It’s tough these days to keep business costs in line when customers clamor for the latest in technology. Quality used phone systems for VoIP can meet both these needs.
VoIP (Voice-over-Internet-Protocol) service has proven itself among big businesses for quality and savings. Now smaller and expanding businesses have the same opportunity to use the kind of technology the big boys use at a fraction of the cost. In other words, you can wow the customers and still save big bucks on telephone calls.
The savings begins with the PBX (private branch exchange) systems for internal calls. Used VoIP-enabled phone systems can save thousands on renovated equipment that is cleaned, tested and updated with replacements for any worn components.
Companies can choose from among three used phone systems for VoIP service:
VoIP PBX Hybrid – All the leading telephone brands offer hybrid versions, so there should be plenty good used systems available. The major benefit to a hybrid is that even if your Internet goes down, you’ll still be able to make calls. Most business users choose digital handsets with this model, with the strictly VoIP handsets for remove users. Your calls can go over traditional copper telephone lines (PSTN) or over digital lines (ISDN). This versatility and backup is especially important for businesses that rely heavily on telephone contact with customers.
User-controlled VoIP IP PBX– This version operates only with IP (Internet Protocol) handsets, not digital models. It still works with both analog and digital telephone lines. Like a traditional phone system, the main equipment would be installed at the business site, so the user controls the system. There’s still redundancy of standard phone lines with this system, but the IP handsets cost more than digital handsets, so increased cost is a definite drawback.
VOIP-Only IP PBX – The telecom vendor manages everything with this option, so there’s no controller or equipment installed on-site. However, if the Internet connection drops, so do the phone connections. The chance of losing all communication can be too risky for companies that rely on calls to do business. The biggest benefit with this option is that rental charges are eliminated for PSTN and ISDN phone lines.
With the right hardware installed, a company’s savings grow rapidly by using VoIP, where telecom charges are vastly lower than tradition long-distance calls.
Among the service issues to look for when choosing a used phone system for VoIP are:
•Warranties on the used system.
•Money-back guarantee
•Training in maintaining and using the VoIP system.
•Ongoing technical support
A used phone system for VoIP offers a low-risk, high-savings way for small or expanding businesses to combine technology with economy.
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Linksys SPA2102 VoIP Gateway
$70.99
1 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Network LAN 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX Network WAN 10 Mbps 10 Mbps Ethernet 10/100Base-TX 100 Mbps 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet 2 2 x RJ-11 FXS 3.98″ Height x 3.98″ Width x 1.10″ Depth DHCP IEEE 802.1p Quality of service Web browser administration Syslog Network Address Translation 256 bit AES Session Initiation Protocol v2 Highly secure (encrypted) calling via prestandard implementation of Secure RTP The SPA2102 features two basic telephone ports to connect existing analog phones or fax machines to a private branch exchange (PBX) system. It also includes two 100BASE-T RJ-45 Ethernet interfaces to connect to a home or office LAN, as well as an Ethernet connection to connect a broadband modem or router (WAN). Each phone line can be configured independently via software controlled by the service provider or the end user. With the SPA2102, users are able to protect and extend their investment in their existing analog telephones, conference speaker phones, and fax machines, as well as control their migration to IP with an extremely affordable, reliable solution. Cisco Systems, Inc G.165 G.168 G.711 G.711 u/A G.723.1 G.726 G.729a Linksys SPA-2102 Phone Adapter with Router SPA2102 SPA2102-AU Twisted Pair 10/100Base-TX VoIP Gateway www.cisco.com
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Linksys PAP2T VoIP Gateway
$56.99
1 1 x RJ-45 10/100Base-TX LAN 10 Mbps 10 Mbps Ethernet 10/100Base-TX 100 Mbps 100 Mbps Fast Ethernet 100 V AC to 240 V AC Power Supply 2 2 x RJ-11 FXS 3.98″ Height x 3.98″ Width x 1.10″ Depth 5 V DC Device 5.40 oz Attenuation / Gain Adjustments Flash Hook Timer MWI Message Waiting Indicator Tones VMWI via FSK Polarity Control Hook Flash Event Signaling Caller ID Generation (Name & Number) – Bellcore, DTMF, ETSI Music on Hold Client Streaming Audio Server – up to 10 sessions Password Protected System Reset to Factory Default Password Protected Admin and User Access Authority Provisioning/Configuration/Authentication: HTTPS with Factory Installed Client Certificate HTTP Digest – Encrypted Authentication via MD5 (RFC 1321) Up to 256-bit AES Encryption Syslog ICMP DHCP Web Browser Administration & Configuration via Integral Web Server Automated Provisioning & Upgrade via HTTPS, HTTP, TFTP The Linksys Internet Phone Adapter enables high-quality feature-rich VoIP (voice over IP) service through your broadband Internet connection. Just plug it into your home Router or Gateway and use the two standard telephone ports to connect analog phones or use one of the ports for a fax machine. Each phone port operates independently, with separate phone service and phone numbers, like having two telephone lines. You’ll get clear reception and a reliable fax connection, even while using the Internet at the same time. Cisco Systems, Inc G.165 G.168 G.711 u/A G.723.1 G.726 G.729a Linksys PAP2T PAP2T VoIP Gateway PAP2T-NA Twisted Pair 10/100Base-TX VoIP Gateway www.cisco.com
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