CS 1000 endpoints migration using ProVision and Nortel Migration Tool

Last Updated : Dec 21, 2020 |
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The ProVision application and the Nortel Migration Tool (NMT) are used to migrate CS 1000 endpoint and MGC-related data. These tools are provided free of charge to Avaya Device Adapter usersto migrate CS 1000 UNIStim IP, digital, analog phones, and Media Gateway Controllers (MGC). You must register at https://provision.avaya.com to receive your licensed copy of the software.
Visit the ProVision web portal to download ProVision software, retrieve a license key, and learn more about using ProVision. Existing users can log in with their current credentials, while new users should click the New User? Register now link to get started. Whether an existing or a new user, contact the ProVision Help Desk to request the free Device Adapter subscription after you complete portal registration.
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Existing users with a current (paid) subscription should visit the Licensing -> Subscription Administration page and retrieve a fresh license key as Device Adapter features are now included at no additional charge. This allows our users with paid subscriptions to maintain a fully featured ProVision while performing Device Adapter migrations.
This site also provides training in the setup and use of these tools. See the ProVision Getting Started guide available at https://provision.avaya.com/iProVision/secured/downloads/default.aspx?docID=645 for a list of recommended courses that include:
  • What is ProVision
  • Introduction to ProVision
  • Connecting to a Switch Using ProVision
  • Using Grids and Forms in ProVision
  • Setting Up and Managing Projects in ProVision
  • Using Models
The Getting Started guide also provides information on how to obtain the templates necessary to complete this procedure.
This procedure does not cover the installation and initial configuration of ProVision.
The following items are exported from the CS 1000 database and imported into the Avaya Aura® solution.
  • LD 20 TNB (set, DN, and speed/hotline list data)
  • LD 21 (redirect, attendant data)
  • LD 22 (system data)
  • Feature Key Labels
  • PDT shell (MGC configuration data)
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This tool connects to CS 1000, perform an overlay printout, and convert the data into Avaya Aura® users and Communication Manager stations. The tool provides a choice of endpoints to migrate and modify the generated Communication Manager stations.
You must run ProVision on Microsoft Windows with Administrator privileges to function properly. For more information on configuring an application to run with Administrator privileges on Microsoft Windows, see the following procedure from Microsoft: https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/ff431742.aspx.