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Published: 11/17/2011
Updated: 12/7/2011
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This article describes common configuration settings and tasks that can help you keep your organization optimized so that you can focus on what is more important. It is designed to improve your overall experience with Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online, even before your business begins to use it.
This article is intended for administrators and business users of Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online.
Common configuration settings for Internet Explorer
Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online is a web-based application and uses Internet Explorer as the user interface to view, add, or edit information that you have stored in the Microsoft Dynamics CRM database. Make the following common Internet Explorer configuration settings to optimize your Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online experience.
Increase concurrent download sessions
By default, Internet Explorer 7 and earlier versions limit the number of files that you can download at a time to two. Internet Explorer 8 limits the number of files that you can download at a time to six.
The Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online application synchronously requests data to and from the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online data center. Typically, you can easily exhaust the number of concurrent downloads when you are using Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online. To increase this limit, review KB article 282402: How do I configure Internet Explorer to download more than two files at one time.
To have us fix this problem, in the KB article, click Fix it in the Fix it for me section, or to fix it yourself, follow the instructions in the Let me fix it myself section.
Increase disk space for temporary Internet files
To make sure that Internet files for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online are not being deleted, increase the disk space for temporary Internet files.
- Open Internet Explorer, and on the Tools menu, click Internet Options.
- On the General tab, in the Browsing history section, click Settings.
- Set the Disk space to use field to 350. The default value is 50.
- Click OK, and then click OK again.
Retain browsing history
To optimize your Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online experience, we recommend that you do not select the option to delete the browsing history when you exit from your browser. If you select this option, it deletes everything marked within your Browsing history settings, such as temporary Internet files, cookies, and history (by default, the check boxes for these options are selected). Deleting your temporary Internet files causes Internet Explorer to cache the files again, and deleting cookies signs you out of Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online.
- Open Internet Explorer, and on the Tools menu, click Internet Options.
- Click the General tab, and in the Browsing history section, make sure that the Delete browsing history on exit check box is cleared.
Allow pop-up windows for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online URLs
Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online uses pop-up windows when a new record is opened or created. Your browser may be blocking these windows because of the pop-up blocker settings. You must configure the pop-up blocker settings to allow pop-up windows for the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online web sites.
- Open Internet Explorer.
- On the Tools menu, point to Pop-up Blocker, and then click Pop-up Blocker Settings.
If you are using Internet Explorer 9, click the Tools button, point to Pop-up Blocker, and then click Pop-up Blocker Settings.
- In the Address of website to allow box, type each of the following options, and then click Add:
- Click Close.
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Configuration settings for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook
You can configure the following settings to optimize the performance of Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook.
Recent updates for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook
Microsoft periodically releases updates to correct unplanned issues. Typically, these updates are to help improve performance or to ensure greater stability. You must also have the latest updates for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook. Follow these steps on the computers that have Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook installed.
- Close Microsoft Outlook.
- On the Start menu, click All Programs, and then click Windows Update.
- Click Change settings.
- In the Microsoft Update section, make sure that the Give me updates for Microsoft products and check for new optional Microsoft software when I update Windows check box is selected.
- Click OK.
- Click Check for updates.
If you see a link Check online for updates from Microsoft Update, click it to check for updates from the Microsoft servers. If your updates are administered by your system administrators, you may not have this option and may have to request that they make the Microsoft Dynamics CRM updates available.
- Click Install updates.
To review what updates are available, click the <#> important updates are available link.
Automatic synchronization for Outlook Online and Offline modes
Enabling automatic synchronization allows Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook to systematically synchronize the data from the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online data center. This makes sure that your local data is regularly updated. Therefore, when you go offline, the data required to synchronize locally is a manageable size.
- Open Microsoft Outlook that has Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook installed.
- If you are using Outlook 2010, on the File tab, click CRM, and then click Options.
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If you are using Outlook 2007 or Outlook 2003, on the CRM menu, click Options.
- On the Synchronization tab, in the Schedule automatic synchronization with Outlook section, make sure that the Synchronize the CRM items in my Outlook folders every __ minutes check box is selected.
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For offline synchronization, on the Local Data tab, in the Select how often to update local data section, make sure that the Update local data every __ minutes check box is selected.
Synchronize only essential data for Outlook Online and Offline modes
By limiting the data that you synchronize with Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook, you can reduce the network bandwidth consumed by Microsoft Dynamics CRM users, and therefore improve your overall application performance. To control which records synchronize with Outlook, edit the Outlook Filters.
- Open Microsoft Outlook that has Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook installed.
- If you are using Outlook 2010, on the File tab, click CRM. Click Synchronize, and then click Outlook Filters.
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If you have Outlook 2007 or Outlook 2003 installed, on the CRM menu, click Outlook Filters or Offline Filters.
Note
You can change the view between Outlook Filters and Offline Filters in the Filter: Outlook dialog box.
- Select the filters that you want to disable, and on the toolbar, click the Deactivate button
. - OR -
To edit a filter, click the filter name and add to or edit the filter criteria.
Track Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online calendar appointments in Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook
To make sure that your calendar appointments do not disappear from Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online after you begin to track these in Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook, make sure that your user email address on the respective user record matches your email address being used for Outlook.
Note
The email address may differ from your Windows Live ID. It depends on the email addresses you are using in Outlook and on your Microsoft Dynamics CRM user record.
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Network connections settings
Network connections are established based on the order that the device is listed in the Adapters and Bindings tab of the Network Connections window. For example, if you have enabled a Local Area Network (LAN) and a wireless connection, the order of how a device is connected to the Internet is based on its order in the Adapter and Bindings list. If the LAN connection is higher in the list, most network connections will be established by using the LAN adapter instead of the wireless adapter. To make sure that your network connections are optimized, organize the connections according to your network administrator's recommendation.
To change the network connection order in Windows XP
- Click Start, click Run, type ncpa.cpl, and then click OK.
You can see the available connections in the LAN and High-Speed Internet section of the Network Connections window.
- On the Advanced menu, click Advanced Settings, and then click the Adapters and Bindings tab.
- In the Connections area, select the connection that you want to move higher in the list. Use the arrow buttons to move the connection.
- Click OK.
To change the network connection order in Windows 7
- Press the Alt key, click Advanced, and then click Advanced Settings.
You may be prompted for an administrator password or confirmation.
- Click the Adapters and Bindings tab, and then, under Connections, click the connection that you want to move in the list, click the up or down arrow button, and then click OK.
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Antivirus or malware application settings
Depending on your antivirus or malware application settings, virus scanning can block certain files, making them inaccessible to other applications and causing an adverse effect on Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online performance.
Each environment requires a thoughtful decision on what to include and exclude, and there is always a possibility that excluding files from scans could lead to unwanted consequences. Use the following list alongside your well-planned internal IT management policies:
- Check for any interference from desktop security software. Some antivirus programs include a feature known as ScriptScan that can affect the performance of Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online. Most programs have functionality to disable scanning on certain websites. Make sure that the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online URL is added to this list. For McAfee specifically, see the following KB articles for this setting:
- If you use other antivirus software, make sure that the URL of the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online website is included in the trusted zone for the virus scanning, and disable on-access scanning for the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online website. For more information, see the specific antivirus application documentation.
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Important email messages from Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online
Microsoft occasionally sends out email messages to Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online users or administrators. These messages provide information about how to use Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online and also contain important billing or upgrade details.
Make sure that the following email addresses are added to the allowed list for your email application:
- crmoln@microsoft.com. This email alias sends general Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online alerts or information.
- billing@microsoft.com. This email alias sends information about Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online billing.
- crmonline@e-mail.microsoft.com. This email alias sends informational email messages when you sign up for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online.
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Available resources for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online users
We want you and your organization to take full advantage of the extensive content and materials available that can help your business be more successful while you are using Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online. For a list of available resources, including training materials and information about how to support your online organization, see the Additional Resources section of the Resource Center article Frequently Asked Questions.
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Technical support for Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online
If you cannot find the answers you need in the resources discussed earlier, you can submit a technical support request to the Microsoft Dynamics CRM Technical Support team. Technical support incidents provide reactive support that focuses on a specific problem, error message, or functionality that is not working as intended.
- Sign in to your Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online organization.
- In the Navigation Pane, click Resource Center.
- In the Support section, click Technical Support Request.
Maximize your Technical Support experience
When you request help for technical issues or questions, it is important that you have as much information available as possible. Here are common questions that you may be asked when you request technical support:
- What part of the application are you having issues with?
For example, installation issues with Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook.
- What is the exact error or problem that you are experiencing?
Provide detailed information, including the exact error message that you are seeing. Include a screen capture if you can.
- What were you doing in Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online when the error occurred?
Provide the exact steps that you are performing to reproduce the error. This lets the Support team better analyze why you may be experiencing it.
- What are the details of the environment you are experiencing the issue on?
Provide the version of the operating system, browser, and if applicable, the version of Microsoft Office on the computers where the issue is occurring.
- Does the issue affect all users or a certain type of Microsoft Dynamics CRM security role or only certain users?
When possible, provide log files (if you know how to find them). This applies to applications such as Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook or Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online E-mail Router. The following table lists the location of the log or trace files for these applications.
Logs or Traces
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Log File Location
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Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook logs
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%Userprofile%\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\MSCRM\Logs
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Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online for Outlook Trace files
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%Userprofile%\Local Settings\Application Data\Microsoft\MSCRM\Traces
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Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online E-mail Router logs
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%Userprofile%\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\MSCRM\Logs
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