Introducing The V310; Overview; Applications; Make Calls Via Internet Telephony Service Provider - ZyXEL Communications V310 User Manual

1.1 Overview

This chapter introduces the main applications and features of the V310. It also introduces the ways
you can manage the V310.
The V310 is an IP phone that allows you to make phone calls over the Internet. Sending voice
signals over the Internet is called Voice over IP (VoIP). VoIP allows you to call other IP phones,
mobile phones or landlines all over the world.
The V310 is packed with features - including multiple lines, phonebook, conference calls, call
transfer, call hold, and many more.
You can configure and manage the V310 directly, using its multi-function keypad and LCD screen.
Alternatively, access the internal web configurator using a computer connected to the network for
remote administrative configuration.
The V310's Ethernet ports allow you to connect it to your Local Area Network (LAN) and your
computer. Your computer can access the LAN through the V310, as shown in the following figure. A
is your computer, B is your V310 and C is your modem or router.

1.2 Applications

Here are some examples of how you can use your V310.

1.2.1 Make Calls via Internet Telephony Service Provider

In a home or small office environment, you can use the V310 to make and receive VoIP telephone
calls through an Internet Telephony Service Provider (ITSP).
The following figure shows a basic example of how you make a VoIP call through an ITSP. In this
example, you make a call from your V310 (A in the figure), which sends the call through your
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