Overview

The UCx DSM16 functionality allows reuse of Nortel/Avaya digital phones with a UCx Server.  The current release specifically supports Norstar/BCM series phones and devices as identified in the Supported Hardware and Capacity section of this guide.  The DSM16 will be able to accommodate future software updates to extend the breadth of supported devices.  Support for Nortel Meridian/CS1000 digital phones is planned for an upcoming release.

DSM16 Hardware Versions

There are two different hardware device options that E-MetroTel uses to provide physical digital station interfaces for UCx software. One option is the DSM16 Module, a hardware device dedidcated to DSM16 functionality. It can be either wall mounted or sit independently on a desktop or shelf, and has an external power supply. The other option is a DSM16 Card, which plugs into either a Galaxay Expand or Galaxy Express chassis. Both versions provide support for 16 digital stations, use the same software, are configured using the same Web-based Configuration Manager interface.

The UCx Digital Station Module is ideal for Norstar or BCM200/400/1000 sites for which there is no UCx Digital Gateway Solid State Drive option for re-using existing Nortel hardware. The Norstar/BCM digital phones work with UCx Server through the Digital Station Module, keeping their original phone user interfaces and having extended Unified Communication feature capabilities provided from the UCx Server. An upcoming release of DSM16 software will allow Meridan 1 and CS1000 digital sets to be connected directly rather than using the Media Gateway interface.

This guide covers topics including the configuration of the system and maintenance of the UCx DSM16 software.

DSM16 Module

Front View

Connectors:

Indicators:

Rear View