Select Full ISO from the stable 64 bit option for the best performance. You can burn the image natively with most operating systems but for Microsoft OS's prior to 7, you will need a 3rd party app like ImgBurn or UltraISO beware of packaged Adware with some hosts!
These are all good options, regardless of native burning apps since disc recording speeds may be lowered for more accurate media. Boot into the disc on the machine where you want to install the software.
The first screen you see will ask you to select between an older or newer version of Asterisk and the method of installation as seen in figure 2. Assuming you chose the stable version of the distro as earlier indicated, you should choose the newest version of Asterisk and the Full Install - Advanced option.
Walk through the following steps to install the full system to your machine. It is recommended you use the whole hard drive as this is more secure and the machine must be up for the system to work. If you want to keep the existing system s on your machine, use the Shrink Current System. If a suitable chunk of unused space is already available, choose Use Free Space and select the desired space. The system will proceed to install the software, reboot once then load up the welcome screen.
Essentially everything you need to do from here will be done via a web browser so logging into the machine and poking around is not necessary, as this will likely do more harm than good, especially if unfamiliar with the command line for Linux. After the installation, you will be able to access the web management console from a browser on another machine within the LAN. Type the IP address of the machine into your browser to get started.
The first page you see should look like the one shown below in figure 4. Enter the required information by creating an administrator name and password. For email to function properly, you will need to configure an SMTP connector.
In a Windows server environment, an admin can easily create an account for such purposes in Microsoft Exchange. Using a 3rd party email such as Google is also possible but doing it ideally requires use of Google Apps for Work. When navigating to the system via a web browser, you will land on a splash page with four main options.
After logging in for the first time and each subsequent time you will land on the system status page as shown in figure 5. Take a look at the notification area in the top left corner. One of the first messages you should see recommends changing the password for the Asterisk server as the default password is common knowledge. You can change this by going to the Advanced Settings option under the Settings tab as can be seen in figure 6 below.
This can save a lot of headaches in the future, trust me! Updating FreePBX modules i. To upgrade modules, visit the Admin tab and select Module Admin. Click the Check Online button to receive the most current information then check the box for Show only upgradeable. Click the Upgrade all hyperlink then the Process button on the following page.
A couple of things to note at this point: you can add additional modules from this point but it is not necessary as the required features for voice and video are already installed. The following steps do not necessarily require completion in the same order but if you are attempting to mimic my setup, it is best to complete in the same order.
Next we will configure the network settings inside the console as a measure to prime the system for connecting to our wholesale provider, VoIP Innovations.
The first area we will configure is related to settings for the LAN. This will provide functionality for your phones and softphones on the local network so if you are not planning on connecting a SIP account at this time, you can skip to the Configuring Extensions section. Navigate to the System Admin module found under the Admin tab at the top. On the right side of the page, you will see a box for additional sub settings.
First, select the DNS and make the following changes as seen in figure 7. Order is not too important as long as a few entries are added to the box that normally do not populate automatically. These addresses and the public DNS entries the two that begin with 8 are mostly for good measure - as long as your loopback address Make sure the rest of the information matches your local network, as viewed in figure 8.
You will also need to find the external IP of your network - the easiest way to accomplish this task is to visit Google and type 'what is my ip. The codecs used for audio compression should be set based on the capabilities of your SIP or wholesale provider.
VoIP Innovations use codecs G and G G is not an option, but its variations ulaw or u-law - pronounced "moo law" - and a-law are available so these should be selected.
G is a successor, in some sense, to codec G and GSM is often needed to communicate with mobile devices hence the reason both are selected. Email required Address never made public. Name required. Create your website with WordPress. Follow Following. Network Cookies. Sign me up. Many find the level of control it offers appealing. Before we dig into evaluating hosted options, let's first look into what it takes to build an in-house VoIP infrastructure, so you can decide which system is right for yourself.
As VoIP operates over the internet, you must ensure you have a strong and reliable connection. Part of understanding this is to figure out how many users you'll need. Pro tip: Start by assessing how many users you need in the short term and long term. You'll also need to define which shared resources are needed across the company. For example, three meeting rooms means three conference phones. Once you know how many users you must accommodate, you can evaluate whether or not your current internet capabilities are sufficient enough.
Of course, even if you have employees, not all of them will be using the VoIP system at the same time. But you'll need to account for unexpected volume increases. Speak to your ISP about your requirements and see what they can offer you. We've also created a VoIP speed test tool so you can see how much data your existing connection can handle:.
Now, you can calculate the number of lines you'll need to support business needs. To get an accurate number, consider the following :. Want to learn more about this topic? When setting up your VoIP system, you'll need the right hardware to meet your needs. Here's what a PBX system might look like:. SIP trunking allows voice data to travel over a dedicated line. This means that voice data has a dedicated line, which saves bandwidth from being eaten up over your main network.
We'll cover how to evaluate different vendors in the next section. For now, let's look into which features you should consider when building your VoIP infrastructure.
With a list of important features, look for vendors who can support your needs. Some solutions only offer the basics such as call management , while others come with advanced features. A good on-premises phone provider will also assist with getting everything set up and offer long-term support.
For example, many will help you with the following:. Have a list of questions when contacting vendors. Ask them how much support they offer during the setup process, and whether or not they send an engineer to consult and configure the VoIP system. We'll cover more about the vendor evaluation process shortly. An on-premises system can seem appealing for flexibility. For many business owners and IT professionals, the amount of work can be daunting. I only need the FXS if i want to use an existing phone right?
MorfiusX 2[H]4U. Joined Feb 13, Messages 3, Blitzrommel 2[H]4U. Joined Sep 26, Messages 2, Blitzrommel said:. That could be an issue. From my experience, the Cisco s I worked with come default with the SCCP software loaded; you'll have to obtain the stuff for SIP if that's what you plan on using seems to be the most widely used , although Asterisk does support SCCP in a rather limited way. Some also have MGCP. Way ahead of you on that one. Yup, In that im reading up on it. But then i never turn down a challenge.
The ciscos are good phones, and you'll have a ton of support from the asterisk community. Even better, however, are the snoms. Awsome phones, I highly recommend them. I know a place to get the s for ish, pm me if you are curious. HitmanZ Gawd. Joined Jan 22, Messages
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