48Chapter 2 System Overview

Component/

BCM

BCM

BCM50

 

BCM50e

BCM50a

BCM

BCM50b

BCM50a/ba

BCM50e/be

Feature

3.6

3.7

1.0

 

1.0

1.0

4.0

2.0

2.0

2.0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Upgrade from

From

From

 

Not available

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

previous

3.0,

3.5 &

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

version

3.01

3.6

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

& 3.5

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

BCM Imaging

Yes

Yes

No

 

No

No

Yes

No

No

No

Tool

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Level 1 & 2

No

No

Yes

 

Yes

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Reset

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Wireless

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

T7406

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

802.11b

Yes -

Yes

No

 

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

WVoIP i22xx

with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

patch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Digital Mobility

No

Yes

No

 

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Data Services

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Firewall

Yes

Yes

No

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ISDN Dial-up

Yes

Yes

No

 

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ADSL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Client

PPPoE

No

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Integrated

No

No

No

 

Yes

No

No

No

Yes

No

ADSL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Modem

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

VPN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IPSec

Terminating

No

 

Terminating out

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Client

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IPSec

Yes

Yes

No

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Branch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PPTP

Yes

Yes

No

 

No

No

No

No

No

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DHCP Client

No

No

Yes

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DHCP Server

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DHCP Relay

No

No

No

 

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAT

Yes

Yes

No

 

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Routing

RIP, OSPF

No

 

RIP & Static

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

Protocols

& Static

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

QoS

Yes

Yes

No

 

No

No

Yes

Yes

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dial Back-up

Yes

Yes

No

 

No

No

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNMP

ver. 1

ver. 1

 

ver.1,2 and 3

 

 

ver.1,2 and 3

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nortel Networks BCM50 2.0 manual Wireless, Data Services

BCM50 2.0 specifications

Nortel Networks BCM50 2.0 is a versatile and compact communication solution designed for small to mid-sized businesses. It delivers a mixture of traditional and digital telephony capabilities combined with advanced data technologies. This unified platform enables seamless communication, enhancing productivity while ensuring cost-effectiveness.

One of the standout features of the BCM50 is its robust call handling capabilities. With support for up to 50 users, it can efficiently manage calls and provide features such as voicemail, automated attendants, and call routing. This not only simplifies daily operations but also improves customer service by reducing wait times and enhancing call quality.

Incorporating Voice over IP (VoIP) technology, the BCM50 allows businesses to leverage the internet for voice communications. This not only decreases communication costs but also enables scalability, as adding new users and services can be done with minimal physical infrastructure changes. The built-in IP telephony ensures high-quality voice performance and reliability.

The system's diverse connectivity options are another highlight. It supports both traditional telephone lines and modern SIP trunking services. This flexibility allows businesses to choose the best communication channels, maximizing efficiency and minimizing overhead expenses. The BCM50 also offers integrated telephony features, ensuring that businesses can seamlessly transition between different modes of communication without any disruption.

Nortel's BCM50 comes pre-loaded with a variety of applications for collaboration and productivity enhancement. Features like conferencing, presence management, and mobile integration cater to the needs of today’s dynamic work environments. These applications not only foster collaboration among employees but also facilitate remote work, making it easier for teams to stay connected no matter their location.

The BCM50 is equipped with user-friendly interfaces that streamline configuration and management. Administrators can easily manage voicemail, user settings, and system configurations through an intuitive web portal. This accessibility reduces the burden on IT resources, allowing businesses to focus on core operations rather than technical support.

Durability and security are also critical characteristics of the BCM50. Built on Nortel's reliable platform, this communication system ensures a high level of performance even in challenging conditions. Additionally, security features like encryption and secure access protocols safeguard sensitive business communications, making the BCM50 a trusted choice for organizations prioritizing data protection.

In summary, Nortel Networks BCM50 2.0 stands out as a comprehensive communication solution for small to mid-sized businesses. Its combination of traditional and VoIP technologies, flexible connectivity options, user-friendly management, and strong security measures make it an ideal choice for organizations looking to enhance their communication capabilities. Whether for improving customer service or optimizing internal collaboration, the BCM50 provides the tools businesses need to thrive in a competitive landscape.