How to Create a New User in the Power Portal
Follow these steps to add a new user to your Power Portal using the admin web portal.
Step 1: Log in to the Admin Web Portal
- Open a web browser on your computer.
- Navigate to power.usipcom.com.
- Enter your admin login credentials (e.g., ext@customerdomain.com) and password.
- Click Log In.
- From the top-right corner of the portal, select Manage Organization to access the admin dashboard.
Step 2: Open the Users Page
- In the admin dashboard, click the Users icon on the menu bar.
- This will open the Users page, where you can manage existing users and add new ones.
Step 3: Add a New User
- Click the Add User button.
- A pop-up window labeled Add a User will appear.
- Fill out the following fields:
- First Name: Enter the first name of the user.
- Last Name: Enter the last name of the user (used for the dial-by-name directory).
- Extension: Assign a unique extension for the user (e.g., 101).
- Department: Specify the department (optional).
- Timezone: Choose the user’s timezone.
- Email Address: Enter the user’s email for notifications and password recovery.
- User’s Scope: Select the user’s access level:
- Basic User
- Office Manager (Support will need to assist with this role)
- (Other options may be available depending on your system setup.)
- Enable Voicemail: Check this box to activate voicemail for the user.
- New Password: Set a numeric login password for the user (it will be masked).
- Confirm Password: Re-enter the numeric password.
Step 4: Save the User
- Click the Add User button at the bottom of the form to save the new user.
- The user will now appear in the Users list.
- Repeat the process for additional users, if needed.
Optional: Configure the User’s Settings
After creating a user, you may want to further configure their profile:
- Voicemail Settings: Set up voicemail inbox options.
- Answering Rules: Define how incoming calls are handled based on time frames or other conditions.
For detailed instructions on these settings, refer to the respective sections in the admin guide.
Notes
- Ensure that the chosen extension number is not already in use.
- Use strong passwords to enhance security.
- If the user needs advanced permissions (e.g., Office Manager), please contact support.