Partner System Expansion

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We have a Partner ACS R 4.0. 5-slot rack, contains:
308EC (2)
400EC
Partner Messaging Module
and Processor of course

As you can see, all 5 slots are taken up. We currently have 13 outside lines coming into the PBX, we have 10 extensions. We understand that the maximum capacity of our PBX is 19 lines (am I correct?).

The problem is that we need to expand. We need 40 lines coming in, and 40 extensions. Now I still want to use what we have instead of getting a whole new system. Is there anyway of increasing the capacity of the current by purchasing more equipment? a second rack for instance? The 40 lines and 40 extensions need to function under one automated system.

I would appreciate any help I could get on this. We certainly will have to pay some people to come in here and do most of the setup (and the cost of the hardware of course), but would really like to know what to ask for exactly.

Thanks

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No way to get 40x40 with an ACS. Maximum lines with 40 extensions would be 15. The only way to get to 19 lines is with a 308 processor and 4 400 modules, which would give you 19x8, but no slot left for the voicemail.

You could switch to either a Legend R7 or any release Magix system, and use 016 ETR mods in order to keep using your Partner phones. You'd also need to replace the voicemail. Brian Cox
J & J Communications

http://www.jandjcommunications.com

brian@jandjcommunications.com

 

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I understand that we cannot have the lines/extensions we want with what we have. Can we not buy a second rack with more modules and integrate both systems?

thanks

 

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No. The ACS maxes out at 5 slots. No expansion is available. Even the Partner II would only max out at 8 slots or 14x42 with voicemail (7 - 206 mods, 1 - voicemail). Brian Cox
J & J Communications

http://www.jandjcommunications.com

brian@jandjcommunications.com