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Cisco Systems is the leader in IP Telephony delivering a complete range of IP phones with features and stability that take advantage of converged voice and data networks. The Cisco IP phones provide the services needed by a business of any size and can handle the high demand of today's working environment. The Cisco 7900 series phones offer small, medium and enterprise customers with advanced features and reliability. Here are some examples of the most sought after Cisco IP phones.

Cisco CP-7960 and Cisco CP-7960G

Key Features: * Programmable line and feature buttons * Adjustable ring tones for more than 24 users * Voice activity detection (VAD) programming on a system basis * Adjustable display contrast * Integrated jack for use of a headset * Capability of graphics in the display allows for such features as XML (Extensible Markup Language) and future features

There is only a slight difference between the Cisco 7960G and the Cisco 7960 IP phone. The "G" in stands for Global. The 7960G uses icons on the four soft keys instead of English text. This allows non-English speaking users to easily recognize their function. Cisco has discontinued the production of the 7960 and only manufactures the 7960G now.

Cisco CP-7940 and Cisco CP-7940G Key Features: * 2 programmable line and feature buttons * Adjustable ring tones for more than 24 users * Voice activity detection (VAD) programming on a system basis * Adjustable display contrast * Integrated jack for use of a headset Capability of graphics in the display allows for such features as XML (Extensible Markup Language) and future features There is only a slight difference between the Cisco 7940G and the Cisco 7940 IP phones. The "G" in stands for Global and the 7940 G uses icons on the four soft keys instead of English text. This allows non-English speaking users to easily recognize their function. Cisco has discontinued the production of the 7940 and only manufactures the 7940G now. Cisco CP-7920 Key Features * Pixel-based display provides easy access to calling features. * Two soft keys present calling options to the user. * Four-way switch allows easy movement through the information on the display. * "Hold" key and "Mute" keys provide users the flexibility to either place a call on hold or to listen only to the conversation without background noise interferring. * Volume-control provides decibel-level adjustments of the handset and ringer when in use. * "Menu" key allows for quick access to information such as directories, call history and phone settings. * Easy retrieval of voice-mail messages. * Display missed calls, calls that have been placed, and calls that have been received.

The Cisco Wireless IP Phone 7920 is designed to grow with system capabilities in order to keep pace with system enhancements.

Cisco CP-7912G

Key Features

* The Cisco IP Phone 7912G is designed to be easy to use with conveniently placed features. * Pixel-based display�A pixel-based display provides intuitive access to calling features. * Four soft keys dynamically present calling options to the user. The scroll toggle bar allows easy movement through the displayed information. * "Menu" key�This key allows users to quickly access information such as call logs and phone settings. * The user can retrieve voice-mail messages. * The user can display missed calls, outgoing calls that have been placed, and incoming calls that have been received. * The user can set various preferences such as ring types and display contrast. * "Hold" key�This lighted key provides users a red visual indication that they have placed a call on hold. * A volume-control toggle provides easy decibel-level adjustments of the handset and ringer. * The handset is hearing-aid compatible (meets American Disabilities Act [ADA] requirements). * A single-position foot stand provides optimum display viewing and comfortable use of buttons and keys. The foot stand can be removed to allow wall mounting via mounting holes located on the base of the phone. * XML Applications can be delivered to the display.

The Cisco IP Phone 7912G is designed to grow with system capabilities. Features will keep pace with new changes via software updates to the phone Flash memory.

Cisco CP-7936 IP Conference Station

Key Features

Standard business features including hold, transfer, release, mute, conferencing, park, and pick up.

*Feature updates which facilitate Cisco CallManager software upgrades along with advances in system capabilities.

*Full-duplex operation which allows two-way conversations without clipping or distortion.

*Am integrated keypad which eliminates the need to receive and place calls on a separate telephone.

*A powerful, digitally-tuned custom speaker and three microphones provide uniform coverage of small-to-midsize conference rooms or offices.

*The single cable design reduces clutter on the tabletop by combining a single cable from the power interface module (PIM) cable with network and power.

*Simple to install, this phone onfigures easily with Cisco CallManager.

*Works like a regular telephone.

*Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) for auto address configuration to the IP network

*Auto configuration of phone number, software images, and personalized settings for ease of installation, reconfiguration, and future feature enhancements such as Web browsing capabilities.

*The Cisco IP Conference Station 7936 uses a single Cisco 10/100BaseTx Ethernet LAN connection to the network via a Cisco RJ-45 cable interface.

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