Arming network administrators with a thorough understanding of Cisco’s current VoIP solutions and the means to put them to work, Configuring Cisco Voice Over IP, Second Edition demonstrates how to configure all of Cisco’s core VoIP products—among them Cisco CallManager software, Cisco 7910 series phones, and server-based IP PBXs. Now updated with coverage of Cisco’s AVVID enterprise solutions, this book continues to supply hands-on guidance on implementing QoS (Quality of Service) features to reduce network latency and jitter. It also provides case studies illustrating real-world VoIP configuration and troubleshooting strategies.
* This Second Edition Updates a Major Best-Seller
This book features new coverage of topics such as Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) and Media Gateway Control Protocol (MGCP).
* Learn to Integrate With Legacy Systems
VoIP networks are required to interconnect in with legacy systems such as the public switched telephone network.
* Understand the Complexity of VoIP Protocols
This book clearly explains VoIP protocol suites, considered to be the most difficult aspect of mastering VoIP
* Decide What Equipment is Required to Deploy a VoIP Network
You will find that several of Cisco’s smaller router offerings have been extended to support VoIP networks in this detailed overview of current Cisco VoIP-capable devices.
* Find a Consistent Approach to Configuring Cisco Devices
Whether you are configuring an analog telephone to connect to a 1700 series router or a 3600 series router, the required configuration commands are the same.
* Master QoS Techniques
This book provides actual configurations of ways to implement several techniques to maintain and improve voice quality.
* Investigate What Happens When a Voice Network Fails
Underlying network failures tended to be one of the greatest issues regarding VoIP networks.
* Review Real World Case Studies
Cases range from installing an analog handset in a router and replacing legacy tie-line connections between PBXs to deploying complex dial plans and wide-scale VoIP solutions.
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