Xblue Networks X16e Quick Setup Manual

Quick Setup Guide
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The XBLUE X16e Business Communications Server is
installed onto your existing Ethernet data network in three
easy steps.
1. Connect the X16e server to your network.
2. Connect XBLUE IP9g telephones to your network.
3. Connect telephone lines to the X16e server.
Once these steps are complete your XBLUE IP9g telephones will begin to operate. The following
steps go into the details to help you identify the components of your network.
1. Connect the X16e server
Find the Router of your network. It is usually
provided by the Internet Service Provider if
you haven't purchased one of your own.
Pictured is a typical WIFI router...
Most often the router is in the same location as
where the telephone lines enter your building.
Internet
WIFI Connected
Computer
LAN
Typical Office Network
WIFI Router
Cables in wall from
equipment room to
offices.
WIFI Router
Your internet service provider will have a
router dedicated to Internet access where
their service enters your building.
The router creates your office network (your
LAN - a Subnet) where PC's, printers etc.
are connected and can access the internet.
Routers have an "Internet" port and usually
4 or more LAN ports and WIFI.
WIFI and LAN ports are all part of your
Local Area Network - your office network.
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