Deploying FastInfo

Although ITS deals with the technical aspects of deployment, there is much more that you need to do than simply create content. For deployment guidance, see these information sheets:

Proactive Chat

This example uses JQuery to create a pop-up window after a configurable time delay on any page. The pop-up includes a form to initiate a chat session in RightNow. Please note the example is fully-functional, so do not accept the chat request unless you want to chat with someone at the IT Support Center! To see the pop-up in operation click here. The pop-up window appears after a five second delay.

Download a zip file containing the example code (folder chat) and a skeleton template version (chat_template).

Creating Knowledge Articles

Answers added to the knowledge base are termed "knowledge articles". These can be created just using plain text, but you can also create rich content using HTML. This guide details the various forms of content and how to use them for your department:

Creating Content in FastInfo

File Upload

You can store images, Microsoft Office documents and other types of files for inclusion in answers. When you store a file, you will be given a link to the file on the main FastInfo server. You can then add that link into your answer text. Examples are included in the Creating Content in FastInfo guide. You must request access to this option; and you must have an agent license with answer console access. Submit a request for upload permission through the Change Request web form.

System Requirements

There are no special requirements for end-users to access answers or submit a question. They must have a computer that can access the Internet.

The minimum system requirements for agent PCs are as follows:

  • Windows 2000 or Windows XP
  • Minimum 512MB memory (1GB preferred)
  • Processor speed at least 1.5GHz (Intel Pentium or equivalent)
  • 500MB disk space
  • Internet Explorer (version 6 preferred - version 7 not supported)
  • Administrative privileges (for initial software install)