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Download: WebSphere Application Server Community Edition 2.0

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When you download WebSphere Application Server Community Edition, or install it from the developerWorks Software Evaluation Kit DVD, you are entitled to limited online support during a 30-day trial period, at no charge.

The WebSphere Application Server Community Edition Trial Support Program provides free online support designed to help you with problems or questions about the application server. You submit your problem or questions using an easy-to-use online tool, we confirm receipt within one business day, and a product expert will respond within three business days. Our WebSphere Trial Program also provides in-depth, how-to technical resources and answers to the most frequently asked questions. Typical response time is within 24 hours. Our Trial Support Program also provides how-to technical resources and answers to the most frequently asked questions.

The WebSphere Application Server Community Edition Trial Support Program is limited to:

  • Online support in English only.
  • Downloads running on Windows® or Linux® platforms only.
  • Specific technical issues associated with WebSphere Application Server Community Edition installation, configuration, and assistance with running any WebSphere Application Server Community Edition samples (downloaded from the product site).
  • A 30-day period starting within 90 days after your registration for the WebSphere Application Server Community Edition download.
  • The latest released version of the product.

Note: This free online trial technical support does not include 24-hour telephone or Severity 1 problem support. and is available only for the duration of the trial. For technical support that, for whatever circumstance, extends beyond the trial support period, IBM reserves the right to withdraw support at anytime and without notice, or suspend all or part of the support.

WebSphere Application Server Community Edition offers the flexibility in services and innovative technology you want, with the reliability of world-class IBM support you need. For businesses who want continued in-depth expertise, Enhanced and Elite Level support include options such as 24x7 phone-based support, committed service levels, and application and architecture design support. For more information and to find out about special pricing offers, contact an IBM representative or visit the WebSphere Application Server Community Edition site.


How to submit a technical problem

We have a dedicated team that is committed to providing you with a complete answer as quickly as possible.

Not sure how to submit your problem? You can watch a demo that shows how to submit and update a problem report.

You will need your IBM user ID and password to submit your problem to IBM Technical Support. This is the ID and password you used to register for the trial. The user ID is case sensitive.

I have lost or forgotten my user ID or password.
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To submit a problem:

  1. Use your IBM ID and password to sign in to the problem submission page. (Use the link below these instructions.)
  2. Complete the problem report form. (Note that support is not available for questions related to national languages.)
  3. When the form is complete, click Submit problem. We will acknowledge your submission within one business day and provide an initial response with an identification number by e-mail. Keep a record of this identification number; you will need it to track your answer.
Sign in to submit a problem.

How to track your problem report during the trial period
  1. Use your IBM ID and password to sign in to the problem tracking page. (Use the link below these instructions.)
  2. You will see a list that summarizes your current problem reports and status.
  3. Click on the problem number to view the detailed report and status. You can update the reported problem.

If you have not received a response from the support team for existing problems you opened or you cannot find the status of your problem report, use the Feedback link in the left navigation bar to submit your inquiry.

Sign in to view or update problem submissions.

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