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Deploying SpectraLink 8400 Series
Handsets
This chapter is perhaps the most important section of this guide. In this
chapter, you will learn Polycom’s recommended method for configuring and
deploying SpectraLink® 8400 Series Handsets. Since this deployment method
involves multiple stages, each of which is comprised of multiple steps, ensure
that you follow this guide carefully in order to deploy the phones successfully.
Before you begin, review each section to familiarize yourself with each of the
stages and steps.
This chapter is organized into four learning components designed to provide
a complete understanding of the deployment method:
• A high-level overview of the two-stage process
• A list of all stages and steps of the process
• The information you need to gather before you begin
• The steps you need to perform to configure and deploy the SpectraLink
8400 Series Handsets
If you are new to wireless configuration and deployment, Polycom
recommends that you review all four learning components of this chapter
before you begin. If you are already familiar with setting up wireless
environments, you may wish to skip the introductory information and go
directly to what you specifically need to complete the deployment (see Before
You Begin on page 10 ).
This chapter covers the following topics in detail:
• Overview
• Understanding the Complete Process
• Before You Begin
• Part I: Working From Your Wireless Configuration Station
• Part II: Initial Provisioning of the Handsets
• Part III: Setting Up the Provisioning Server