The following circuit packs are essential in an Avaya telecommunications network:
Avaya Aura® Media Server
Provide high-capacity VoIP audio access to the switch for local stations and outside trunks.
Avaya Aura® Media Server is used by Communication Manager to provide IP audio capabilities similar to legacy H.248 media gateways or port networks with media processors.
Branch gateways
Provide:
Extension of Communication Manager telephony features to branch offices when controlled by a remote server.
Standalone telephony systems when controlled by an embedded S8300E.
Survivable Remote server backup for a remote server.
The branch gateways include the G430 Branch Gateway, G450 Branch Gateway, and IG550.
Note:
S8300E supports G430 Branch Gateway and G450 Branch Gateway.
For more information about Avaya hardware devices, see Avaya Aura® Communication Manager Hardware Description and Reference.
