Switching to Computer ProgrammingChapter 5: Switching to ComputerProgramming5.1. GeneralThis section describes the purpose and main features of the Voice MailMaintenance Software (VMS) and details the installation process. The VMSenables you to:• Define PBX parameters• Set the unit clock and calendar• Create and maintain mailboxes• Build Automated Attendant menus• Review traffic statistics• Print system parameters and statistics.Programming the unit via the PC is done offline until sent in one block to theunit. We recommend that you save the new configuration in a file.Using the VMS, you can also:• Open a configuration file to make changes and then to upload them to the unit• Recognize connected unit• Open the corresponding default configuration file• View unit statistics, e.g. line and memory utilization.5.2. Connecting the Unit to the Computer¾ To enter the programming mode:.1 Remove the side panel cover of the unit.2. Remove all cables attached to the unit’s RS-232 connector.3. Connect one end of the RS-232 cable to an available serial port on yourPC and the other end to the unit’s RS-232 connector as shown inFigure 5-1.Voice Mail and Auto Attendant System Installation and Programming Manual 5-1
