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SpectraLink SL8440 - User Manual

SpectraLink SL8440
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721-0048-000 Rev: B
February 2018
Spectralink 84-Series Wireless Telephone
Deployment Guide
Using Spectralink CMS
Spectralink Software Versions 5.4 and above

Table of Contents

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Summary

Introduction

How does CMS Facilitate Deployment?

Explains how the CMS simplifies phone configuration and management.

What You Need to Know

Outlines prerequisites and assumed knowledge for using the guide.

Recommended Software Tools

Lists essential software tools required for tasks like XML editing.

Release Notes

Product Support

Provides contact information and resources for technical assistance and support.

Specific Documents

Lists and describes key Spectralink documentation relevant to the deployment.

Conventions Used in This Guide

Icons

Explains the meaning of various icons used throughout the guide for clarity.

White Papers

Lists white papers offering in-depth information on RF deployment and optimization.

Typography

Details typographic conventions used for different types of text in the document.

Chapter 1: Infrastructure

Network Components

Discusses the requirements of enterprise-grade VoWLAN for voice quality.

Recommended Reading

Lists recommended white papers for detailed wireless LAN layout and RF deployment.

Quality of Service

Explains the use of WMM for delivering enterprise-grade Quality of Service.

WLAN Security

Addresses security risks and considerations for wireless networks.

Security Methods

Describes various security methods like WEP, WPA-PSK, and WPA2-Enterprise.

System Diagram

Illustrates the typical network components for Spectralink deployment.

System Requirements

Lists essential components required for a typical installation.

System Components

Details the different models of Spectralink 84-Series handsets.

Servers

Describes the functions of necessary servers like CMS, Time, RADIUS, and DHCP.

DHCP Server

Explains DHCP's role in assigning network parameters to clients.

SIP Call Server

Identifies the call server's function in providing SIP telephony support.

Access points

Discusses the role of APs in providing wireless coverage and connectivity.

Ethernet switch

Explains the function of Ethernet switches in interconnecting network devices.

Chapter 2: Designing the Configuration

QNC Settings

Covers wireless configuration parameters provisioned via Quick Network Connect (QNC).

Handset Usage Scenarios

Describes deployment scenarios like Flat and Groups.

Phone Settings

Details configuration parameters for individual phones.

QoS

Refers to Quality of Service settings, advising consultation of AP documentation.

Enterprise Settings

Explains how to set parameters at the Enterprise level for all phones.

Mostly Enterprise Settings

Covers settings usually applied to all phones, with potential group overrides.

Group or Enterprise Settings

Explains how group settings override enterprise settings for specific subsets.

Device Settings

Details settings specific to individual handsets that override other levels.

Chapter 3: Deployment Summaries

Green Field Deployment

Outlines steps for deploying Spectralink phones in a new environment.

Existing Deployment w;Provisioning Server

Describes deployment steps for existing systems with a provisioning server.

Existing Deployment w;o Provisioning Server

Details deployment steps for existing systems without a provisioning server.

Chapter 4: Create the Batch Configuration File

Listing Handsets;Users for Batch Deployment

Explains using batch deployment to import multiple phones via a CSV file.

Setting up the batch file

Provides instructions on preparing and saving the CSV file for batch configuration.

Chapter 5: Wireless Settings using QNC

Initial wireless provisioning

Guides through connecting QNC and configuring wireless settings for handsets.

Chapter 6: Use CMS

Approve the Handsets

Details the process of approving newly discovered handsets in the CMS.

Chapter 7: Configure Remaining Enterprise Settings

Chapter 8: Configure Group Settings

How to configure a Group

Explains how to create and manage device groups within CMS.

Chapter 9: Configure Custom Settings

Import Configuration Files

Guides on importing custom .xml or .cfg files into CMS.

Create Configuration Files

Details how to manually create configuration parameters directly in CMS.

Chapter 10: Testing the Handsets

Test Configured Features

Advises on testing features one by one on representative phones before full deployment.

Appendix A: Software Copyrights and Open Source Information

Software Copyright

Lists copyright notices for software components included in the product.

OFFER for Source for GPL and LGPL Software

Explains the availability of source code for free software licenses.

Appendix B: Spectralink Certificates

SpectraLink SL8440 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Headset Jack3.5 mm
BluetoothNo
WiFiNo
Push-to-Talk (PTT)Yes
TypeWireless Telephone
DisplayLCD
ConnectivityDECT
Frequency Band1.92 - 1.93 GHz
RangeUp to 300 ft (91 m) indoors

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