An Overview Of Your Phone; Understanding Buttons And Hardware - Cisco 7961G-GE Phone Manual

An Overview of Your Phone

The Cisco Unified IP Phone 7961G and 7961G-GE (gigabit Ethernet version) and the 7941G and
7941G-GE (gigabit Ethernet version) are full-feature telephones that provide voice communication
over the same data network that your personal computer uses, allowing you to place and receive phone
calls, put calls on hold, speed dial numbers, transfer calls, make conference calls, and so on.
The gigabit Ethernet Cisco Unified IP Phone 7961G-GE and 7941G-GE deliver the latest technology
and advancements in Gigabit Ethernet VoIP telephony, providing gigabit throughput to your desktop.
In addition to basic call-handling features, your phone can provide enhanced productivity features that
extend your call-handling capabilities. Depending on configuration, your phone supports:
• Access to network data, XML applications, and web-based services.
• Online customizing of phone features and services from your User Options web pages.
• A comprehensive online help system that displays information on the phone screen.

Understanding Buttons and Hardware

You can use Figure 1 and Figure 2 to identify buttons and hardware on your phone.
Cisco Unified IP Phone 7961G/7961G-GE and 7941G/7941G-GE for Cisco Unified CallManager 5.0 (SIP)
An Overview of Your Phone
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