Deploying Voice over Wireless LANs

Chapter 2. VoWLAN System Components

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Upon completing this chapter, you will be able to

• Identify the primary components of a VoWLAN system.

• Describe specific applications of alternative VoWLAN components.

• Differentiate the benefits of traditional “thick” access points and wireless switched solutions.

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This chapter defines the components that are part of a VoWLAN system, such as phones, client software, call managers, and so on. Examples of actual components are given, with emphasis on Cisco products. Descriptions of how VoWLAN integrates with existing systems found in enterprise settings are also given.

VoWLAN System Overview

A general VoWLAN system architecture consists of components that provide mobile phone ...