Cisco Systems 301, 303 manual Installing Your Phone, Before You Begin

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Installing Your Phone

This chapter describes how to install your Cisco Small Business IP Phone and connect it to your network. It contains the following sections:

•Before You Begin, page 18

•Installing Your Cisco SPA 301 IP Phone, page 19

•Installing Your Cisco SPA 303 IP Phone, page 21

•(Optional) Mounting Your Cisco SPA 30X Phone to the Wall, page 24

•Verifying Phone Startup, page 31

•Upgrading Your Phone’s Firmware, page 32

Before You Begin

Before you install and connect your phone, verify with your phone administrator (if applicable) that the network is ready for the phone, read the safety notices, and make sure you have all the phone parts and documentation available.

Cisco Small Business IP Phone SPA 30X User Guide (SIP)

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Contents User Guide June Contents Getting Started Installing Your PhoneContents Using Basic Phone FunctionsUsing Advanced Phone Features Using the Call History ListsUsing the Web Interface Appendix a Where to Go From Here Getting Started About This DocumentOrganization Title DescriptionOverview of the Cisco Small Business 300 Series IP Phones Caring for Your PhoneGetting to Know the Cisco SPA Phone Feature Description Phone Feature Description Getting Started Softkey Buttons Getting Started Screen Icons Using Keypad Shortcuts Getting Started Installing Your Phone Before You BeginConnecting the Power Installing Your Cisco SPA 301 IP PhoneConnecting the Handset Connecting Your Cisco SPA 301 to the Network Cisco SPA 301 Phone Ethernet ConnectionInstalling Your Cisco SPA 303 IP Phone Cisco SPA 303 Phone ConnectionsConnecting Your Cisco SPA 303 to the Network Optional Connecting Wired and Wireless Headsets Optional Installing the Cisco SPA 303 StandOptional Connecting a PC to Your Cisco SPA Optional Mounting Your Cisco SPA 30X Phone to the Wall MB100 Wall Mount Kit Installing Your Phone Installing Your Phone Plug in the Ethernet and power cables Hang onto screws mounted in the wall Handset Retention Tab Default Position Reversing the Handset Retention TabVerifying Phone Startup Handset Retention Tab ReversedUpgrading Your Phone’s Firmware Determining Your Current Firmware VersionInstall the Firmware Download the Firmware Get Your Phone’s IP AddressInstalling Your Phone Using Basic Phone Functions Using Phone Hardware and Accessories Cisco SPA Using the SpeakerphoneUsing the Headset with Your IP Phone Sending Audio to the Phone SpeakerChoosing Your Preferred Audio Device Adjusting Call Volume and MutingAdjusting Call Volume Placing or Answering a Call Adjusting the Ringer VolumeUsing Mute Cisco SPA Using Hold and Resume Using Dial Assistance Cisco SPAEnding a Call Performing an Unattended Blind Transfer Transferring Calls Cisco SPAPerforming an Attended Transfer Transferring a Held Call to an Active Call Redialing a NumberViewing and Returning Missed Calls Cisco SPA Turning the Missed Calls Shortcut On and Off Forwarding Calls Forwarding All CallsForwarding Calls When Your Phone is Busy Forwarding Calls When You Don’t Answer the PhoneCisco SPA Stopping Call ForwardingSetting Do Not Disturb Activating Do Not DisturbTurning Call Waiting On and Off Deactivating Do Not DisturbPicking Up a Call from Another Extension Cisco SPA Parking a Call Cisco SPA Placing a Three-Way Conference Call Conferencing a Held Call with an Active Call Cisco SPA Using the Phone Directories Cisco SPAUsing Your Personal Directory Using the Corporate Directory Using the Call History Lists Viewing the Call History ListsSetting or Changing a Phone Password Calling from the Call History ListsDeleting a Number from the Call History Lists Saving a Call History List Number to Your DirectoryAccessing Voicemail Using Advanced Phone Features Blocking Anonymous Calls Configuring Privacy and Security FeaturesBlocking Caller ID Using Secure Call Adding and Using Speed Dials Enabling Dial Assistance Cisco SPACreating Speed Dials on Unused Line Buttons Cisco SPA Creating Numerical Speed DialsPaging Another Phone Using the Paging FeatureUsing Speed Dials Configuring Auto Answer Cisco SPA Paging a Group of PhonesChanging the LCD Screen Contrast Configuring the Phone Screen SaverCustomizing Your LCD Screen Cisco SPA To enable your screen saver Using Ring Tones Cisco SPA Setting Your Phone’s Date and TimeTurning on the Screen Saver Changing Your Ring ToneUsing Star Codes Code Definition Using the Interactive Voice Response Menu on the Cisco SPA Activate Do Not Disturb. See Setting Do Not Disturb,Number Option Rebooting Your Phone Reboot See Rebooting Your Phone,Hang up to begin the reboot Using the Web Interface Logging in to the Web Interface Configuring Call Forwarding Under Supplementary Services , locate the DND Setting fieldConfiguring Call Waiting Blocking Caller IDUsing Your Personal Directory Cisco SPA Blocking Anonymous CallsAccepting Text Messages Cisco SPA Viewing Call History ListsCreating Speed Dials Adjusting Audio Volume Configuring the Phone Screen Saver Cisco SPA Changing the LCD Contrast Cisco SPAConfiguring the Phone Screen Saver Cisco SPA Where to Go From Here Cisco Small Business Home

303, 301 specifications

Cisco Systems, a global leader in IT and networking, has developed a range of products designed to address the ever-evolving needs of modern networks. Among these products are the Cisco 301 and 303 series, which stand out for their advanced features and robust capabilities.

The Cisco 301 series is particularly known for its versatility and scalability. It serves as an ideal choice for small to medium-sized businesses that require reliable network performance without the complexities of larger systems. One of its main features is its support for advanced routing protocols, including OSPF and EIGRP, which enable efficient network traffic management. The series also incorporates Cisco's Intelligent WAN technology, allowing for seamless connectivity between on-premise and cloud environments.

Another key aspect of the 301 series is its built-in security features. It integrates advanced firewall capabilities and supports VPN protocols, which ensures a secure connection for remote users. This makes the series a robust option for organizations looking to protect their sensitive data while facilitating remote work.

On the other hand, the Cisco 303 series targets enterprises needing more powerful solutions to handle higher traffic loads. It features enhanced performance parameters, including higher throughput and additional port options that can accommodate larger networks. The 303 series introduces Cisco's DNA (Digital Network Architecture), which streamlines management and automation, allowing network administrators to respond swiftly to network changes or threats.

Additionally, the 303 series is designed to support advanced analytics, leveraging AI and machine learning to provide insights into network performance and security. This makes proactive network management possible, helping organizations optimize their resources while minimizing downtime.

Both series emphasize ease of use, equipped with intuitive interfaces that simplify configuration and management tasks. Furthermore, they support cloud-based management options, allowing visibility and control from anywhere.

In conclusion, the Cisco Systems 301 and 303 series represent strong, feature-rich solutions for organizations of varying sizes. Their combination of advanced routing, built-in security, and cloud integration capabilities ensures that they deliver the performance, scalability, and security that modern networks demand. These products are essential for businesses looking to harness the benefits of digital transformation while maintaining a secure and efficient network infrastructure.
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