User guide

VIII TALKSWITCH USER GUIDE
• Connecting TalkSwitch to network equipment such as routers, switches or
hubs with a connection to the Internet, as well as configuring firewalls,
computers and TalkSwitch for networked use internally and with
Internet. If your organization does not have someone with this IT skill
set, we recommend the use of an outside IT technician.
If you are installing a single, non-VoIP, TalkSwitch unit, anyone with basic
computer skills can use the TalkSwitch Start Guide and this user guide to
perform a full installation and configuration.
TalkSwitch system installations can be categorized into some general
configurations, such as single unit installation, networked units installation,
VoIP or non-VoIP installation, etc. This section helps you determine your
best possible plan of action using this guide, according to your installation
type. While not every possible installation scenario is detailed below,
determine which one better fits your situation and use its guidelines as a
starting point. Troubleshooting and Support on page 187 provides solutions
for common problems and the index at the back is a means to quickly
navigate to specific areas.
Single unit installation
When installing a single, non-VoIP TalkSwitch unit, you can skip the
sections marked with the Networked and VoIP icons.
Networked units installation
When installing networked TalkSwitch units, you require the sections
marked with the Networked icon.
VoIP installation
When installing a VoIP enabled unit, you require the sections marked with
the VoIP icon. Chapter 5: starting on page 161 provides an additional
resource.
Connecting devices
When connecting phones and other devices to your TalkSwitch unit(s),
1.9 Connecting devices on page 15 provides the information you need.