What phone and headset models are available?

In This Article:

• Overview
• Recommendations
  • Phones
  • Headsets
• Ordering a Device
• Phone Models
  • Cisco 7841
  • Cisco 8845 / 8851
  • Cisco 8865
  • Cisco 8831 Conference Phone
• Compatible Headsets

Overview:

This article describes a brief overview into the variety of Cisco phones that the University of Idaho uses. For more detailed information on these phone models, you can read the following articles:

• How do I use my Cisco 7841 IP Phone?
• How do I use my Cisco 8845 model IP Phone?
• How do I use my Cisco 8800 series IP phone?
• How do I use my Cisco IP 8831 Phone?
• How do I use my Cisco IP Phone model 7800?

Recommendations:

Phones

The Cisco 7841 will work for most situations. However, some users such as directors or others who may use the phone extensively, may require special features such as additional lines on the phone, Bluetooth, or video calling. When selecting a phone, please select the model which fits your job requirements and is the best use of University funds. While departments are not billed each month for phone service, the University still pays for each device. 

Headsets

If your phone has bluetooth, we suggest the Plantronics Voyager headset. Click here to view this model on Amazon. 

If your phone does not have bluetooth (the 7841 or another non-Cisco phone), we don't recommend any particular model. We encourage you to shop around and find a model that you like and that fits your department's budget. 

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Ordering a Device:

After reviewing the list below and selecting your desired model, please contact your TSP with the model of phone you would like. 

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Phone Models:

Cisco 7841

• Supports a maximum of four unique phone numbers
• Compatible with wired or DECT wireless headset
• High-fidelity voice with graphical display and back lit Indicator
• Access to a comprehensive suite of unified communications features

Cisco 8845 / 8851

• Supports a maximum of five unique phone numbers
• Can easily pair with your cell phone
• Compatible with wired, DECT wireless or Bluetooth headsets
• Supports an optional "sidecar" unit. This must be ordered separtely from the phone via the Depot. The sidecar is used to manage additional lines and speed-dial numbers, and is usually used by administrative assistants or people needing to monitor multiple lines at one time.

Cisco 8865

• Supports a maximum of five unique phone numbers
• Expansion module supports up to 32 speed dial lines
• Compatible with wired, DECT wireless or Bluetooth headsets
• Access to a comprehensive suite of unified communications features
• 720p video conferencing via a built-in camera
• Sidecar support

Cisco 8831 Conference Phone

• Supports a maximum of one unique phone number
• Great for large conferences rooms up to 1140 square feet.
• Wired Control Panel with dial pad extends from the base station.
• Full-duplex, two way wide band acoustic audio
• Supports the addition of two wired or wireless microphones, (not included and must be purchased separately.)
• Not compatible with any headsets.

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Compatible Headsets:

This is a comprehensive list of all compatible headsets that will work with our standard phone models. Please note, when ordering through the Depot, be sure to include the link to required EHS cable. Your headset will not work without it. 

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