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The following sections describe the Cisco Unified IP Phone 6901 hardware.
For your phone to work, it must be connected to the corporate IP telephony network.
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Slot for Ethernet cable. |
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Network port (10/100 SW) connection. IEEE 802.3af power enabled. |
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Handset connection. |
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DC adaptor port (DC48V). |
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Slot for handset cable. |
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Slot for DC adaptor cable. |
The cradle rest of your phone contains the hookswitch button. You can press and quickly release the hookswitch button to activate features (hookflash) on your phone.
The following sections describe the Cisco Unified IP Phone 6901 hardware.
For your phone to work, it must be connected to the corporate IP telephony network.
1 |
DC adaptor port (DC48V). |
4 |
Network port (10/100 SW) connection. IEEE 802.3af power enabled. |
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AC-to-DC power supply (optional). |
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Access port (10/100 PC) connection. |
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AC power wall plug (optional). |
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Handset connection. |
Cisco Unified IP Phone 6911 does not include an LCD display. Cisco provides a paper strip, which can be used to enter name and contact numbers.
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This section contains information that is common to all the IP Phone models in this guide.
If the phone is placed on a table or desk, the footstand can be connected to the back of your phone for a higher or lower viewing angle, depending on your preference.
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Insert the connectors into the lower slots. |
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Lift the footstand until the connectors snap into the upper slots. |
Phone Display Angle
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High Sound Pressure—Avoid listening to high volume levels for long periods to prevent possible hearing damage. |
When you plug in your headset, lower the volume of the headset speaker before you put the headset on. If you remember to lower the volume before you take the headset off, the volume will start lower when you plug in your headset again.
Be aware of your surroundings. When you use your headset, it may block out important external sounds, particularly in emergencies or in noisy environments. Don’t use the headset while driving. Don’t leave your headset or headset cables in an area where people or pets can trip over them. Always supervise children who are near your headset or headset cables.