Security: Video

This attached document describes how Bosch Building Technologies handles the life-cycle of the BVMS, BIS, AMS, and APE, and in which state a specific release can reside.

Are you searching for a specific Firmware/Software version and unsure of what to expect when contacting Central Technical Support? The below information might clarify things for you when you get in contact with Central Technical Support team: The Central Technical Support team will need to: Identify your company and product to open a ticket for your request. Verify if the requested FW/SW version is publicly available or not. If publicly available, they will provide you with the download link for the SW/FW version (e.g.  Download Store or Product Catalogue) If NOT publicly available then, the Central Technical Support team will internally check and depending on the SW/FW version an approval must be requested. The request can be approved or rejected by internal Bosch department. In both cases, you will be informed. Depending on the requested older/special FW/SW versions that are not available on our Download Store website, the following steps could be taken: Central Technical Support will provide you with the "Legacy SW/FW Request Form". You will be required to sign and fill in the "Legacy SW/FW Request Form" with all necessary details and return it to Central Technical Support. The Central Technical Support team will verify whether the form is filled in and signed with all the required details. All information provided on the form must be approved by internal Bosch department before the requested FW/SW version is provided. If the form is filled in as required and approved, then the Central Technical Support team will provide you the link from where the requested SW/FW version can be downloaded. Note: The download link has a limited availability, and this will be communicated to you in advance by the Central Technical Support team. To ensure that your Bosch IP video system is always operating at its best, explore the the Bosch IP Video Firmware Info Brief to find out the latest firmware updates. Please be aware that the Info brief hyperlink is subject to change. To access the latest version, please visit the Download Store, navigate to the Firmware tab, and select Cameras & Encoders. Remember that providing accurate and detailed information can significantly speed up the troubleshooting process and help Bosch Security Systems Central Technical Support team provide you with the best possible assistance.   More information about the Central Technical Support team and other Bosch Video policies, can be found here: Bosch VIDEO Security Systems request and Central Technical Support Team.

This policy explains step-by-step what you should know about the Divar IP process when contacting Central Technical Support team and what to expect from them.

Did you forget the password of your Bosch VIDEO Systems Security device? To find out the way of handling password reset requests by the Central Technical Support team, follow the below steps:   Contact Central Technical Support team via email (centralsupport.bt@bosch.com) or phone and provide your contact details Central Technical Support team must identify your company account in the database. If no company account was found in the database, then you will be asked if the product was bought directly from Bosch or through a distributor. In the meantime, a ticket will be opened for your request. If the product was bought through a distributor, you will have to contact your distributor. If the product was bought directly from Bosch, your contact details and the account will be verified internally by the sales team for authentication. the Central Technical Support team will not continue the process until receives the confirmation about your account authentication. It can take a while. if the authentication fails, then you have to contact your distributor. if the authentication is successful, the password reset process continues with the following steps: 4       The Central Technical Support team will request the following details: software/hardware product(s) the number of products, the installed firmware or software version serial number MAC address IP address 5       The Central Technical Support team will send you via email the prefilled Authorization Letter template  6      You have to fill in with all the information requested in the Authorization Letter, sign and stamp it and send it back to Central Technical Support.  7       If the data in the Authorization Letter is correct, then the execution of the Password reset can be made.  8      Depending on your product the password reset procedures will vary/differ. Please check the below links. Analog / Hybrid / Network DIVAR IP Cameras, HW & SW Decoders, Encoders IP Recorders Management Systems     9   Once the password reset is done, the ticket will be closed.  Nice to know: The response time for any password reset topic is 24h. If you request password reset for more than 4 cameras, this service could be chargeable. For e.g., if the request is for >=4 cameras/ DVRs, then you will receive the quote and the invoice. The same will happen for other combinations of SW and products, when password reset is requested for them.                 If this is a chargeable service, local sales will be involved and they will prepare and send a quote based on the local sales process ⚠️ Note If under certain circumstances it is found that a password reset request has been divided into different requests with a smaller quantity of products/SW, for the same site and in less than a month, then the password reset process will be declined and will not continue or will be invoiced.   More information about the Central Technical Support team and other Bosch Video policies, can be found here: Bosch VIDEO Security Systems request and Central Technical Support Team.

If you have a Bosch Security Systems product which needs repair or replacement, this is what you need to know about how the Central Technical Support team handles the RMA process.

If you need to contact Bosch Security Systems by phone, this article provides a full list of phone numbers for all regions and countries that receive support.

This article informs you about the way of working of the Central Technical Support when you contact them regarding your faulty  Bosch Security Systems device. 

Do you have a HP server or workstation with hardware issue and requesting assistance from Central Technical Support team? This is what you need to know: Please keep in mind that you have the possibility to address your request directly to the HP team to receive a quick response. HP Workstations HP Servers 2       If you would prefer to receive support through Central Technical Support team, then you have to provide the following mandatory information: Contact Information - make sure your contact information is accurate and up to date. This includes your name, phone number, and email address. Delivery address/on site repair address: Contact name (person) delivery:  Contact number (tel.) delivery: Contact e-mail delivery: Delivery location company name (co location): Street name: House number: Zip code: City: Country: Notes or other specifications: Description of the Issue - please describe the issue you are facing in as much detail as possible. Include any error messages, unusual behavior, or specific circumstances surrounding the problem. Product Information  - include the product name, model number The serial number  The registration form   Nice to know:   You can find additional information about the required details for submitting a case on the HP Support Case Manager in the following article: HP Workstations and HP Enterprise Server - Ticket Requirements.   3       The Central Technical Support team will check the product warranty and inform you if the unit is out of warranty or covered by warranty. 4       A case will be opened with HP by Central Technical Support team if the unit is covered by warranty and they will keep you informed about the status of the case and any additional requirements beyond their IT partner's involvement.   Please note that for any other issues or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out the Central Technical Support team at any time.

Having trouble with your DSA unit and not sure which are the next steps? Then contact the Central Technical Support team and provide the following mandatory information: Contact Information - make sure your contact information is accurate and up to date. This includes your name, phone number, and email address. Description of the Issue - please describe the issue you are facing in as much detail as possible. Include any error messages, unusual behavior, or specific circumstances surrounding the problem. Product Information  - include the product name, model number The Serial Number Support Bundle File (to download it, please check one of these articles based on your product:  DSA E2700, DSA E2800 from SANtricity Storage Manager App and DSA E2800 via web interface) Registration Form Provide the segment code from the back of the unit if the unit is not responding (lockdown)           Please note that prior to any action, the Central Technical Support team will check whether the DSA unit is still in warranty or not.         1. If your unit is Out of Warranty: The unit will not be serviced by the Central Technical Support nor their IT partner You have the possibility to extend the warranty (with extra 2 years) If you agree to pursue this path, then Central Technical Support will redirect you to the responsible department, from where you will receive a price offer. Also, if the unit is not covered by warranty, Central Technical Support will provide support based on a good will and only as best effort.  Nice to know: It is best that warranty extensions are purchased before the unit's warranty expires as In-Warranty service extensions are cheaper than out of warranty service extensions. Spare parts are not available for both DSA E2700 series and E2800 series when the units are out of warranty, therefore the only option left is to purchase a service extension.           2. If your unit is under Warranty: the Central Technical Support team will open a support ticket with their IT partner   Please note that for any other issues or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out the Central Technical Support team at any time.  

This policy presents what you should know about the In Warranty and Out of Warranty statuses of an Divar IP unit. Note that, to find out if your unit is under warranty or not,  the serial number of the unit is mandatory.