Troubleshooting the IP Softphone 2050

Firewall applications intercept or delay packets, causing the

IP Softphone 2050 to reset due to the expiration of the Watchdog timer.

Note: Use care when using firewall applications on the same computer as the IP Softphone 2050.

Excess delay or loss of communication with the server occurs.

USB Headset problems

The following sections describes various USB headset problems and suggested remedy actions:

“Headset not functioning” on page 124

“USB Headset Adapter features appear dimmed” on page 125

“Cannot hear audio through headset” on page 127

“Sound still comes out of my computer speakers” on page 127

Headset not functioning

If you experience any headset problems, try the following actions in the order presented:

1.Verify that you are using a supported operating system. For a list of supported operating systems, see “System requirements” on page 34. To check your operating system:

a.Select Start.

b.Right-click My Computer.

c.Select Properties.

A System Properties window appears.

d.Select General.

The General tab lists system, registration, and computer information.

2.Verify that Universal Serial Bus controllers appears in the Windows Device Manager. To open the Device Manager:

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Nortel Networks NN43119-101 manual USB Headset problems, Headset not functioning, Select Properties