Specifications

188 IBM Voice Over Frame Relay Perform Guide
B.4 Technical Questions
Here is a list of technical questions to ask:
• What is the interface device we will connect to on the WAN side?
• What are the electrical and physical interfaces of the interface device,
including the pinout?
• What is the distance to the interface device from the installation site?
• What is the distance to the Switch/PBX?
• Is the Switch/PBX T1 or E1? If E1, is it 75 or 120 Ohm?
• What are the pinouts for PBX E1 interfaces?
• Will the PBX supply clock to the network?
• If E1/R2 MFC is used, please fill out the attached R2 parameter worksheet.
• What type of circuit will be used to carry traffic on the WAN side (leased line,
public frame relay, IP)?
• Who is the carrier? Please provide the name and phone number of the carrier
contact.
• What is the clocking source on the WAN circuit?
• Is the power supply AC or DC? What is the voltage?
• Are there other factors of concern relating to power?
• What is the type of the physical connection to the power source?
• Please supply a copy of the current dial plan.
• Will the network voice traffic be two-way?
• Do you require CDRs?
• Are there dimension restrictions at the installation site?
• One F-series product will require approximately 500W of power. Are there any
restrictions at the installation site?
• Is a dial modem available at the installation site?
• What is the phone number of the dial modem?