In Voice over IP (VoIP) communication, there are two main methods of initiating a call setup: early offer and delayed offer. Both methods have their own advantages and disadvantages, and it is essential to understand the differences between them to ensure optimal call setup and quality. Early Offer: Early offer, also known as early media, … Read more
RTP, or Real-time Transport Protocol, is a network protocol used in Voice over IP (VoIP) communications. RTP is responsible for transmitting audio and video data between endpoints in a VoIP call. It is a transport layer protocol and operates at Layer 4 of the OSI model. RTP works in conjunction with another protocol called the … Read more
When it comes to Voice over IP (VoIP), the transport layer protocols used for audio and video payload are crucial for ensuring a reliable and high-quality communication experience. The two main transport layer protocols used for VoIP audio and video payload are Real-Time Transport Protocol (RTP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP). RTP is responsible for … Read more
Cisco IP Phones are widely used in organizations for their reliability, scalability, and advanced features. When these phones are powered on, they go through a boot-up process to initialize and establish connectivity with the network. In this article, we will explore the boot-up process for Cisco IP Phones. The boot-up process for Cisco IP Phones … Read more
ANI and DNIS are two important concepts in the world of telephony, particularly in the context of call routing and identification. ANI stands for Automatic Number Identification, while DNIS stands for Dialed Number Identification Service. Both ANI and DNIS are used to route calls to the appropriate destination based on certain criteria. ANI is a … Read more
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is a network protocol that enables devices to automatically obtain IP addresses and other network configuration information such as default gateway and DNS server. It simplifies the network administration process by centrally managing IP address allocation and reducing the need for manual configuration. Option 150 and Option 66 are two … Read more
When it comes to deploying IP phones in a network, one of the key considerations is the configuration of Virtual LANs (VLANs). A VLAN is a logical grouping of network devices that are located in different physical locations but behave as if they are in the same LAN. In the context of IP phones, it … Read more
Dial-peers are an important component of Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) that are used to route incoming and outgoing calls to the appropriate destination. Dial-peers use various criteria to match calls, such as called and calling numbers, destination patterns, and dial-tone detection. In this article, we will discuss the matching criteria for incoming and outgoing … Read more
Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) is a popular IP telephony solution that provides call processing, voicemail, messaging, and other communication services. To use CUCM, phones must be added to the system so that they can register and make calls. In this article, we will discuss the different ways in which phones can be added to … Read more
In Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), a line group is a feature that allows a group of phone lines to share the same call distribution and call coverage characteristics. This feature is particularly useful for call centers, help desks, and other organizations that need to distribute incoming calls among a group of agents. A line … Read more