If you are setting up external IP extensions, a TalkSwitch VoIP network, or a VoIP service that doesn’t handle port forwarding, port forwarding is required.
If port forwarding is required, and your router supports uPNP (Universal Plug and Play), ensure uPNP is enabled. The TalkSwitch system will use uPNP to automatically set up port forwarding, and the Automatic (uPNP Enabled) link will appear. No router configuration is required.
If port forwarding is required but your router doesn’t support uPNP, or automatic port forwarding doesn’t work, the Manual Port Mapping Required link will appear. You will need to configure the router as described below.
1.Select the IP Configuration page.
2.If required, click the Manual Port Mapping Required link. The Manual Port Mapping window appears. It lists the packet type, port number, IP address and protocol of each required port.
3.To access the router configuration:
a)Click the link containing the IP address of the gateway. The default browser starts, and prompts you for the router’s user name and password.
b)Enter the router’s user name and password. The browser shows a setup screen.
c)Navigate to the screen used to set up port forwarding. See your router documentation.
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