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Frequently Asked Questions — Voice over IP

Overview

Voice over IP (VoIP) is the next generation of voice communication service. With VoIP service, the circuit carrying the voice signal between your telephone and Stanford's central telephone switch is integrated into the same network that connects your computer and the Stanford network. VoIP technology allows for better network management and positions end users for evolutionary trends in telephony-data integration applications.

Cost of Service: VoIP monthly costs are documented on the Service web pages. Network costs may vary depending on the Service Level Agreement.

Turn around time of request: Requests for add, moves, or changes will be at the normal IT Services intervals.

Help Desk: If the question is not listed below, please route HelpSU ticket to the Control Desk.

Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How do I log on to my Nortel IP Phone?
  2. How do I change my Nortel IP Phone password?
  3. What do the Nortel IP Phones cost?
  4. Can I move my own Nortel IP Phone?
  5. How do I call someone back using my inbox?
  6. How do I call someone back using my outbox?
  7. Why do I see some callers' names and not others?
  8. How many numbers can I keep in my Nortel IP Phone's Directory?
  9. How many calls are kept in my Nortel IP Phone's Inbox and Outbox?
  10. How do I reconnect my Nortel IP Phone if it's been unplugged?
  11. I seem to have lost my Message Waiting indicator. I also have things like AUD showing on the screen. What happened?
  12. How do I submit work orders for adds/moves and changes?
  13. Can I have add-ons installed on my Nortel IP Phone?
  14. How are the feature/DN keys numbered on my Nortel IP Phone?
  15. There are many labeled and un-labeled keys on my Nortel IP Phone. Where can I get help on using these keys?
  16. My Nortel IP Phone is not working. Where do I get help?
  17. Is it safe to plug my PC into a Power Over Ethernet (POE) network switch port?
  18. What does "Access Denied" message mean?
  19. Can I plug a VoIP set into any network and have it work?
  20. Can I connect my FAX or answering machine to the VoIP set?
  21. What happens if the power in the building goes out?
  22. My desktop computer seems slower when it is plugged into the phone. Why?
  23. If I have a Nortel IP Phone 2004, can I log out and log into a Nortel IP Phone 2002?

How do I log on to my Nortel IP Phone?

Your user name is your 10-digit primary phone number. If your phone number is 723-XXXX, you would enter 650723xxxx. Enter it and press OK. Your default password is 1234 (unless you have changed it). Enter it and press OK. If you have not changed your password, please do so.

How do I change my Nortel IP Phone password?

Press the "Menu" soft key. Scroll down and select "User". Scroll down and select "Password". Enter a new password.

What do the Nortel IP Phones cost?

The prices for the IP Phones are documented on the Rates and Ordering Information web page for VoIP Telephone Service. http://www.stanford.edu/services/voip/info/rates.

Can I move my own Nortel IP Phone?

Not at this time. There are issues that require IT Services to track every IP telephone set's physical location. Use the current process (working with your Department IT Contact) to get your phone set moved. There are some network parameters configured in the phone that need to be changed when a set is moved.

How do I call someone back using my 'inbox'?

Press the Msg/Inbox key. Use the up and down navigation keys to highlight the call you wish to call back. Press the Dial soft key to dial the number. If calling an off campus number back, please remember to edit by pressing the Dial soft key, then entering a 9 and if area code is different, a 1 before the number, then press OK.

How do I call someone back using my 'outbox'?

Press the Shift/Outbox key. Use the up and down navigation keys to highlight the call you wish to call back. Press the Dial soft key to dial the number.

Why do I see some callers' names and not others?

This is referred to Calling Name Display. You will not be able to see the caller's name if the caller is not on the Stanford system. The word "Private" is displayed when an off-campus caller has chosen to block their Calling Line ID. You may also see a short name like 'DD3' on the outbound calls. This identifies the outbound facilities that carry your call.

How many numbers can I keep in my phone's Directory?

The Nortel IP Phone 2004 phone directory holds 16 listings.

How many calls are kept in my Nortel IP Phone's Inbox and Outbox?

Your Inbox and Outbox each list the last ten calls that were received (Inbox) and placed (Outbox). Calls are listed in chronological order from newest to oldest. Details of each call can be obtained by pressing the Msg/Inbox or Shift/Outbox key and then the Display soft key. You may also see a short name like 'DD3' on outbound calls. This identifies the outbound facilities that carry your call.

How do I reconnect my Nortel IP Phone if it has been unplugged?

Plug the phone into the wall TSO at the activated data port and then plug your computer into the phone at the port marked with the PC icon.

I seem to have lost my Message Waiting indicator. I also have things like AUD showing on the screen. What happened?

Your screen has been scrolled up past the first page. Press the "down" button (possibly several times) in the navigation keys to restore the screen to the first page.

How do I submit work orders for adds/moves and changes?

Have your designated Department IT Contact place an online service order at: itservices.stanford.edu, with the following information: phone number; current location as in your quad, building, and jack; your new location quad, building, and jack location; and an account number.

Can I have add-ons installed on my Nortel IP Phone?

Yes. IP Phone 2004 and IP Phone 2002 sets may have up to two add-ons, each with 22 additional keys. IP Phone 2001 sets do not have add-ons.

How are the feature/DN keys numbered on my Nortel IP set?

On IP Phone 2004 sets, there are 3 keys on each side of the display screen. Starting from lower right and counting upward, they are numbered 1, 2 and 3. On the left side and counting upward, they are numbered 4, 5 and 6. After you press the UP arrow key (located below the display screen), the keys on the right are (from bottom up), 1, 7 and 8 and on the right, 9, 10 and 11. Pressing the UP arrow key again, the right side now has keys (from bottom up) 1, 12 and 13; the left side has keys (from bottom up) 14.

There are many labeled and unlabeled keys on my Nortel IP set. Where can I get help on using these keys?

You can call 5-HELP (5-4357) or go to VoIP web pages. http://www.stanford.edu/services/voip/userguide/

My phone is not working. Where do I get help?

You can either open a HelpSU ticket or call 5-HELP (5-4357). When filling a HelpSU request, choose Request Category: Phones and Cable TV, Request Type: Repair Services, and Operating System: Other Operating System. In Request Description, specify your problem and alternative phone number where repair technicians can contact you.

Is it safe to plug my desktop computer into a Power Over Ethernet (POE) network switch port?

Yes. POE switches use a protocol, IEEE 802.af, that prevents power from being applied to PCs and other network devices. Power is only applied to VoIP sets.

What does "Access Denied" message mean?

You have tried to log in three times and have not provided the proper password. The system has now locked you out. Please contact the HelpDesk to have your password re-set.

Can I plug a VoIP set into any network and have it work?

No. The network must be configured to support VoIP. This includes items such as Power over Ethernet (POE). Please contact the ITS Service representative for a complete description of the network requirements.

Can I connect my FAX or answering machine to the VoIP set?

No. The VoIP phone is a networking device and does not provide the signaling for either the FAX or answering machines to work properly. These still need to be connected to a standard line.

What happens if the power in the building goes out?

The VoIP sets draw power from the network switch. In the Net-to-Jack model, these switches have 20-30 minutes of power backup. This should be long enough to make emergency calls and get out of the building.

My desktop computer seems slower when it is plugged into the phone. Why?

You may have a mis-match between speed settings in the phone and the network switch. Please open a trouble ticket.

If I have a Nortel IP Phone 2004, can I log out and log into a Nortel IP Phone 2002?

Yes, although any features you have on keys 11 through 14 will not be funtional.

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