noob question, VOIP why do they require MS Exchange services?

[Drew888]

Just curious why it needs exchange to run. One day our exchange server shut down (ran out of room) and we lost VOIP.

Just another attempt to learn all I can Thanks!

Remember, this is probably my 4th post. I was thrust into an IT position I am not qualified for yet my boss knows it and everyone thinks I'll manage (only an A+ cert...). I'm doing my best to absorb as much as possible...another post, sorry.

 

[JOAMON]

Dont know the solution to your problem but just remember to multiply your repair estimates by a factor of 4. That way when you finish in 1 day instead of 4 they will think you are a miracle worker.

 

[dontworx]

Your exchange server could have been also your DHCP server or running a piece of whatever voip system you are using. Who knows maybe you exchange server was running active directory? What VOIP system are you using?

 

[Drew888]

Joamon, thanks, common sense helped me figure that one out on day one. Very important indeed, maybe a contributing factor as to why they are under the impression I can actually do this. Another is that I have never exaggerated my ability. I have been straight with them and also let them know that I will give it an honest effort.

At this point everything is running fine. I'm attempting just to figure it out (along with many other areas/subjects/processes). Thanks guys,

Drew

 

[NX01]

I believe that Exchange 2003 has presence tracking and sip capabilities. So you could integrate it with your Voip system...

In the future everything will work...