Month: July 2012

Patton Announces Microsoft Lync Certification for SmartNode VoIP Gateways

Posted by | Jul 16, 2012 | , , , |

Patton smartNode™ from Patton Electronics offers the industry’s first BRI-class VoIP media gateways that are Microsoft®-certified for interoperability with Lync™ unified communications (UC) solutions. Patton have announced that SmartNode™ VoIP media gateways (release 6.T and newer) have been tested and certified in Microsoft’s Unified Communications Open Interoperability Program for Lync Communications Server. Microsoft lists Patton and SmartNode in the Direct SIP category, while Patton cites Microsoft as a Patton-Certified Enterprise Communication Partner for Lync and OCS. The certification assures enterprise customers and system integrators that SmartNode VoIP equipment interoperates reliably and seamlessly with Microsoft’s UC software, so they can select and deploy SmartNode products with absolute confidence. SmartNode gateway-routers enable organizations to reap the benefits of Lync-based unified communications without replacing their existing phones or PBX systems, and without sacrificing connectivity with the traditional PSTN. By interconnecting Lync software with legacy voice technologies and the PSTN, SmartNode preserves past investment in still-operational systems, while adding rich IP-telephony features including voice-and-data survivability and least-cost call routing—with the legendary set-it-and-forget-it reliability of SmartNode. To facilitate trouble-free installation, Patton has published a free eleven-page application note entitled Microsoft Lync and Patton SmartNode. The publication provides set-up tips, valuable background information, and a sample SmartNode configuration file. Patton also provides free lifetime support with free software upgrades for its entire catalog of over 1,000 products. Scaling from 2 to 2048 voice channels, the...

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Yealink VP530 has been Validated with BroadWorks

Posted by | Jul 13, 2012 | , |

Yealink VoIP Phones and IP communication solution provider, have  announced its IP Video Phone VP530 has successfully passed the interoperability test with BroadSoft, the leading worldwide innovator of VoIP applications. This validation by BroadSoft proves that Yealink IP phones now work properly with BroadWorks platform.  BroadSoft has officially announced that the Yealink VP530 has been validated that it is interoperable with the BroadWorks SIP interface and works properly with the BroadWorks SIP interface.   Yealink VP530, unified with audio, video and many applications, is a powerful business video phone. It has many first-class features which provides the leading video conferencing solution — Local 3-Way Video Conferencing, and empowers high efficient and ease-to-use Phonebook Solution, innovative simple-to-manage 3-Touch Dial. Moreover, it is highly customizable and expandable, easy to deploy and manage. Its large display and ease of use make VP530 an ideal all-in-one tool for today’s busy executives and managers.   The BroadWorks platform delivers a broad range of unified communications services including video, voice, hosted call center, conferencing, messaging and mobility, for businesses and consumers worldwide. The interoperability between Yealink VP530 and the BroadWorks application server platform offers customers innovative business network communications solutions.   BroadWorks VoIP communications application server enables service providers to offer a comprehensive portfolio of business and consumer communications applications and value added applications from a common network platform. BroadWorks delivers communication solutions that integrate...

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Grandstream win TMC Innovation award for the GXP2124

Posted by | Jul 12, 2012 | , |

GXP2124 Enterprise HD IP Telephone Honored for Exceptional Innovation Grandstream Networks a leading VoIP Phones manufacturer  have announced that TMC, a global, integrated media company, named the Grandstream GXP2124 Enterprise HD IP phone as a 2012 TMC Labs Innovation Award winner presented by INTERNET TELEPHONY magazine.  As businesses bring HD audio into the workplace for improved communications and productivity, Grandstream puts forward an extensive portfolio of desktop phones to fit a number of popular and emerging application requirements of any business customers,” said David Li, CEO of Grandstream. “The GXP2124 targets high call volume applications like call centers, customer support and reception areas by incorporating 24 programmable fast-dial buttons and Electronic Hook Switch (EHS) support to maximize flexibility and efficiency.” He added, “We appreciate this award from TMC and INTERNET TELEPHONY magazine and its recognition of Grandstream’s continued innovation efforts. “The TMC Labs Innovation Award represents the best and the most unique products and services that this industry has to offer. Grandstream has proven their commitment to quality and the further development of the IP communications industry through its GXP2124 HD IP Telephone,” stated Tom Keating, CTO and TMC Labs...

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Sangoma Debuts Lync Express Appliance at Microsoft WPC in Toronto

Posted by | Jul 12, 2012 | , , |

All-in-one Microsoft Lync Appliance Features Fully Integrated PSTN Connectivity; Simplifies Enterprise Unified Communications Deployments Sangoma will showcase its innovative Sangoma NetBorder Lync Express appliance to a global audience at the 2012 Microsoft Worldwide Partner Conference, held at the Metro Toronto Convention Center on July 8-12, 2012 in Toronto, Canada. In addition to Lync Express, Sangoma will exhibit its broad portfolio of telecommunications solutions designed to simplify unified communications deployments and deliver operational efficiency across disparate technologies. Sangoma will be located at booth 256 throughout the exhibition. Sangoma’s Lync Express simplifies Microsoft Lync deployments by combining the Lync server elements and the PSTN gateway functions into a single appliance,” said Doug Vilim, vice president of worldwide sales for Sangoma. “Sangoma has an unmatched history of providing high quality and reliable IP and TDM networking solutions that exceed customer expectations. Our research and expertise in designing relevant and cost-effective communications solutions has enabled Sangoma to develop a solution that makes it easy for any Microsoft Partner or enterprise to get a Lync deployment up and running quickly and easily. Lync Express is an integrated appliance that provides the core capabilities necessary in any Lync deployment. The solution incorporates the Microsoft Windows 2008 server, Microsoft Lync 2010 server and the Sangoma NetBorder Express VoIP gateway. The stand-alone appliance supports sites of up to approximately 100 users and is equipped with one E1/T1/J1...

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