Software Release 2.2 for Aastra 5i Series

[mike]

March 17, 2008

Aastra Telecom is pleased to announce the availability of a powerful software update for the 5i series of SIP telephones – 51i, 53i, 55i, 57i, and 57i CT.

Release 2.2 delivers multiple features and advanced functionalities that offer flexible, enhanced day-to-day use and facilitate deployment on a variety of network environments.

This release includes:

IEEE 802.1x support for port-based Network Access Control
Group paging feature via RTP multicast
Ability to independently configure Call Forward and DND for each account

Synchronized feature support for BroadfSoft's® BroadWorks® DND, CallFwd, and ACD Server

One-touch Call Transfer to a BLF extension or Speeddial number for a simplified handling of incoming calls

One-Touch Call Park/Pickup for MetaSwitch® users

Ability to configure source ports for SIP and TLS protocols

XML features including RTP unicast/multicast control, new SIP Notify and action uri to push XML bypassing NAT/firewalls

Improvements in Intercom and Auto-Answer features

Ability to see SIP Registration Status in Aastra Web UI

Fixes to software bugs reported from the field
Details on these new features and fixes can be found in the 2.2. Release Notes. Please visit www.aastratelecom.com and click on “Support” and then select “Download Area” to obtain the new firmware and associated Release Notes.