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All functions can be accessed by first clicking on the Utilities tab. Then, locating MCS Software in the ribbon.

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Upgrades
Upgrades
Check for Upgrades

If upgrades are available, there will be an upgrade notification in the bottom right-hand corner of the window.

  1. From the Utilities tab, select Check for Upgrades.
  2. If an upgrade is available, a Continue window will appear informing you an upgrade is available. Click Yes to continue with the upgrade.
  3. You must restart MSA Client in order for changes to take place. Click OK to continue. You need to close MSA Client completely in order for changes to take place.

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Send Data
Send Data
Send Data to Tech

At times, you may have trouble with your software. In order for Support to troubleshoot some issues, you can Send Data to Tech. This allows Support staff to pull the data from your District and replicate the issue for further action.
 

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Once the transfer is complete, inform your Support case worker or submit a case if you have not yet done so.

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Portal
Portal
Customer Portal

The Customer Portal button allows you to quickly access the Portal tools.  Portal tools include the ability to create a new sales request, browse documentation, create a new support case, browse the knowledge base, access certain software downloads, and update contact information.

  1. From the Utilities tab, select Customer Portal.
  2. You will be redirected to the Customer Portal login page. Click on the button named Click Here To Login on the page.
  3. Enter your Username and Password.Then, click Login. If you do not have a username and password, contact Support.
  4. Complete any necessary tasks.

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Remote
Remote
Remote Assistance

The Remote Assistance button allows you to quickly access the Support homepage. Then, your Support case worker will advise you how to proceed with remote connection if necessary.

  1. From the Utilities tab, select Remote Assistance
  2. Select your product line from School Nutrition Solutions.
  3. Follow the instructions given to you by your Support Agent.

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    You may be prompted to install Java in order for the connection to authorize and run properly. If you receive any type of notification or pop-up in regards to Java, please select Run, Yes, Install, or what ever other positive answer is provided.

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News
News
News and Announcements

The News and Announcement button allows you to view important announcements sent to you in regards to your software - training, critical 3rd party upgrades to prevent loss of function, End-of-Year/Beginning-of-Year releases. News and Announcements also appears at system startup, unless disabled.

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