[Asterisk-Users] Convertnig from Norstar to * to save money

[Mike Robinson]

Snacktime, it sounds like you are trying to build a business case for
the migration from Norstar to *. If so, there is a solution that makes
the business case a no-brainer.  There is a gateway that enables you to
re-use all your Norstar phones and wiring but replace the PBX itself
with *. You get rid of the Norstar and move to the full IP PBX
capabilities of * (and eliminate the PBX maintenance $), but you don't
have to spend a bunch of money on new IP phones and the LAN upgrade to
power them. Since the cost and hassle of the migration is reduced, the
business case is much easier to make.  Also, any nervous execs feel more
comfortable with the switch because the phone on their desk doesn't
change and you can always go back quickly if things don't work out.  See
the wiki link below for more info.
 
http://www.voip-info.org/tiki-index.php?page=Digital%20Telephone%20Adapt
ers 




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From: Jeff Glassman [mailto:jrglass at columbus.rr.com] 
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Date: Thu, 7 Apr 2005 16:24:18 -0700
From: snacktime <snacktime at gmail.com>
Subject: [Asterisk-Users] Getting a good deal on a PRI
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We have 10 incoming POTS lines to our offices, and a nortel norstar pbx.
I've been looking at replacing it with * at some point in the future,
and the point that looks most cost effective is when we move to PRI.

Problem is, I'm not really sure how to go about getting a good deal, or
what questions to ask.  90% of calls will be inbound.  I called up Qwest
and they quoted me $800 month.  I haven't called up any CLEC's yet to
see what they can do.

Any suggestions?  We are in Seattle, Washington.

Chris


In Columbus Ohio we pay about $600.00 per month for a PRI from Time
Warner. Unlimited incoming/outgoing.  


Jeff