Microsoft 365 Spheres of Support

Prerequisites

  • Applies to: End-users
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Time Needed: Varies
  • Tools Needed: None

For more information about prerequisite terminology, see Cloud Office support terminology.

This article outlines the Fanatical Experience™ we offer and the Rackspace® Application Services / Elastic Engineering support for Microsoft 365®.

Support typeDefinition
Fanatical Support24/7 break/fix support for various parts of the Microsoft 365 platform. Our Microsoft-certified customer success professionals work with your administrative staff to troubleshoot problems and resolve issues.
TroubleshootRackspace assists customer administrative staff with the diagnosis of complex issues or problems with new configurations. Rackspace advises the customer administrative staff on the recommended diagnosis and remediation steps. Troubleshooting might include calls with customer staff, response to email questions, or problem assessment by using scripts or manual investigation when requested by the customer.
ConsultOur Microsoft-certified engineers and Technical Account management teams meet with customer administrative staff to provide advice, product knowledge, implementation and architecture guidance, and project plans to implement the Microsoft 365 platform features in the most effective way possible. Consulting might include documentation of suggestions as well as a roadmap for implementation.
EnableRackspace engineers work side-by-side with customer administrative staff to implement desired features or configurations for the customer. Rackspace provides documentation of the implementation steps as well as any architectural or operational decisions made by the customer. Our team helps implement pilot and test configurations and support production deployments in close collaboration with the customer's administrative staff.

Exchange Online

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
DKIMBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
DMARCBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Mail Flow RulesBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
ConnectorsBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Exchange Role-Based PermissionsBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Retention Tags and Retention PoliciesTroubleshooting default retention tag applications and basic customizationTailored retention policies, migration of legacy retention policies, and recommended configuration
Azure Information ProtectionTroubleshooting default Azure Information Protection template configurationTailored AIP template configuration, enablement, and management to suit business needs
Office 365 Message EncryptionSupport for Rackspace control panel optionsTailored Office 365 message encryption solutions for email security and compliance, including hybrid solutions
In-Place Hold and Litigation HoldAssistance enabling litigation hold per mailboxTailored solutions for litigation hold and configuration including ensuring data compliance and security alongside company policy
In-Place eDiscoveryAssistance with In-Place eDiscovery access and configurationeDiscovery enablement, configuration, and guidance for ongoing use-case scenario and compliance needs
Data Loss PreventionDefault DLP policies to meet security and compliance requirementsTailored DLP Policies, guidance, and solutions, including enablement and business integration
JournalingRackspace unlimited archiving solution per user to meet regulatory needs and complianceBring your own third-party journaling solution for compliance, business, or regulatory needs and get personalized assistance with application setup and integration
Anti-Spam and Anti-Malware ProtectionTroubleshoot built-in malware and spam filtering capabilitiesTailored anti-spam and anti-malware protection policies, configurations, and solutions per business-critical requirements for mail data protection
Quarantine - administrator managementTroubleshoot quarantine, reporting false positives, end-user spam notifications, and accessTailored quarantine solutions catered to business needs that require custom solutions with Exchange Online Protection. Also integration and enablement of third-party solutions
Custom Routing of Outbound MailTroubleshoot mail flow with connectors and routing mail flow inbound and outbound from Office 365Tailored solutions for mail flow to meet business-critical needs, including connectors, hybrid mail flow through Exchange Online, custom configurations, and enablement
ClutterTroubleshooting and assistance enabling and disablingTailored solutions and guidance
MailTipsTroubleshoot policy mail tip configurations based on transport rules and DLP PolicyTailored Mail flow transport rules, including Data Loss Prevention policy tips for meeting enterprise-level requirements
Inbox RulesTroubleshoot Outlook Web Access inbox rules' configurationTailored end-user Inbox mail flow solutions, including bulk enablement of rules required by the organization
Address Book PoliciesTroubleshoot your organization’s Global Address List (GAL)Tailored Address Book Policy solutions for user segmentation per required business needs and compliance. Customized solutions through PowerShell®, including ongoing solutions and maintenance
Address Lists and Global Address ListTroubleshoot management of address listsEnablement, configuration, and detailed use of Address Lists and Global Address Book policy management to meet business-critical day-to-day needs
Office 365 GroupsTroubleshoot Office 365 GroupsTailored Office 365 Groups solutions, enablement, and ease of business adoption to leverage all features included, such as Dynamic Group Membership, Group Naming Policy, and granular self-service group creation controls
Distribution GroupsTroubleshoot creation of distribution groups in the Office 365 Admin CenterTailored solutions catered for business-specific requirements for in-depth enablement, including consultation and guidance on day-to-day configuration
Resource MailboxesTroubleshoot resource mailboxes created in the Office 365 Admin CenterCustomized solutions for business needs and requirements for conference rooms and equipment. Consultation and guidance through enablement and management best practices
Out-of-Office RepliesTroubleshoot automatic replies in Outlook Web App and OutlookTailored solutions for company-wide enablement, configurations per business needs, including customized business out-of-office scenarios
Calendar SharingTroubleshoot calendar sharing in Outlook Web App and OutlookTailored solutions and guidance for day-to-day adoption of Office 365 calendar sharing. Consultative solutions tailored to business needs
Office 365 admin center reportsTroubleshoot access to all Office 365 reportsTailored Office 365 report use and access for delivering business-critical solutions in an enterprise environment
Message TraceTroubleshoot Exchange mail flow message tracing, analyzing, and access assuranceAssistance with Exchange mail flow message tracing, analyzing, and access assurance, including business-tailored requirements for day-to-day maintenance
Auditing ReportsTroubleshoot access to and assistance with Office 365 audit logsBusiness-critical tailored solutions for audit reports across Office 365 reporting services, including detailed PowerShell auditing enablement and full-feature licensing Azure auditing guidance
Federated Sharing (Including Calendar Publishing)Troubleshoot federated calendar sharingTailored solutions for setting up organization relationships for sharing calendar information with external business partners, including Exchange on-premises organizations and Office 365 organizations
Public FoldersTroubleshoot access to and assistance with Exchange Admin Center public foldersTailored solutions for Office 365 public folders, including legacy migrations, enablement, and ongoing access-management of PF hierarchies
Exchange ActiveSyncTroubleshoot Exchange ActiveSyncTailored enablements, solutions, and consultation on Exchange ActiveSync features and functionality, including device security features, managing mobile device access, and device policies
Mobile Device Management for Office 365Assistance in helping you secure and manage mobile devices including iPhones, iPads, Androids, and Windows Phones used by licensed Office 365 users in your organizationTailored solutions, enablement, and adoption of MDM policies for supported devices, including access control for Office 365 email and documents, policy settings for mobile devices, and remote wipe functionality
POP and IMAPBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
SMTPBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Deleted Item RecoveryBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Deleted Mailbox RecoveryBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance

Sharepoint Online

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Site CustomizationNo supportGuidance and advice on industry proven customizations, project management of partner-run, full-on customizations.
Site enablementNo supportGuidance and advice on industry-proven customizations, project management of partner-run, full-on enablements.
Data loss preventionBasic troubleshootingTailored DLP policies, guidance, and tailored solutions, including enablement and business integration.
Encryption in transitBasic troubleshootingGuidance on implementation of Azure Information Protection Services
Sharepoint admin center (Office 365)Basic troubleshootingTutorials, customized training, and available administrator workshops.
Auditing and ReportingBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions, enablement, best practices, and training.
External Sharing: External AccessBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices
External Sharing: Guest LinkBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices
Folder SyncBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices
IRM using Azure Information ProtectionBasic troubleshootingTailored AIP template configuration, enablement, and management to suit Enterprise business needs.
Office Online (create/edit)Basic troubleshootingTutorials, customized training, and available administrator and end-user workshops.
Recycle Bin (SharePoint admin center)Basic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.
Recycle Bin (site collection)Basic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.
Document librariesBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.
ListsBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.
PermissionsBasic troubleshootingGuidance and training based on best practices.

OneDrive

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
OneDrive desktop applicationBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices
Advanced Sync SettingsBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.
Sharing settings and managementBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.
ListsBasic troubleshootingSet up and best practices.
PermissionsBasic troubleshootingGuidance and training based on best practices.
OffboardingBasic troubleshootingSet up, and best practices.

Identity and Access Management

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Entra ID Premium P1 / P2Basic troubleshootingImplementation, guidance, assistance with Entra ID Premium P1 / P2 Features
Self-Service Group and app Management Plus Dynamic GroupsNo supportHelp creating and maintaining customized templates, rules, configurations, and settings around Office 365 Groups
Self Service Password ResetBasic troubleshootingHelp enabling and enabling Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR) in conjunction with on-premises Active Directory (AD) and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS)
Multifactor AuthenticationBasic troubleshootingIntegration with MFA clients included in Office 365 as well as third-party solutions that reside on-premises and in the cloud through Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS)
Defender for Cloud AppsNo supportImplementation, guidance, and assistance with Microsoft Defender for Cloud Apps features
Entra ID ConnectNo supportGuidance and support through setup, maintenance, and enablement of Azure Active Directory Connect (AADC) and Health Monitoring for active alerts
Privileged Identity ManagementNo supportJust-in-time access, direct (time-based) access, assign roles, access review
Advanced Threat AnalyticsBasic troubleshootingPlan, design, and enable
Entra ID Identity ProtectionBasic troubleshootingPlan, design, and enable
Federated IdentityNo supportPlan, design, and enable
Enterprise Applications - Federating SAML apps to Entra IDNo supportGuidance and training based on best practices.
Conditional AccessBasic troubleshootingPlan, design, and enable

Information Protection

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Microsoft Information ProtectionBasic troubleshootingPlan, design, and enable
Document classification policiesBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Bring your own keyNo supportHelp configuring custom on-premises security encryption keys with customers Office 365 enablement.
Document Tracking and RevocationBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Advanced e-DiscoveryNo supportTailored solutions and guidance

Device Management and Security

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Microsoft Endpoint ManagerSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentRackspace provides guidance, project management, best practices, enablement assistance, and admin and end-user training as needed
Custom App Packaging - Line of business apps, MSI supported. Win32 consultedNo supportRackspace provides guidance around packaging and deployment of supported apps.
Custom Script DeploymentNo supportRackspace provides guidance around the deployment of custom scripts and limited troubleshooting when a script fails to run on an Intune-enrolled device.
Integration with Apple Business ManagerNo supportRackspace provides guidance around packaging and deployment of Apple Business Manager.
Enablement of default Configuration policiesNo supportRackspace provides guidance around default baseline settings for Intune enrolled devices.
Microsoft Defender FirewallNo supportRackspace provides guidance around Microsoft Defender Firewall settings.
Microsoft TunnelNo supportRackspace provides guidance around set up of Microsoft Tunnel.
Graph for IntuneNo supportRackspace provides guidance around reporting using Microsoft Graph for Intune.
Policy SetsNo supportRackspace provides guidance around reporting using Microsoft Graph for Intune.
Microsoft Endpoint Configuration ManagerNo supportHelp creating and enabling System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) solutions on workstations
Defender for EndpointNo supportEnablement assistance and usage
Device GuardNo supportEnablement assistance and usage
Windows Hello and Credential GuardNo supportEnablement assistance and usage

Advanced Threat Protection

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Safe LinksBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Safe AttachmentsBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Spoof intelligenceBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
QuarantineBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Advanced anti-phishing capabilitiesBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance
Attack simulatorBasic troubleshootingTailored solutions and guidance

Microsoft Teams

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic Engineering / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Display presence statusBasic troubleshootingTutorials and guidance
Audio and Audio ConferencingBasic troubleshootingEnablement assistance and usage
VideoBasic troubleshootingEnablement assistance and usage
Desktop SharingBasic troubleshootingEnablement assistance and usage
Instant MessagingBasic troubleshootingEnablement assistance and usage
Federated CommunicationBasic troubleshootingEnablement assistance and usage
Security and ArchivingBasic troubleshootingEnablement assistance and usage
Teams Desktop ClientBasic troubleshootingTutorials, customized training, available administrator, and end-user workshops. Project management of enablement and testing in a localized customer environment
Phone System / Voice (No devices)No supportTailored solutions and guidance
Live EventsNo supportTailored solutions and guidance
Teams PoliciesNo supportTailored solutions and guidance
Data loss preventionNo supportTailored solutions and guidance

Microsoft Office Applications

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Out of the Box Setup and UseInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft WordInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft ExcelInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft PowerPointInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft OneNoteInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft OutlookInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft PublisherInstallation and activationInstallation and activation
Microsoft AccessInstallation and activationInstallation and activation
Skype for Business / TeamsInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Microsoft InfoPathInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Office for Mac for Office 365Installation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Office Mobile for iOSInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Office Mobile for AndroidInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Office Mobile for WindowsInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Office Mobile for Windows 10 tabletsInstallation and activationGuidance, enablement assistance, troubleshooting, customized training, and workshops for administrators and end-users
Automated Account ProvisioningNo supportGroup policy support and SCCM enablement of Office Suite
Client Push enablementNo supportCovered above in the SCCM section
Client Support for on-premises Exchange w/HybridNo supportAssistance, guidance, and support around hybrid deployments and configurations
Client Support for on-premise SharePoint w/HybridNo supportAssistance, guidance, and support around hybrid deployments and configurations
Control of Software UpdatesNo supportAssistance using SCCM, Office Deployment Tool, and other baked-in solutions
Desktop VirtualizationInstallation and activationAssistance enabling ProPlus suite to Virtual solutions
Group Policy SupportNo supportAssistance creating and editing group policy around known best practices

Power BI

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Power BISupport limited to license purchase, assignment, and default installationSupport limited to basic connectivity, installation, authentication, and authorization

Microsoft Project

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Project OnlineSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentSupport limited to basic connectivity, installation, authentication, and authorization

Power Platform

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Power AppsSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentGuidance and training based on best practices. Limited support on App management
Power AutomateSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentGuidance and training based on best practices

Artificial Intelligence

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Copilot for Microsoft 365Support limited to license purchase and assignmentRackspace provides guidance, project management, best practices, enablement assistance, and admin and end-user training as needed

Microsoft 365 Addons

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
Visio Online Plan 1Support for default installationSupport limited to basic connectivity, installation, authentication/authorization
StreamSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentGuidance and training based on best practices
YammerSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentGuidance and training based on best practices
DynamicsSupport with license assignment, authenticationSupport with license assignment, authentication
ShiftsSupport limited to license purchase and assignmentGuidance and training based on best practices
PlannerNo supportSupport limited to basic connectivity, installation, authentication, and authorization
WhiteboardNo supportSupport limited to basic connectivity, installation, authentication, and authorization
FormsNo supportSupport limited to basic connectivity, installation, authentication, and authorization

Software Subscriptions

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
SQL Server EnterpriseSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SQL Server StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server RDS CAL (User)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server RMS CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows 7 Extended Security UpdatesSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support

Perpetual Software Licenses

FeatureFanatical SupportRackspace Application Services / Elastic EngineeringTroubleshootConsultEnable
AccessSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
BizTalk ServerSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Exchange Server Enterprise / StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Exchange Server CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Microsoft Office StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Microsoft OutlookSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Microsoft PowerPointSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Microsoft WordSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Microsoft ExcelSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Project Professional / StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Project ServerSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Project Server CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
PublisherSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SharePoint Enterprise / Standard CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SharePoint ServerSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Skype for Business / ServerSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Skype for Business Server Enterprise / Plus / Standard CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SQL Server CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SQL Server Enterprise / Standard Core Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SQL Server Standard EditionSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
SQL Server Big Data Node CoresSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Visio Professional / StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows 10 EnterpriseSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows 10 Home to Pro Upgrade for M365 BusinessSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server Datacenter / Essentials / StandardSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server External ConnectorSupport limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows Server RDS CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support
Windows RMS CAL (User / Device)Support limited to license purchase and obtaining product keyNo support