Refurbished IP Phones: Quality and Affordability

March 21, 2018 by Youleidy Vega

Here at VoIP Supply, we strive to always stay on top of our customers’ needs and on top of the voice over IP market finding solutions and providing excellent service. Following this motto, we have become a leading VoIP hardware retailer in the United States and worldwide working with industry leading manufacturers. We also offer VoIP services in partnership with major service providers. One thing that sets us apart is our successful venture in our Refresh program in which we sell refurbished VoIP equipment to customers who are looking for a quality solution but that have a tight budget.

Refresh Manager Mike Rehac expressed his thoughts on the roots of Refresh by saying,

“Our “Refresh” line was created because we wanted to meet the need for a low-cost alternative to new equipment while differentiating ourselves from the used and crummy product offerings being by our competitors.”

Refresh equipment goes through a 10 step reconditioning process that includes examining the products we take in, upgrading those products to the latest firmware, setting to defaults so that the new user can configure the setting as they please, cleaning the products and repacking the products in new boxes and bubble wrap. The products come looking, working and smelling like new.

The great thing about Refresh is that all the products come with a six-month guarantee that can be extended to an additional six months for a small fee. Customers can have peace of mind knowing that if anything were to go wrong with the product(s) they would be taken care of.

Watch the video below to  learn more about the Refresh process!

Check out our featured Refresh picks of the month!

Polycom VVX 410

The Polycom VVX 410 supports 12 lines and has a 3.5” color LCD display with intuitive controls to applications.

This productivity-enhancing IP Phone allows you to set up meeting reminder, receive alerts and access the instant messaging/presence status right on the phone’s display.

Top features for the VVX 410

  • 3.5″ TFT (320 x 240)
  • 12 lines or speed dial keys
  • HD Voice up to 7KHz on all audio paths (Speaker, Handset, Headset)
  • 2 x Ethernet 10/100 or GigE (VVX410 )
  • Asian character support
  • Hard Keys: 12-key dial pad, home, speaker, mute, headset, volume, messages, hold, transfer
    4-way navigation cluster with center “select” key
  • Supports VVX Expansion Module and VVX Color Expansion Module (Expandability up to 3 modules)
  • Skype for Business and Office 365 Cloud PBX interoperability (order “Skype for Business Edition” codes ending in “-019”)

VVX 410 Datasheet

Polycom VVX 500

Polycom VVX 500 VoIP Phone

The Polycom VVX 500 is an IP Phone designed for managers and employees that need a tool that keeps up with their multitasking. The VVX 500 complements the user’s desktop computer by acting as an interface to the applications via its touch-screen display.

Top Features for the VVX 500:

  • 3.5” (9-cm) TFT (320 x 240)
  • Up to 12 line appearances
  • Immersive capacitive touch UI
  • Streaming media video playback
  • Video conferencing via external USB cam (coming post FCS)
  • Full Browser (Webkit)
  • HD Voice up to 14KHz on all audio paths (Speaker, Handset, Headset)
  • 2 x Ethernet 10/100/1000
  • 2 x USB 2.0 host
  • “Green” – low power
  • Hard Keys: 12-key keypad, home, speaker, mute, volume, headset
  • Supports expansion modules
  • Headset and Accessories: RJ9 wired headsets, Wireless connectivity via electronic hook-switch, read headset, Tech bulletin
  • USB-wired headsets
  • Wireless USB headsets

VVX 500 Datasheet

Yealink T42G

The Yealink T42G is a mid-level business phone that supports 12 lines and is equipped with productivity-enhancing features to help the user do more with less effort during the day.

Top T42G Features:

  • 12 Line Appearances
  • Dual-port Gigabit Ethernet
  • Yealink Optima HD Voice Supported
  • Up to 12 SIP accounts
  • Full-duplex hands-free speakerphone
  • No expansion module support
  • RJ9 Headset Port
  • 2.7″ 192×64-pixel backlit Graphical LCD
  • Wall mountable

T42G Datasheet

To learn more about Refresh or for questions or to inquire about selling your old VoIP equipment, contact Mike Rehac, Refresh Manager at [email protected]

Is The Polycom IP 7000 Phone Compatible with a Shortel Phone System?

Our tech support team at VoIP Supply offers great pre- and post-sales support plus provisioning, consultations, configuration, and installation help. We get a lot of VoIP hardware and software questions and would like to share the solutions with everyone.

In previous Mom’s calling Q&A series, we have discussed: What is my password for the Grandstream UCM? Today, we have more new real questions and answers from VoIP users just like you.  

Is the Polycom IP 7000 Phone Compatible with a Shortel Phone System?

Question: We have a Shortel Phone System and would like to know if the Polycom IP 7000 conference phone is compatible.

Answer: Yes! Shortel PBX will support 3rd party open SIP phones including the Polycom IP 7000 conference phone.

STAY TUNED

Come back for more VoIP questions and answers next time! If you have VoIP questions to ask us, please submit a technical support ticket or contact our VoIP experts today at (866) 582-8591

Sangoma FAXStation Frequently Asked Questions

The Sangoma FAXStation webinar was a blast! We appreciate the great interactions with our audience. We’d like to share the questions and answered that being discussed during the webinar with you.

Also, don’t forget to join our next Sangoma webinar: User Control Panel on April 5th, 2018!

Sangoma FAXStation Frequently Asked Questions

Question1: Can I port or spoof my Fax number to Sangoma’s FAXStation?

Answer: Yes, you absolutely can port numbers over, however, spoofing is not allowed. Click here to learn how the number porting works: https://wiki.sangoma.com/display/ST/Number+Porting

Question2: Is FAXStation just for the USA or can it accommodate international FAX DID’s? Can FAXs be sent to international numbers or just within the USA/ North America?

Answer: Canada is the only international country where we can accommodate DIDs and also the only place we can send international faxes.

Question3: How many FAXStation appliances can I have at one location?

Answer: As many as you have room for!

Question4: How many ports can FAXStation appliances handle?

Answer: 1-4 ports

Have more questions? Contact our VoIP expert, Brian Hyrek, at [email protected] or 716-531-4318!

Digium GA080: Simple, Intuitive, Easy-to-use Analog Gateways

March 15, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Are you searching for an analog gateway that simply works? Look no further! Digium’s new 8-port analog gateway series can be your perfect match!

The GA080 gateway series is available in 3 separate analog loop-start configurations to help you build the most powerful and intuitive VoIP phone system. The available models are:

 

Intuitive Point-and-click Graphical User Interface (GUI)

Digium’s analog gateways provide the best value for connecting disparate topologies of traditional telephony to SIP. The Asterisk-based VoIP gateway software is managed through Digium’s Graphical User Interface (GUI) to enable easy navigation and effortless setup. You will be able to get your VoIP system up and running in no time!

 

Cost-Effective, Robust Analog Gateways

The GA080 gateway series is built to last with no moving parts so the analog gateways can be deployed in the toughest environments. They provide proven reliability with just a fraction of the cost of other competing gateways on the market! The application program interface (API) and the easy setup process reduce your administration and troubleshooting costs whether you are a small business or a large enterprise.

That’s not all! Digium’s analog gateways have more robust features to offer at a competitive price. Explore more with the helpful datasheet and e-book!

Download Digium VoIP Gateway datasheet

Download Digium VoIP Gateway E-Book

Unique features:

  • Easy-to-navigate GUI
  • Intelligent call routing
  • Fax and modern support
  • No moving parts
  • Remote configuration and software download
  • Cost-effective
  • Low power consumption
  • Octasic DSP processor

“I have been representing the Digium brand here at VoIP Supply for over two years now and I have nothing but great things to say about the brand and products. ” They are a very responsive company and I give them two thumbs up and highly recommend trying out their products.” – Youleidy Vega, Senior Product Specialist at VoIP Supply

Have questions? Contact our VoIP experts at 1-800-398-8647 today to learn more about how your business can take advantage of Digium’s VoIP gateways!

Grandstream UCM Series Technical Training Recap – March 13th, 2018

March 14, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Yesterday’s Grandstream UCM Series webinar was a success! Our apologies if you were not able to join the webinar due to it being at our max guest capacity. But no worries, if you missed the webinar, or if you simply want to rewatch it, here is the webinar recording and the Q&A session for your convenience!

Grandstream UCM Series Technical Training Q&A

Question 1: can the UCM be connected to an existing PBX like a Panasonic ns 700 or nec sl-100 to used the feature from the UCM

Answer: Yes, you will need to use Grandstream FXO gateways model GXW4108. We have a white paper on our website

 

Question 2: How to connect a cellular line to the UCM? Is there a Grandstream device for that?

Answer: You will need a GSM gateway (non-Grandstream) and add it to your UCM as a VOIP trunk

 

Question 3: Does Grandstream Affinity need to be installed on a PC that is directly connected to the UCM on the same network, if so how does that affect security if someone compromises the PC?

Answer: Yes, Affinity is a Windows-based software that needs to be connected to a PC on the same LAN as the GXP phone. Only models GXP16xx and 21xx supports it. You need to secure your PC as you normally do on normal operations.

 

Question 4: UCM as Open VPN server?

Answer: No, only as a client

 

Question 5: Is there a way to have an extension that is outside the PBX on another Asterisk server via SIP URI?

Answer: SIP URI is not recommended for security reasons. If you are sure to use this feature you need to “Allow Guest Calls”. Look for this setting in Sip Settings.

 

Question 6: where would we go for Grandstream support and documentation?

Answer: You can find more information at Grandstream’s product page and our technical support center.

For more information on Grandstream’s UCM Series please visit the product page or contact Joe Shanahan at 716-531-4316.

VoIP Supply Celebrates Its 16th Anniversary with Dedicated Employees Behind the Website!

Buffalo, New York, March 14th, 2018 – VoIP Supply, a leading VoIP solutions provider in North America, celebrates its 16th year anniversary with over 30 dedicated employees.

In the past year, VoIP Supply continually builds strong relationships with our partners, customers, manufacturers, and dedicated employees. Today, VoIP Supply has been recognized as not just an efficient website where our customers fulfill their VoIP needs, but a place where they grow their business with our dedicated VoIP experts, customer service, technical support, dedicated employees and resources behind the website.

Read more to learn about the VoIP Supply team!

See what our employees have to say about working at VoIP Supply:

“One of the reasons why it is rewarding to work at VoIP Supply is because we are able to volunteer to help Non-profit organizations. It is nice to see the look on their faces because they know we care.” Josephine Taibbi, Customer Service Lead at VoIP Supply

“Working at VoIP Supply has been extremely rewarding for many reasons. The people, the culture, and the consistent opportunities to help customers create solutions and solve problems with VoIP makes it all worthwhile,” said Joe Shanahan Senior VoIP Consultant, “ Having the most dedicated and knowledgeable people in the industry working for VoIP Supply has brought us to the top, and the company-wide commitment to being the best will keep us there.”

About VoIP Supply

VoIP Supply, LLC (https://www.voipsupply.com) is your trusted source for everything VoIP; from our large selection of name-brand hardware to our CloudSpan Marketplace. VoIP Supply provides you with a fully staffed inbound call center with licensed, certified and highly trained VoIP experts that can help you with any problem you might have. Whether you are a home user, business, reseller or service provider, VoIP Supply has the products, experience and expertise to make your deployment a success.

VoIP Supply is a three-time Inc. 500/5000 honoree, listed by Business First as one of WNY’s Most Admired Companies, as well as being consistently ranked one of Western New York’s Best Places to Work. VoIP Supply is also the first Certified B Corporation in Western New York.Our dedicated Solution Specialists are here to help, so call us today at 1-800-398-8647 or visit our website at https://www.voipsupply.com

VoIP Supply: More Than Just a Website for Everything VoIP!

March 12, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

VoIP Supply has been a leading provider of VoIP hardware and services for over 16 years. Serving more than 125,000 customers worldwide, we are dedicated to delivering comprehensive and valuable VoIP solutions.

When talking about VoIP Supply, you may think of VoIP Supply as an efficient website where you place your VoIP orders; however, that is just a fraction of what the VoIP Supply team has to offer! We are more than just a website supplying you with all things VoIP, we are here to help you grow your business.  

VoIP Supply is More Than Just a Website for VoIP

 

  • VoIP Experts: We have the most experienced VoIP experts in the industry and the access to over 150 years of combined in-house VoIP experience. Take advantage of the free consultations with our VoIP experts at your convenience regarding your VoIP hardware and service needs.  
  • Reseller Partner Program: VoIP Supply’s Reseller Partner Program is a window where you can resell VoIP hardware and service through VoIP Supply with all the support you need. As a partner with VoIP Supply you’ll benefit from exclusive educational materials, top consultants in the industry, better margins, massive inventory with same day shipping and much more!
  • Fulfillment Service: By taking advantage of the services that we have to offer and the expertise we have in-house, you are able to focus on your core business rather than trying to get pallets and boxes shipped in and out of your offices.

Being more than a website is what makes us the best VoIP provider for your business in the industry. Visit our website today or give us a call at 1-800-398-8647 to learn more about the services we provide and the whole team behind the website!

Behind the URL: The Faces of VoIP Supply

March 9, 2018 by Erin Feeney


It is a wild, wild world out there on the web and there are loads of options for just about anything you need. From toys to TVs it’s all fun and games but if there is something you should take seriously it’s the tools you need for your business to be successful.

When purchasing things from a website you usually have no guarantees on who is behind that e-commerce site. Maybe you’re thinking why should you really care about this? Well, this is the person that you are giving your money to, in some cases it could be thousands of dollars and who you are entrusting to handle the new hardware that you are purchasing to help your business grow to the top of its potential. Nevermind if they even have the knowledge, support, and space to ensure that the appliance you are buying really is the best fit for your business.

I say ”usually” because VoIP Supply is the outlier in this. You know who is behind this site, on our phones and writing this article (hi guys!). From Joe and Hazel who are there to help you with any issues that may arise to Brian, Jon, Don, Joe, Jesse, and Darren who are sitting over to my right currently helping customers make sure that they are getting products that are the perfect fit for their business and wallet.

I wanted to take this opportunity to let my AMAZING coworkers work-family introduce their departments and passion to you.

Sales

“While some companies may have sales guys who look a bit more like this;

Note his confused expression and questionable attire.

We are lucky enough to have a team of VoIP Experts who look more like this…

With over 40 years combined experience, we are proud to offer the opportunity to share best practices on end-user deals and help VoIP Resellers grow their business. Our team truly has a different approach to “sales” whereas to not push boxes around but provide valuable relationships based on dependability, solution architecture, and pure excitement about your projects.

How is this so? Well…we give a damn.

Meaning, we understand very well what it takes to help our customers succeed. We understand that product knowledge is imperative. We understand that a sense of urgency to your needs is absolute. We understand that a team that loves what they do, will love helping you!

At VoIP Supply, we put our sales force through an extensive Sales and Product training program right from the start, and we continually challenge them to expand their capabilities. A continual educational process ensures that our team stays at the front of VoIP Technology, just where you need them to be.

Please, call and get to know our team and help take your solutions or VoIP Company from good to great with the knowledge of our team!

– Your VoIP Experts”

Customer Service

While many companies may find themselves utilizing call center with high turnover rates and unenthused employees (see below)

That is not the case with VoIP Supply. We have dedicated team that goes above and beyond to ensure that you are satisfied with your products and services.

“I love working with people and that is an important part of what we do here. We are not just a website where you buy something and hope for the best. We are an entire solution to all of your VoIP needs! From calling with questions or needing help in a stitch my team is here to get you on the right path to your perfect solution. So give us a call and experience what it feels like when a company genuinely cares about their customers!

Warmly,

– JoJo, Customer Experience Supervisor”

Tech Support

Hey, we have all had issues with technology at some point in our lives. I am sure of that. Another thing I am sure of is we have all came across the tech support guy who drops the quintessential line “Have you tried turning it on and off again?” YES. To be followed by “Have you tried unplugging it and plugging it back in?” YES.

Insert deafening silence here because it turns out that is all this guy was trained on… Oops.

Not the case here. You have an issue? WE will help you find that solution.

“The VoIP industry is expansive and has a lot of different elements from hardware to software. That means there are a lot of pieces that can go wrong. We are here to help with those disconnects. From solving problems to preventing them through provisioning my team is available to help you every step of the way. We are always training with your favorite brands on their newest products to ensure that our knowledge is up to date. Joe is my name and tech support is my game! So let me and my team help you.

– Joe P., Senior Technical Support

Management Team

I feel like everyone has at least one example in their mind of manager that just plain sucked (I know I do). From ego to anger we all have had that boss that made our jobs and lives difficult. A poor leader creates the foundation for a poor performing team.

Here at VoIP Supply, we don’t have any room for managers that are “all hat and no cattle” (Note size of above hat and obvious lack of cows). They understand that talk can be cheap and real substance comes from actions. The management team here comes from a place of support, crystal-clear communication and genuine care about their teams and the company as a whole. But don’t take it from me, I will let them speak for themselves!

“VoIP Supply’s mission is to deliver complete VoIP solutions that hold superior value to a worldwide marketplace through remarkable customer experiences and long-lasting relationships with employees, customers, partners and our community.  As technologies have changed, we have helped millions of people communicate better and shaped the success of their businesses. Our core values and culture is the heart of our management approach, it reaches throughout the organization and enables us to be out in front in our marketplace.”

– Paula Griffo, CEO

With all of this spirit and these amazing people behind VoIP Supply, it’s no wonder that we have achieved such a level of success. We have so much passion we can’t help but pass it along to our customers and their businesses. From clicking through our website, talking to our sales guys, working through problems and getting packages from our warehouse to your door, there is a personal VoIP Supply touch that takes place every step of the way. But hey, you don’t have to take my word for it… come experience VoIP Supply for yourself!

Sangoma Released New PBX Feature: Vega Management Module

March 8, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Are you using or selling Sangoma’s FreePBX or PBXact phone systems? You will want to check this out!

Sangoma Technology recently announced the new release of Vega Management Module, a new PBX module designed to manage and monitor Vega gateways within the FreePBX and PBXact phone systems. Let’s find out what the buzz is all about!

 

What is Vega Management Module?

The Vega Management Module is a free-of-charge module, designed to help FreePBX/ PBXact customers manage and monitor their Vega gateways associated with their phone systems.

 

What Features are included?

The module is accessible just like any other module within the FreePBX webGUI, offering the following features:

  • Dashboard overview
  • Gateway Status
  • Configuration management
  • Firmware management

 

Where Can I Find It?

The module is accessible within the FreePBX webGUI like any other PBX module. Currently, the Vega Gateway Management Module is available to customers as a public Beta for FreePBX 14 systems.

It is not compatible with FreePBX 13 and below, but customers can easily upgrade their systems using the FreePBX 13 to 14 upgrade instructions . The Vega Management Module will be officially released for FreePBX 14 by the end of March 2018, then available to PBXact customers in April, 2018. See installation and configuration instructions here!

The Module currently supports the following Vega Gateways:

  • Vega 60G FXS/FXO, 3000G, 3050G Analog Gateways
  • Vega 100G/200G/400G E1/T1 Digital Gateways

Questions about Sangoma’s new module or the FreePBX/ PBXact phone systems? Give us a call at 1-800-398-8647 or utilize the comment box below to share your thoughts with us!

What is my password for the Grandstream UCM?

March 7, 2018 by Ying-Hui Chen

Our tech support team at VoIP Supply offers great pre- and post-sales support plus provisioning, consultations, configuration, and installation help. We get a lot of VoIP hardware and software questions and would like to share the solutions with everyone.

In previous Mom’s calling Q&A series, we have discussed: 6 Simple Ways to Fix your VoIP Audio Quality Issues. Today, we have more new real questions and answers from VoIP users just like you.

 

What is my password for the Grandstream UCM?

Q: What is my admin password for Grandstream UCM?

A: The newer devices will have a sticker on the bottom showing the admin password to log in. This is a good security measure because most of all devices factory set to “admin/admin”, which can be hacked easily.

If the “admin/admin” password isn’t working, then there should be a sticker on that device. If you have forgotten the password, it can be e-mailed to you if you have set this up in the UCM’s wizard. If in fact, you did not set this in the wizard, then you will need to factory reset the device, because there is NO way around this to retrieve their password. The CX will need to start from scratch.

 

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Come back for more VoIP questions and answers next time! If you have VoIP questions to ask us, please submit a technical support ticket or contact our VoIP experts today at (866) 582-8591

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