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Through connection groups, you can divide a network into groups of sites that need to
intercommunicate. Within each group, you can select a central site for the group, creating a star
configuration.
This chapter provides instructions for:
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Adding Connection Groups
This section provides instructions for forming connection groups from the list of configured
sites.
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Modifying Star Configurations
For some connection groups, the standard star configuration will need to be altered. This
section provides instructions for modifying a star configuration.
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Modifying Connection Information
There are various connection information elements that you may need to modify. For example,
not all sites use the same telephone system. Centrex systems require a 9 for a prefix. Also, some
sites require Calling Line IDs (CLIDs) for security. There are a few additional elements you will
also need to consider. This section provides instructions for modifying connection information.
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To add a connection group:
1.
From the menu bar, click on Functions then click on Connection Groups, or click
toolbar.
2.
Click on Add.
3.
Enter a user-defined group name.
4.
Click on Add.
5.
To define group members, click on Edit Group Members.
6.
Select a Central Site by clicking on the Central Site down arrow, then clicking on a site name
from the displayed list.
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