Getting Started With Cisco Ip Communicator; What Is Cisco Ip Communicator - Cisco IP Communicator User Manual

Getting Started with Cisco IP Communicator

These sections give you the basic information you need to start using your new
Cisco IP Communicator.
• What is Cisco IP Communicator?, page 1
• Hardware and Platform Requirements, page 2
• Quick Start Checklist, page 2
• Installing Audio Devices, page 3
• Installing and Launching Cisco IP Communicator, page 4
• Using the Audio Tuning Wizard, page 6
• Configuration and Registration Tasks, page 8
• Testing Cisco IP Communicator, page 9

What is Cisco IP Communicator?

Cisco IP Communicator is a desktop application that turns your computer into a full-featured
Cisco IP Phone, allowing you to place, receive, and otherwise handle calls. If you install
Cisco IP Communicator on a laptop or portable computer, you can use Cisco IP Communicator (and
all of your phone services and settings) from any location where you can connect to the corporate
network. For example, if you are on a business trip you can use Cisco IP Communicator to receive calls
and check voice messages while online. Or, if you are working from home, co-workers can reach you
by dialing your work number.
To get started installing and using Cisco IP Communicator, see the "Quick Start Checklist" section on
page 2.
For an introduction to Cisco IP Communicator features, see the "An Overview of
Cisco IP Communicator" section on page 10.
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