Whether you have an on premise VoIP PBX or a cloud
based phone system (hosted VoIP), each are dependent on a good working network
for best results. Starting
with your own Ethernet cables, router and your Internet provider's
modem, each device will play an important part of a good successful VoIP
installation.
We have put together some how-to articles that offer
guidance for specific tasks, from installing a remote gateway for a remote
location's phones to best ways to complete faxes over VoIP.
We offer
configuration settings on your router so voice traffic will not only pass
though, but if you encounter one-way audio, specific settings to look for
that could be the cause. Voice quality for your VoIP calls are dependent
on getting the highest priority so that other apps do not create a backup
at the router. Setting up QoS on your router is the solution. Additionally,
protecting your Asterisk based
IP-PBX from intruders and good practices for security is a must for
everyone and you'll find some tips that will help prevent unintended
access.
Under troubleshooting help for issues that you may encounter with Voice
over Internet, you'll find ways to improve network stability and correct
broken voice, plus check your cable modem for signal levels and if they
could be the cause of sporadic networking problems.