System Requirements

CallSource phones work on a wide variety of business-class network hardware and Internet connections. Find general system requirements for running a CallSource system below.

 
 

IP Phones: CallSource Phones come pre-configured with your user and company information. They are plugged into your existing network, and utilize bandwidth from your Internet Service Provider. Each phone is a network device which must be issued a valid IP address from a router on your network (not modem) to function properly.

For a list of supported phones please click >>here.

Routers: CallSource phones require a business-class router in order to operate at maximum voice quality. Your router must be capable of distributing IP addresses to network devices via DHCP. The quality of your router should depend on the number of connected peripherals (workstations, CallSource phones, etc..).

Firewalls: Many routers include a firewall which protects your network from malicious Internet traffic. Your firewall should allow your CallSource phones to access HTTP, HTTPS, and UDP traffic on your network. Please contact your network IT professional for help in configuring your firewall.

Switches: CallSource recommends placing a business-class switch capable of QoS (Quality of Service) between your CallSource phones and your router. A QoS switch helps ensure high-quality audio during calls, as it can place priority on voice packets from your phones. The quality of your switch should depend on the number of connected peripherals (workstations, CallSource phones, etc..).



 

Internet Service Provider: All CallSource phones require a valid broadband Internet connection to make and receive calls. CallSource does not provide an Internet connection. Contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) for information regarding your Internet connection.

Bandwidth: Each call on a CallSource phone requires approximately 100kbps of Internet bandwidth (both upload and download). For example, if you have a 1.5 Mb's, (or 1500kpbs) connection you can make up to 15 concurrent calls at any given time.
However, in many cases both your computers and CallSource phones share bandwidth, effectively reducing the amount of concurrent calls possible on your network. Please contact your Internet Service Provider to ensure your bandwidth meets the minimum requirements for your needs.

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