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3 Setting Up Your System
Overview
This chapter explains the basics of programming and the programming of features involved in the setup of the system, including the programming of a voice messaging system. Refer to the PARTNER Advanced Communications System Installation, Programming, and Use guide for more detailed programming information.
System Programming Basics
After the control unit is installed, you set up the system by using a combination of the following two types of programming. Use the System Planning Guide when programming.
•System Programming allows you to customize the system to meet the needs of your business. When the system is first installed, it uses factory settings that reflect the most commonly used options. You can change system settings as needed.
You can perform System Programming from extension 10 or extension 11. Because an extension cannot be in programming mode and handle calls at the same time, you should use extension 11 for programming. By doing so, you can program without disrupting call handling at extension 10.
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