bcm 50 first timer

[phoneguy422]

I've installed quite a few norstar systems in the past, but in the near future im being asked to install my first bcm 50. Can i do a start up with a telephone - similiar to a cics? or do I need a pc? I wont see the docs until the last minute so im hoping its similiar to a cics or mics to install - any heads up I should be looking for?

Thanx in advance

 

[pbxn]

Since the BCM's are more gui friendly, it is easier to setup up the switch via laptop and network connection directly into the BCM. I am a switch guy, and have found the gui interface alot easier to understand for me at least that programming straight off of the phone.

 

[endlesswinter]

The system programing can be done from a phone and is almost idenical to ics. This will get you up and running but the element manager config from pc is much greater.

 

[mrphoneman]

Everyone says element mgr is greater but they do not tell you that it's SLOW as HELL! I prefer to program throughthe phone and do only IT/IP pgmn'g with the pc. To get into BCM50 from a 7316e press ftr **266344-737662 OK 266344 and your @ your terminal & sets. Good luck!!

DO a regular startup within the 1st 15minutes. ftr ** startup - 737662

 

[senk1s]

please do not post passwords on a public forum