models List
Devices purchased from the Recommended Computer Peripherals List
A Conference or Meeting Room previously set up or approved by ITS
Unsure if your technology qualifies?
Open a General Help ticket and we will advise on the best next steps, even if it’s not with us!
ITS SERVICES
When Should I Submit an ITS Service Request?
If you need supplemental help to keep your work moving and get the most out of your tech.
What Types of Services Does ITS Provide?
You can browse a complete glossary of available services by visiting our ITS Services page.
Many of these services are offered at no or low cost to campus.
PROJECT REQUEST
When Should I Submit a Project Request?
Submit a Project Request when you need technology support for new, complex, or non-standard work.
When a project request is submitted, you will receive an email where you’ll be able to view and access the request. An ITS representative will then work with you to attain further details.
What Can I Expect When I Request a New Project?
An ITS project request typically involves a technology update, change or new service that requires complex planning and goes beyond the standard service and general help tickets.
Our ITS team ensures successful project execution by coordinating resources, timelines, and communication to meet your needs.
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