tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-10577633811760780012024-02-21T05:04:28.861-08:00Communications Server 14 NewsRobert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-17124754381521559022011-03-24T00:37:00.000-07:002011-03-24T00:46:21.789-07:00All new Silverlight based 3CX MyPhone<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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Furthermore, while it is web-based it can be run as a desktop app. <br /><br /><a href="http://www.3cx.com/blog/releases/3cx-phone-system-v10-beta/">3CX MyPhone </a>replaces the old 3CX MyPhone and the 3CX Assistant for the award winning 3CX phone system for Windows. <br /><br />There will now be many features to look forward to including PnP support for phones such as the Google Android, the iPhone and Yealink phones.<br /><br />There is also complete G722 support but it requires a phone that is G722 capable. <br />Version 10 is however still a BETA with some imitations. 3CX customers should note that the provisioning port has changed to port 5000 - “http://IPADDRESSSERVER:5000/provisioning”.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-49012788908278369222010-09-14T22:39:00.000-07:002010-09-14T22:53:09.459-07:00Early Queue for Lync 2010 Communications Server<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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And at least 20,000 seats will be active before the final product launches." <br /><br />The product is at its final stage of testing with a Release Candidate now available for <a href="http://technet.microsoft.com/en-gb/evalcenter/ff808407.aspx">download</a>. <br /><br />Kirk Gregersen, senior director for Microsoft OC, said: "Lync 2010, previously known as Communications Server "14", will unify enterprise voice and allow instant messaging as well as video, web and audio conferencing all within the same back-end infrastructure."<br /><br />Recently Microsoft has partnered with <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">unified communications</a> vendor Polycom, to offer VoIP and IP-based solutions as an alternative to PBX-style voice communications.<br /><br />Microsoft will ship the final release of Lync Communications Server 2010 by the end of the year. They are renaming many of their products:<br /><br />- Office Communications Online is now Lync Online<br />- Microsoft Office Communicator 2007 R2 is now Microsoft Lync 2010<br />- Office Communicator Web Access is now Lync Web App.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-52526828000271256772010-09-14T01:15:00.000-07:002010-09-14T01:41:11.170-07:00Communications Server becomes Microsoft Lync<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiWSctr7hKwazrdgINkLNFFy7C634dNT_GymII1W73pORrpHTqa3djaD1CqtGfrI35Vx-VnVdqeYivBhpe3aHrXlYr1JMhWg5D9Li8Vv1qjWHy5SX62l4sQ5UVXUsHawKWs7R9Rif5Ibo/s1600/Communications-server-Microsoft-lync.bmp"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 257px; height: 105px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiWSctr7hKwazrdgINkLNFFy7C634dNT_GymII1W73pORrpHTqa3djaD1CqtGfrI35Vx-VnVdqeYivBhpe3aHrXlYr1JMhWg5D9Li8Vv1qjWHy5SX62l4sQ5UVXUsHawKWs7R9Rif5Ibo/s320/Communications-server-Microsoft-lync.bmp" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516685478918497266" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />Right time for me to eat humble pie, my <a href="http://www.communicationsserver.com/2010/09/microsoft-communications-server-14.html">previous post</a> about Communications Server "14" remaining nameless is wide of the mark. <br /><br />Now I know that one of the beauties of blogging is that I could just change it or add an update. But I have decided to own my mistake - I feel it is only appropriate given the confusion that has surrounded CS14. <br /><br />So we have Microsoft Lync 2010 and all of its benefits of IM, <a href="http://www.3cx.com">Enterprise voice</a>, meeting capabilities and presence. The name Lync is meant to be a synergy of 'Link' and 'Sync' which reflects its ability to connect people in any way and from anywhere.<br /><br />I just talked to an industry expert and he told me that this was an attempt by Microsoft to get back to the top of the tree as far as OS office and associated products are concerned. <br /><br />He felt that the arrival of Communications Server is a return to the days of having fully reliable Microsoft products that do exactly what they say on the tin. <br />Many people in big business has been forced to drift away from MS products and then lose time and money learning how to use them.<br /><br />And yes he believed that office workers will be weaned off expensive and time-consuming conferences now that web, audio and video-conferencing will be so easy.<br /><br />There is more information about Microsoft Lync 2010 and how to download the release candidate <a href="http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/en/details.aspx?FamilyID=bcd64040-40c4-4714-9e68-c649785cc43a">here</a>.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-40835580928722181852010-09-13T23:38:00.000-07:002010-09-13T23:50:46.730-07:00Communications Server Cancels Meeting<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />I saw this <a href="http://www.bpossibility.com/2010/09/12/new-capabilities-of-office-communications-online/">post </a> recently which suggested that Communications Server by Microsoft would bring about the end of the face-to-face meeting as we know it. <br /><br />Because it acts as a unified conferencing client which can deliver perfect audio, <a href="http://www.3cx.com/blog/releases/free-voip-phone-android/">VoIP </a>and video quality as well as presence information, many people are excited about the release of communications server. <br /><br />It is the ultimate <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">unified communications </a>product can coexist with Office Communications Server and route all of your communications to one inbox. <br /><br />There is a single number for Office Communicator and your mobile phone, Instant Messaging with Windows Live, Integration with third party PSTN audio conferencing services and common call controls such as Unified voicemail.<br /><br />But I would be interested to see if anyone thinks that communications server will mean that meetings are no longer necessary?Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-36977612542760753452010-09-13T01:10:00.000-07:002010-09-13T01:38:44.143-07:00Communications Server Keeps Donald Duck Waiting<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_NWA6-mtXsxGKVrlSxqhoXPMVOUXlS4rShJj8mkXhw7Js9I8kzavL-1TgyUqoGikIW7Kq74vMZh4dYiZ0qlGHh5tQfVuT_eV7aemwmJ8tmXFDlyIMqQsvVAq_a3TmO0gECFEAVa97lQQ/s1600/commsserver.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 220px; height: 220px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_NWA6-mtXsxGKVrlSxqhoXPMVOUXlS4rShJj8mkXhw7Js9I8kzavL-1TgyUqoGikIW7Kq74vMZh4dYiZ0qlGHh5tQfVuT_eV7aemwmJ8tmXFDlyIMqQsvVAq_a3TmO0gECFEAVa97lQQ/s320/commsserver.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516309859992380210" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br /><br />This morning I had a look at one of my favourite Communications Server<a href="http://voipnorm.blogspot.com/2010/09/communications-server-14-web.html"> sites</a> by Chris Norman to find a very handy guide to web conferencing straight from your browser with Communications Server "14".<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVKUdk7E8l6gZWS93SdMNpbhUozg9uvpddUGc1rjricxs9Rf8t_ygAJvuCSAlDkThZ_EcM-pFdtXS4kbCpxIN1VYEcRIBJx-i9SomzXh5yVSNYq_LcsvlMNEIM-Pbj8XlAsjk6UjwmW0Q/s1600/communications-server.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 244px; height: 208px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVKUdk7E8l6gZWS93SdMNpbhUozg9uvpddUGc1rjricxs9Rf8t_ygAJvuCSAlDkThZ_EcM-pFdtXS4kbCpxIN1VYEcRIBJx-i9SomzXh5yVSNYq_LcsvlMNEIM-Pbj8XlAsjk6UjwmW0Q/s320/communications-server.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516309236299124082" /></a><br /><br />The picture above shows how you can have someone waiting (in this case Donald Duck - I bet he's getting mad) but ready to join a meeting even if they are not an administrator. This is known as lobby functionality and it gives you complete control over your <a href="http://www.3cx.com">web conferencing</a>. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFA7rzkNsblg1NQO3l1eBbY4rdj4ceL1hGfVoswZ5rJvujUDbH6DO9HlKkI4fi3V2FfDgXw6ShHOEvFMgIt1nNHBs4nORcO8Gd5VEp8wW9TrNMOIBKkbaySeA2WgFkSKKbNNdGFIPdUiY/s1600/communications-server-14.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 244px; height: 231px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFA7rzkNsblg1NQO3l1eBbY4rdj4ceL1hGfVoswZ5rJvujUDbH6DO9HlKkI4fi3V2FfDgXw6ShHOEvFMgIt1nNHBs4nORcO8Gd5VEp8wW9TrNMOIBKkbaySeA2WgFkSKKbNNdGFIPdUiY/s320/communications-server-14.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516310990224630466" /></a><br /><br />Now DD is in the conversation, though it is always hard to understand a duck, even with crystal clear audio and video. Notice all the nice options on the right hand side for sharing Powerpoint presentations and more. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ3jqpHt64PIhMHgQTDaekPMQ6AQxIQqNcRNF_zf0xpDG_TbdtNvZRH-shPyZqEKeAIXv5TH5tB9QWWY5UZVX43rdvEz73YqseaYhyphenhyphenYZQoqd-aY_JIV66ZOt_yDVbOG1JusAfmnYFGzWc/s1600/share.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 244px; height: 205px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ3jqpHt64PIhMHgQTDaekPMQ6AQxIQqNcRNF_zf0xpDG_TbdtNvZRH-shPyZqEKeAIXv5TH5tB9QWWY5UZVX43rdvEz73YqseaYhyphenhyphenYZQoqd-aY_JIV66ZOt_yDVbOG1JusAfmnYFGzWc/s320/share.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516314452407024482" /></a><br /><br />The web conferencing is taken one step further in this shot as Chris is actually sharing his screen with DD, as evidenced by the arrow. <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZIfRUq6eG6XNPJdt3xF6OPVu2BHTd23ejcifHptnHC0Urxr60Nh8_1-lDPTO3JloThgD7tqjvMqczi6FrFZabljbebcXPQSQ05tRKOfmcFhdvW2dqQ1uX6W-hVZQFANo3Mv8EqjfpoSY/s1600/CS14.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 203px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZIfRUq6eG6XNPJdt3xF6OPVu2BHTd23ejcifHptnHC0Urxr60Nh8_1-lDPTO3JloThgD7tqjvMqczi6FrFZabljbebcXPQSQ05tRKOfmcFhdvW2dqQ1uX6W-hVZQFANo3Mv8EqjfpoSY/s320/CS14.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5516312343274178050" /></a><br /><br />Finally DD is opening firefox to check out audio meeting options. Fantastic stuff VoIPNorm!Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-6430391015417703462010-09-11T02:38:00.000-07:002010-09-11T03:08:36.045-07:00Microsoft Communications Server "14" Remains Nameless<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ3EnZlb1-Zcqw6tzyvvSXAangCwohznoAQd5BOgre7Nvzx8Ch-duJ-0pBzbcQlK8W3YfGEs4CY8aDGzpyOB_21vd38n6ZaZa1MjlDz3LsxBltsb_8MlYHHBLw6WQGf5u9h5pQ1oNBOkc/s1600/microsoft-CS14-logo.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 136px; height: 42px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ3EnZlb1-Zcqw6tzyvvSXAangCwohznoAQd5BOgre7Nvzx8Ch-duJ-0pBzbcQlK8W3YfGEs4CY8aDGzpyOB_21vd38n6ZaZa1MjlDz3LsxBltsb_8MlYHHBLw6WQGf5u9h5pQ1oNBOkc/s320/microsoft-CS14-logo.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515595728668585250" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br /><br />The speculation as to what the eventual name of Microsoft Communications Server "14" might be has refused to go away. <br />A blog <a href="http://blog.tmcnet.com/blog/tom-keating/microsoft/microsoft-lync-2010---new-product-or-new-ocs-name.asp">post </a> by TMCNet got excited about Microsoft Lync 2010. Could that be the new name for Communications Server "14"? <br /><br />Although it is very similar to Communications Server "14", Microsoft Lync is the new web-based attendee meeting application which works from a browser to compliment your full Windows-based Communicator app. The obvious benefits of this are that you can host your own meetings because it acts as a client for online conferences.<br /><br />Installing this application also allows non administrators to enter the conversation using communication tools such as audio <a href="http://www.3cx.com">VoIP</a>, instant messaging and video. <br /><br />Like Microsoft Communications Server "14" it also offers collaboration tools such as screen sharing, application sharing, attachments and PowerPoint presentations for multiple users.<br /><br />But there is a new set of videos released to preview Communications Server "14":<br /><br /><a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Instant-Messenger-and-Presence/">IM and Presence </a> for CS 14<br /><br /><a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Conferencing-AudioVideoWeb/">Conferencing</a> for CS14<br /><br /><a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Whats-new-in-OCS-14-Enterprise-Voice/">Enterprise Voice</a> for CS14<br /><br /><a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Whats-new-in-OCS-14-Client-Extensibility/">Platform Extensibility</a> for CS14<br /><br /><a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Whats-new-in-OCS-14-High-Definition/">High Definition</a> for CS14<br /><br /><a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Whats-new-in-OCS-14-Client-Extensibility/">Client Extensibility</a> for CS14Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-53028484696202847542010-09-09T22:35:00.000-07:002010-09-09T22:51:26.379-07:00Sangoma Compatible with Communications Server "14"<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgai9-LQWm47f0CfFsR2fYik7E-NGs6BhXdTFqRH0UzWAtArp5klTu5YPejcf-vQkKm_RbKJZN9tuEASF3SY8iMkauiBFMTC6oAclvjhQMsYoJffgtOP3US9Q3cOJzeVBJA36JL5Zw0zTk/s1600/CS-14.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 160px; height: 53px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgai9-LQWm47f0CfFsR2fYik7E-NGs6BhXdTFqRH0UzWAtArp5klTu5YPejcf-vQkKm_RbKJZN9tuEASF3SY8iMkauiBFMTC6oAclvjhQMsYoJffgtOP3US9Q3cOJzeVBJA36JL5Zw0zTk/s320/CS-14.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5515158180804663202" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br /><br />Sangoma Technologies has released the NetBorder Express <a href="http://www.3cx.com/blog/releases/free-voip-phone-android/">VoIP </a>Gateway 3.0. <br /><br />NetBorder is a <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">unified communications</a> solution for Windows products such as Communications Server "14", and Office Communications Server.<br /><br />It allows connection with software-based PBXs and also acts as a VoIP and SIP Gateway solution. Developers can use NetBorder gateways to enable SIP-based applications such as IVRs, conferencing servers and IP-PBX.<br /><br />NetBorder resides in the same server as the <a href="http://www.3cx.com/blog/releases/free-voip-phone-android/">PBX system</a> so it can be integrated with other telecom apps.<br /><br />Frederic Dickey, Sangoma's director of Marketing, said: "The NetBorder Express Gateway 3.0 combines a high level of integration and functionality yet is easy to manage. It displays our commitment to developing solutions for the IP-PBX industry and meeting the needs of customers."<br /><br />New features <br /><br />Transport Layer Security (TLS) <br />Secure Real-Time Transport (SRTP) <br />Management Information Bases (MIB)<br />Foreign Exchange Station (FXS) <br />Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-34083834732697463202010-09-05T00:48:00.000-07:002010-09-05T01:08:28.149-07:00Communications Server "14" Site Resiliency<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />I just read this useful <a href="http://www.messagingtalk.org/what%E2%80%99s-new-in-communications-server03914-voice">blog</a> about how Communications Server "14" provides Site Resiliency. The new component means you can protect against site failures and offer multiple user locations. <br /><br /> - Small or medium sized remote offices where a Survivable Branch Appliance is installed are defined as a Branch Site. For these clients there is another pool in a central site in the event that the SBA fails. However, the SBA is simply a Registrar and not a full pool<br /><br /> - Main offices and data centers with full Communications Server "14" deployments are defined as a Central Site.<br /><br />Each Enterprise <a href="http://www.3cx.com">VoIP </a>enabled user is associated with a primary site and secondary backup site. This is done automatically or by registering with the primary site.<br /><br />Meanwhile the Registrar service handles Communicator connections and end-point login to Communications Server "14". The Registrar is found in the Frond-End server role. <br /><br />In the event that the primary host is unreachable, then Communications Server "14" end-points can perform automatic SRV lookup and leverage multiple responses. This gives clients the ability to look for services on another host. <br /><br />The feature provides highly-available services to users with the back-up of disaster recovery protection or a secondary pool in the same site.<br /><br />In the event of a major failure such as as WAN outage, users will remain signed in to their Communicator client. <br />But they can only access Enterprise Voice features and peer-to-peer communications between users in the office that is affected by the outage.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-59252184139791149472010-08-31T22:36:00.000-07:002010-08-31T23:23:06.428-07:00Communications Server “14″ set for Bing Translate<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9A-6tf1I2OJ5OlO3q1fmI9aHNUIvWP-fJTNxJqDGy7or1wNdIWhqA-nT312XmasuloajhxZGw23G29e7zdyRZbdPBCVWD1HsTH1E42AYcKO61jxfkDtdipjchf9QbGV4NQaf8v3rNrcg/s1600/Communications-Server-14.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 160px; height: 160px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9A-6tf1I2OJ5OlO3q1fmI9aHNUIvWP-fJTNxJqDGy7or1wNdIWhqA-nT312XmasuloajhxZGw23G29e7zdyRZbdPBCVWD1HsTH1E42AYcKO61jxfkDtdipjchf9QbGV4NQaf8v3rNrcg/s320/Communications-Server-14.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5511826661531178658" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br /><br />An app is now available which allows you to use the Communications Server “14″ platform with Bing Translate. Using the Bing search engine you can translate web pages and other web based info from one language into another. <br /><br />You can also have instant messaging conversations in more than 30 different languages. Therefore this app is ideal for Microsoft Communications Server “14″ as it ties into the whole aim of the product by helping to facilitate collaboration. For global commpanies this is a huge benefit, and even small to medium sized entreprises will be able to operate on a multinational basis thanks to this technology. Translate for Communications Server “14″ will allow them to venture into international markets with confidence.<br /><br />It could also be used for Multi language helpdesk to enable website support. That means that customers of all nationalities can be dealt with on a cost effective basis. This applies to emergency services calls as well so problems can be addressed quickly and efficiently. <br /><br />All in all Communications Server “14″ is delivering a <a href="http://www.3cx.com">unified communications </a> experience which streamlines business across borders and the Bing app will further improve this service.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-86445434173347303862010-08-25T06:49:00.000-07:002010-08-25T07:00:37.836-07:00Meeting Microsoft Communications Server "14"<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />Among the most anticipated features of Microsoft communications server "14" are the web conferencing/online meeting capabilities. <br /><br />With that in mind here is a well presented and easy to understand (if a little dull) video on how to deploy your meeting settings with advice on migration for various attendees and users. <br /><br />This is all part of the 'connect and collaborate' aspects of communications server "14" which involves finding the right people at the right time. <br /><br /><object width="480" height="385"><param name="communications server 14" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/17BoXlLQWNU?fs=1&hl=en_GB"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/17BoXlLQWNU?fs=1&hl=en_GB" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="480" height="385"></embed></object><br /><br />I also notice that communications server "14" is now mainly being referred to as office communicator 2010. It is definitely the most exciting <a href="www.3cx.com">Unified Communications </a>product to be released on the market.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-62657136824501359762010-08-23T22:22:00.000-07:002010-08-23T22:51:39.591-07:00Microsoft Communications Server "14" Compatability<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9_RTd_Di9Proyf17cY_yaJtR5CsiNnIT768wNlkcvMAdWoSNTaeLnIo3l3LX5NrchJIty2uIv_yBpFRm7zCx9yX47Z5yfZFnSaxX69YWxNGbKhMSfjghEzVfblMmk1vCd70psf9OCCjI/s1600/Communications-Server-14.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 248px; height: 203px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9_RTd_Di9Proyf17cY_yaJtR5CsiNnIT768wNlkcvMAdWoSNTaeLnIo3l3LX5NrchJIty2uIv_yBpFRm7zCx9yX47Z5yfZFnSaxX69YWxNGbKhMSfjghEzVfblMmk1vCd70psf9OCCjI/s320/Communications-Server-14.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5508849928418163346" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br /><br />I noticed an interesting forum in Microsoft technet <a href="http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/ocsinterop/thread/6c144abe-e5f7-4473-9301-026866371474"></a> about the compatibility of Communications Server "14".<br /><br />User <a href="http://social.technet.microsoft.com/profile/toreven/?type=forum&referrer=http://social.technet.microsoft.com/Forums/en-US/ocsinterop/thread/6c144abe-e5f7-4473-9301-026866371474">Toreven </a>said that his organisation was currently running Live Communications Server 2003, but wanted to know if it was possible to migrate or coexist with Communications Server "14" as a pilot with designated users.<br /><br />However <a href="http://HowDoUC.blogspot.com">Tim Harrington </a> at Catapult Systems told him this would not be possible. <br />He wrote: "You will need to be at OCS 2007 or OCS 2007 R2 to coexist with Communications Server "14". Not even LCS 2003 will coexist with OCS 2007, you need at least LCS 2005 SP1."<br /><br />This exchange highlights the problems for people who want to change their office solutions to Communications Server "14", how to install it and how to phase it into the work environment. The product will be released in the next couple of months.<br /><br />The Microsoft forum has answers to these questions and many more.<br /><br />Communications Server "14" provides presence, <a href="http://www.3cx.co.uk">VoIP</a>, skills search and many other amazing features to the office environment to make collaboration and remote work that much easier.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-37209233666021740962010-08-23T05:55:00.000-07:002010-08-23T05:59:08.410-07:00Microsoft Communications Server “14” Momentum<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />Customer event support is now available for those who are excited about Microsoft Communications Server “14”. I presume this is everyone?<br />You can start coversing with people about the benefits of Microsoft Communications Server “14”, and even any drawbacks you think it might have. <br />Just use the Launch in a Box (LIAB) kit, which can be downloaded <a href="https://partner.microsoft.com/global/40146669">here</a>. Check in regularly for more info about Microsoft Communications Server “14”.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-4034040591815419412010-08-21T06:42:00.000-07:002010-08-21T07:34:46.264-07:00Microsoft Communications Server "14" Call Attendant<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP9cP2ZJ60Xttod3TmgJZ7qtoJWyEuXfsdUQ2R2CjhrGTYaSB13c6wRbNNPxQsuc3RqN9MUPaeC6O5xtL1lmc8pdRIRINQV-rUMvv9VyPuQdxvM4UwgjKCFEGoCMNfS8JFWYEOKSix2bU/s1600/Microsoft+Communications+Server+14.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 210px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP9cP2ZJ60Xttod3TmgJZ7qtoJWyEuXfsdUQ2R2CjhrGTYaSB13c6wRbNNPxQsuc3RqN9MUPaeC6O5xtL1lmc8pdRIRINQV-rUMvv9VyPuQdxvM4UwgjKCFEGoCMNfS8JFWYEOKSix2bU/s320/Microsoft+Communications+Server+14.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5507869891017891234" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />The automisation of industries is certainly a problem as far as job creation is concerned. With <em>Microsoft Communications Server "14" Call Attendant</em>, receptionists could become a thing of the past.<br /><br />This product combines the best aspects of Microsoft Communications Server "14", such as finding the right contact skill-set within a company and routing calls to them.<br /><br />Furthermore it:<br /><br />Can prioritize calls for you by working out which have been waiting the longest and also flagging up repeat callers so they can get urgent attention. Call-routing is done with <a href="http://www.3cx.com/blog/releases/3cx-version-9-service-pack-1/">presence</a> technology on Microsoft Communications Server "14".<br /><br />As well as conversation queues, directory search and contact lists all come up on a full screen unified interface. Meanwhile all your contact history is kept in organised folders. <br /><br />Everything is on one-click for ease-of-use and you can communicate without having to copy or paste addresses and Instant Messaging details.<br /><br />Conference calls could not be simpler with the ability to save multiple contacts into a conference template and drag-and-drop conference setup. <br /><br />All these features may spell the end of receptionists as we know them, though arguably people will always prefer a human touch/voice.<br />Besides someone is needed to make sure that the Microsoft Communications Server "14" Call Attendant runs smoothly!Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-73738741226380297512010-08-19T22:32:00.000-07:002010-08-20T22:13:51.055-07:00prairieFyre Center for Microsoft Communications Server "14"<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />prairieFyre has just released a new Contact Center for Microsoft Communications Server which will also support Microsoft Communications Server "14" when the product is released. <br />Malcolm Teasdale, the Executive VP for prairieFyre Software, said: “We expect Microsoft’s leadership in unified communications to be a major factor in transforming the enterprise voice market."<br />In a press release about the product <a href="http://www.marketwatch.com/story/prairiefyre-software-announces-the-release-of-prairiefyre-contact-center-for-microsoft-communications-server-2007-r2-2010-08-18">Marketwatch</a> said it will provide <a href="http://www.3cx.com">VoIP</a> and <a href="http://www.Unified-communications.org.uk">Unified Communications</a> capabilities for all of your call centre solution needs.<br />"Microsoft UC applications enable real-time collaboration and information flows by combining presence-aware <a href="http://www.3cx.com">telephony</a>, conferencing and messaging in an easy-to-use interface. The prairieFyre Contact Center leverages and combines these capabilities with a full-featured Automatic Call Distributor (ACD), enabling agents to provide superior customer service through instant access to experts, support teams, and enterprise business intelligence."<br />Meanwhile the Only Software <a href="http://onlysoftwareblog.com/">blog</a> stated: "With its broad functionality and modular design, prairieFyre Contact Center for Microsoft Communication Server "14" can be tailored to fit any size of business."Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-67322805367448660642010-08-15T23:49:00.000-07:002010-08-16T00:02:59.281-07:00Deploying SIP trunking for Communications Server “14”<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />Microsoft Office has released details on deploying <a href="http://www.3cx.com">SIP</a> trunking between Communications Server “14” and Service Provider SBCs using Acme Packet SBCs.<br /><br />Microsoft Communications Server “14” allows you to connect to Internet telephony service providers (ITSP) using an IP-based <a href="http://www.3cx.com">SIP</a> trunk. This makes it easier to extend enterprise telephony outside of network borders while reducing costs. Acme Packet Net-Net Session Director (Net-Net SD) Session Border Controllers (SBCs) are vital for SIP Trunking as they are used by many ITSPs as part of their SIP trunking infrastructure. <br /><br />You can read the full <a href="http://www.newm2.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=3ec8a7cb-488c-4ea3-bba1-c00d59295f9c">guide</a> on how to configure SIP trunking between Communications Server “14” and Acme Packet SBCs.<br /><br />The guide is intended for telecommunications engineers in order that they can configure the Communications Server “14” Mediation Server and the Net-Net SD SBC. It explains Acme Packet Command Line Interface (ACLI), TCP/UDP, IP/Routing, and SIP/RTP.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-50729300772571130932010-08-09T22:45:00.000-07:002010-08-09T23:05:38.099-07:00Polycom teams with Microsoft to bring Communications Server "14"<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX4HOmlxC-p8nRlK-Ov2lzgb4QYjhqVLz5hCI6CFISEnxfsmt74MN7qB5CCfN0IFno6NbP3fg7oEVQs1ircYhgXmwuDb-RlN0k1LYANH6rJBEouJq3DT0SIP1nZ3GR5-gfgTJ5iDddUIA/s1600/communications-server-14-polycom.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 80px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiX4HOmlxC-p8nRlK-Ov2lzgb4QYjhqVLz5hCI6CFISEnxfsmt74MN7qB5CCfN0IFno6NbP3fg7oEVQs1ircYhgXmwuDb-RlN0k1LYANH6rJBEouJq3DT0SIP1nZ3GR5-gfgTJ5iDddUIA/s320/communications-server-14-polycom.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5503657344282338338" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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Communications Server "14" is a powerful presence and collaboration office tool which includes elements such as <a href="http://www.3cx.com">VoIP</a>, skills search and the ability to allow workers to operate remotely. <br /><br />Polycom is set to develop systems for Microsoft Communications Server "14" for the foreseeable future in a multi-year contract. <br />ZDNet <a href="http://www.zdnet.com/blog/btl/polycom-microsoft-forge-unified-communications-pact/37806">reported</a> that the deal would be good for Polycom: "As one of the last independent video conferencing companies, the Microsoft partnership gives the company marketing heft in the battle with Cisco/Tandberg."<br />ZDnet also listed the outcomes of the partnership -<br /><br />•Polycom will develop UC systems for Microsoft Communications Server 14 and beyond.<br />•Polycom CX systems will be optimized for Microsoft UC.<br />•Room-based systems from Polycom will be able to integrate with Microsoft Communications Server "14".<br />•The two parties will work on other interoperable systems.<br />•Polycom and Microsoft will partner on sales and training, marketing, channel partners and demonstrations.<br /><br />Meanwhile <a href="http://vartips.com/telecom-equipment/polycom/polycom-new-strategic-relationship-with-microsoft-1403.html">Telcom News</a> talked about the cost saving benefits of the partnership. Not only will the deal improve customers’ business productivity, but: "under the agreement, Polycom plans to develop and market standards-based UC solutions to span the enterprise, SMB, and government markets. It will encompass hardware, software, networking and services, and will enable customers to reduce telecom, travel and IT operating costs." The site also has a video interview between Gurdeep Singh Pall, corporate vice president of Unified Communication at Microsoft and Andrew Miller, Polycom president and CEO.<br /><br />Research by the companies shows that 70% of the comapnies which are considering UC are thinking of using Microsoft Communications Server "14".Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-9705925775523559022010-08-01T02:42:00.000-07:002010-08-01T03:13:46.035-07:00Guide to the beta refresh version of Communications Server "14"<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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While there are too many to mention them all here are a few of the important ones. <br /><br />There are new Cmdlets:<br /><br />- New presence policy cmdlets to manage your subscribers. <br /><br />- New audio conferencing provider cmdlets to assign and unassign audio conferencing providers to your users.<br /><br />- New Kerberos cmdlets which help you to avoid password expiration problems. <br /><br />New Look for the RBAC Cmdlets<br /> <br />RBAC (Role Based Access Control) has been introduced in Communications Server "14" as a way to help delegate administrative control of the software<br /><br />Renamed Parameters<br /><br /> - The LocalStore parameter has been deleted from most cmdlets. <br /> - The Tenant parameter has been deleted from most cmdlets.<br /><br />New Uses for the Force Parameter which<br /> <br /> - Suppress the confirmation prompt when you try to remove a per-user policy currently assigned to one or more users. <br /> - Allow you to remove something even if it’s still being used elsewhere. <br /> - Suppress the display of any non-fatal errors that might pop up when you run a cmdlet.<br /><br />New Names: Get-CsPstnUsage and Set-CsPstnUsage<br /> <br />The CsPhoneUsage cmdlets have been given new names in the beta refresh version of Communications Server "14":Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-74694112453141382542010-07-29T01:38:00.000-07:002010-07-29T01:52:15.703-07:00BT and Polycom develop enterprise services for Microsoft Communications Server "14"<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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BT has created reference architectures to deploy and manage server and software platform solutions with full network impact and utilization. <br />BT also has global <a href="http://www.voipsipnews.org">SIP </a> networks which have just been certified for Microsoft Communications Server "14" so that customers can gradually migrate to the new unified communications technology.<br />Neil Sutton, the VP of BT Global Services global portfolio, said: "Delivering services and solutions to large enterprise customers is demanding and complex, but the key is to give users a set of simple and convenient tools."<br />He added: "BT is well-positioned to do so as we offer a breadth of networked IT Services, extensive integration experience, a clear investment roadmap and accredited professional services."Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-18398495598885630472010-07-22T08:55:00.000-07:002010-07-22T09:00:02.149-07:00The cost savings of Communications Server "14"<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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The findings show that more and more people are using social media along with their <a href="http://www.3cx.com">VoIP</a> phones and <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">unified communications</a> solutions, factors which should drive up interest in the forthcoming Microsoft Communications Server "14" product.<br /><a href="http://www.marketresearch.com/vendors/viewVendor.asp?VendorID=883">The Yankee Group </a>study found that both consumers and workers want an element of social networking in their business communications, with 70% of consumers wanting to access company experts through social media. <br />Those surveyed said that they would become more loyal to a company if they could access the right sectors. It is also big on the wishlist of workers, despite the fact that 30% of companies have not formulated relevant policies. Products like Microsoft Communications Server "14" fulfill this social networking role within businesses. They offer a skills search set that makes locating the right person within a company framework that much easier.<br />Zeus Kerravala, a research fellow at the Yankee Group, said: "Businesses can improve customer service as well as employee productivity and collaboration by integrating social media within their contact centres."Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-31669816093229374342010-07-13T00:08:00.000-07:002010-07-13T00:33:13.893-07:00Brocade IP Networking for Microsoft Communications Server “14”<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVEt3K-RGS_QZb91GNGXqfZVn-xGJoXzEPIzb6GrzbZQabdjt5vU2WcXV2XqrPMCTcrBJ-9islELJ9X1QaeZ0v-OMT6j68kadHbFb06TFhi17eHYG50-CBkJ1IC_mn_iG4GT5f-BcmZBQ/s1600/communications-server-brocade.gif"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 187px; height: 94px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVEt3K-RGS_QZb91GNGXqfZVn-xGJoXzEPIzb6GrzbZQabdjt5vU2WcXV2XqrPMCTcrBJ-9islELJ9X1QaeZ0v-OMT6j68kadHbFb06TFhi17eHYG50-CBkJ1IC_mn_iG4GT5f-BcmZBQ/s320/communications-server-brocade.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5493288863318632018" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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">Brocade </a>has validated its IP networking technologies for Microsoft Communications Server “14”, the presence and PBX replacement product which is out later this year. <br />The director of Microsoft Communications Server, Moz Hussain, said: “Communications Server "14" will enable full <a href="http://www.3cx.com">enterprise telephony</a>, thus opening up a world of possibilities for customers who want increased collaboration."<br />Brocade IP networking products such as the Brocade NetIron for Layer 2-3 switching will provide interoperability and a network infrastructure as part of a comprehensive <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">Unified Communications</a> (UC)solution. This is part of making the transition to <a href="http://www.voipsipnews.org">VoIP</a> on Communications Server “14”, while maintaining the high standards which are expected in business.<br />The VP of Data Center and Enterprise Networking Technology at Brocade, Jason Nolet, said that ensuring this quality of service was essential during the huge migration of customers to UC products as they looked to save costs. <br />He said: “Brocade open standards-based networking technologies ensure reliable voice, video and data traffic and enable a seamless experience for users.”Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-41860210733584173052010-07-10T08:33:00.000-07:002010-07-10T08:50:13.500-07:00Communications Server "14" HD video-conferencing through ClearOne<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlUowTjAfbkAxmIGzbQt-nOK9inzN-072JULpSj8glmWAY1R4oeuf3w0N_D6GCUvp3Nh0W69KuT968k7EV2C9SQBhfXAOvAW16iN-3rqqhFqT7vJ2Ro7NK0MBKzCAEUoOeCm4-YNhO1Ls/s1600/clearone-communications-server-14.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 241px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlUowTjAfbkAxmIGzbQt-nOK9inzN-072JULpSj8glmWAY1R4oeuf3w0N_D6GCUvp3Nh0W69KuT968k7EV2C9SQBhfXAOvAW16iN-3rqqhFqT7vJ2Ro7NK0MBKzCAEUoOeCm4-YNhO1Ls/s320/clearone-communications-server-14.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5492304354743954658" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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One of the latest is High Definition video-conferencing through <a href="www.clearone.com/">ClearOne</a>. <br />This is a certified Microsoft Communications Server "14" offering which can provide HD audio conferencing for up to 15 people.<br />The INTERACT AT-OC offering means that you can share data over high quality voice and video functions in conference environments. By using it you can teleconference easily with the minimum of set-up time. <br />The ClearOne product management VP for conferencing, Darrin Thurston, said: "Our offering maximises all of the collaboration features of the Microsoft Communications Server "14" for any group environment. It gives a truly unified experience which combines HD video and audio with the full Microsoft app suite. <br />He added: "By combining a PC, USB camera and display with the INTERACT AT-OC you can create a low cost video-conferencing solution."Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-13043261954994037612010-07-05T01:38:00.000-07:002010-07-05T01:58:21.243-07:00Communications Server “14” more than just a PBX replacement<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs7cU13RlsKtCys6F7FjVVJB1OPqwwlFRRAqlD1F-YSuDqNIHRwAfX7efoLQ-s9x8icOIy0R2WtBvb_aiigGzwkzerC0SsvN41mBKA-KyXx3crJrguBb5sy7gvqfVk6p6ODO3s46yjtFs/s1600/microsoft_Communications-Server-%E2%80%9C14%E2%80%9D.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs7cU13RlsKtCys6F7FjVVJB1OPqwwlFRRAqlD1F-YSuDqNIHRwAfX7efoLQ-s9x8icOIy0R2WtBvb_aiigGzwkzerC0SsvN41mBKA-KyXx3crJrguBb5sy7gvqfVk6p6ODO3s46yjtFs/s320/microsoft_Communications-Server-%E2%80%9C14%E2%80%9D.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490343857689450930" /></a><br /><script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><script type="text/javascript">(function() {var s = document.createElement('SCRIPT'), s1 = document.getElementsByTagName('SCRIPT')[0];s.type = 'text/javascript';s.async = true;s.src = 'http://widgets.digg.com/buttons.js';s1.parentNode.insertBefore(s, s1);})();</script><a class="DiggThisButton DiggMedium"></a><br />The soon-to-be-released Communications Server “14” product by Microsoft will be more than just a PBX replacement and will have far-reaching <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">Unified Communications</a> properties. <br />Not only will enterprise Voice be among its <a href="http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff793475.aspx">key features</a> but it will also offer integration with Microsoft SharePoint, conferencing and real-time collaboration. There will be a presence-based search facility too.<br />Furthermore Communications Server “14” will be easy to deploy. As well as having numerous servers including a front-end server and a back-end server, there will be a Director role which configures director server. The overall effect is to simplify the topologies of Communications Server “14”. <br />In Communications Server “14” a Central Management Store makes it possible to configure data from one location. Then there is the Microsoft Silverlight version 4 Web application - the Communications Server Control Panel. This new management interface replaces the Microsoft Management Console (MMC) as used in previous products. <br />In terms of <a href="http://www.3cx.com">VoIP</a> capabilities, call resiliency, call park and E911 are some of the standout features. <br />There is also Media bypass which allows media traffic to bypass the Mediation Server and flow directly from Communications Server "14" to the IP-PBX or gateway.<br />These features and many more make Communications Server “14” more than just a PBX replacement.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-10313095212613204872010-07-01T05:13:00.000-07:002010-07-01T06:58:22.311-07:00Confused about Communications Server "14"?<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 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Luckily the Microsoft team have put out a series of videos recently where you can hear about Communications Server "14" right from the horse's (read expert's) mouth. <br />Tech gurus and partner coordinators John Durant and Jaime Stark are the latest aficionados to give us a view on Communications Server "14" features and phew - it is easy to comprehend! In this <a href="http://edge.technet.com/Media/Unified-Communications-in-2010-and-beyond-Interview/">video</a> they talk about apps and easy ways to develop Communications Server "14". They also explain the skills search presence thing. It's easy to find someone in an office who you do know but what if you know nothing about them? Basically Communications Server "14" is the future of <a href="http://www.unified-communications.org.uk">Unified Communications </a>for the office so you would do well to have a listen.Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1057763381176078001.post-46913014667134328832010-06-26T21:59:00.000-07:002010-06-26T22:35:50.659-07:00Set up an IP phone with Communications Server "14".<script type="text/javascript"> var _gaq = _gaq || []; _gaq.push(['_setAccount', 'UA-16859089-1']); _gaq.push(['_trackPageview']); (function() { var ga = document.createElement('script'); ga.type = 'text/javascript'; ga.async = true; ga.src = ('https:' == document.location.protocol ? 'https://ssl' : 'http://www') + '.google-analytics.com/ga.js'; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('script')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(ga, s); })();</script><br />How to set up a low cost IP phone with Microsoft Communications Server "14".<br /><br /><object class="player" width="545" height="365" type="application/x-silverlight-2" data="data:application/x-silverlight-2,"><br /><param value="http://www.msteched.com/ClientBin/players/VideoPlayer2009_03_27.xap" name="source" /><br /><param value="m=http://ecn.channel9.msdn.com/o9/te/NorthAmerica/2010/wmv/UNC208.wmv,thumbnail=http://www.msteched.com/Skins/TechEdOnline/Styles/images/DefaultPlayerBackground.png,autohide=true,showembed=true" name="initParams" /><br /><param value="#00000000" name="background" /><br /><param name="minRuntimeVersion" value="3.0.50106.0" /><br /><param name="windowless" value="true" /><br /><param name="enableGPUAcceleration" value="true" /><br /><param name="autoUpgrade" value="true" /><br /> <a href="http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=149156&v=3.0.50106.0" style="text-decoration:none"><br /> <img src="http://www.msteched.com/Skins/TechEdOnline/Styles/images/NoSilverlight.jpg" alt="Get Microsoft Silverlight" style="border-style:none"/><br /> </a><br /></object><br /><br />And here's the new PBX features for Microsoft Communications Server "14".<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY3l1w-bKBUditk0vgMZnYvdccGdj4mKlXzQ86xV7vlnnEJIRH4CM6PsL1u3TUlGQG3MKghshf2LSSFlJoe2bZj_TxVz_KOeqm0P7QaVy4rW424ssMInGj8D0ErCfJMnwBVlVhxGQ2QGo/s1600/communications-server-14-features.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY3l1w-bKBUditk0vgMZnYvdccGdj4mKlXzQ86xV7vlnnEJIRH4CM6PsL1u3TUlGQG3MKghshf2LSSFlJoe2bZj_TxVz_KOeqm0P7QaVy4rW424ssMInGj8D0ErCfJMnwBVlVhxGQ2QGo/s320/communications-server-14-features.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5487322820802512450" /></a>Robert Frischehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12936591796861732336noreply@blogger.com1