Configuring the media server

Powering up the media server

1S8700: Connect the AC power cord to media server 1 and to UPS 1 to power it up.

S8710: Connect the AC power cord to media server 1 and to UPS 1. Press the Power button on the front to power it up.

Accessing the media server

NOTE:

You must place the CD in the drive immediately.

1Connect the laptop to the services port (port 2 [Eth1]) on the back of the media server using a crossconnect cable.

2Place the CD with Avaya Communication Manager in the CD-ROM drive on the media server.

3Wait at least 3 minutes after powering up before starting a Telnet session to access the information on the CD.

Setting up Telnet

NOTE:

Use a telnet session to access the information on the CD.

The Microsoft Telnet application may be set to send a carriage return (CR) and line feed (LF) each time you press Enter. The installation program sees this as 2 key presses. If running Windows 2000/XP, you need to correct this before you copy the Remaster Program to the hard drive.

1Click Start > Run to open the Run dialog box.

2Type telnet and press Enter to open a Microsoft Telnet session.

3Type display and press Enter to see the current settings. If message says

Sending only CR

then close the dialog box.

If message says

Sending both CR & LF

then continue with step 4.

4Type unset crlf and press Enter.

5Type display and press Enter to verify that the settings changed. The message says

Sending only CR

6Close the dialog box.

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Installing and Configuring the Avaya S8700 or S8710 Media Server

 

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Avaya S8710 manual Powering up the media server, Accessing the media server, Setting up Telnet

S8710 specifications

The Avaya S8710 is a robust and scalable communication platform designed to cater to the needs of medium to large enterprises. As a part of Avaya's portfolio, this solution is built to provide enhanced call control, unified communications, and superior customer service, all while ensuring flexibility and reliability.

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The S8710's architecture is highly modular, allowing businesses to scale their operations easily. This modularity enables organizations to start with a basic configuration and expand as their needs grow. The system can support thousands of voice channels, making it ideal for large organizations with high call volumes.

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The S8710 also supports various deployment options including premise-based, cloud-based, or hybrid setups, providing organizations with the capacity to choose the model that best fits their operational needs. The system’s reliability is further strengthened by its built-in redundancy and failover capabilities, ensuring minimal disruptions during service outages.

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