Features
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Cascading
Using the expansion module, the OpenCom 130 can be cascaded with a second 
OpenCom 130 communications system. An Ethernet switch on the expansion module 
further enables applications featuring media convergence, such as the operation of a 
VoIP interface card M100-IP.
It is possible to cascade two OpenCom 150 (rack version) units. Two ports of the Eth-
ernet switch residing on the main module can be used externally. Two other ports are 
available for internal use with interface cards. 
With the OpenCom 131 no PBX cascading with another system is possible. However, 
PBX networking with a second infocom system (via ISDN, DSS1) is possible.
Further information regarding these configuration options can be found in the 
chapters PBX Cascading starting on page 152 and PBX Networking starting on 
page 157. 
Networking
As your company’s requirements grow, the OpenCom 100 can be networked with 
other telecom systems (see PBX Networking starting on page 157). The OpenCom 100 
can then operate as a sub-system or DECT server. To operate the system as a DECT 
server the system’s U
pn
 ports must be DECT-capable. It is also possible to create a 
telecom system with several networked telecom installations.
Voice over IP (VoIP)
OpenCom 100 supports the connection of VoIP terminals, enabling the company’s 
existing internal network infrastructure (LAN with 100 MBit/s) to be used for 
telephony as well. Corded system terminals of the Aastra 6773ip (OpenPhone 73 IP) 
and Aastra 6775ip (OpenPhone 75 IP) as well as the VoIP system telephones 
OpenPhone 63 IP and OpenPhone 65 IP types are available for this purpose. These 
devices have the same functionality and support the same features as the non IP-
enabled system terminals.
For users wanting to use PC-supported telephony, IP system terminals are available as 
separate licensable software versions (“Softphone”). You will find further information 
on this in the chapter on Voice over IP (VoIP) starting on page 105.
VoIP with media gateway card
Additional VoIP features can be used by installing a media gateway card with the 
communications system OpenCom 130 / 150. The OpenCom 131 cannot be equipped 
with a media gateway card.