OCS 2007 R2 - Time To eBay The PBX

An interesting interview between Mitchell Ashley consultant at Converging Network LLC and Terry Gold Microsoft Gold Certified Partner
Link on Networkworld

OCS 2007 installation with SQL 2005 SP3

There has been a change in SQL 2005 SP3 that can impact the installation of OCS 2007. This does not impact OCS 2007 R2.

SQL 2005 SP3 has an update that changes a return code that the OCS 2007 install was not designed to handle. If you are having to install a new OCS 2007 pool and are using SQL 2005 SP3 here are two possible work around to complete the install.

1. Install EE pool from a server that has SQL 2005 Sp2 client tool on a different server altogether

2. Uninstall SQL 2005 SP3 Backward compatibility and then install SQL 2005 SP2 BC(SQLServer2005_BC.msi on SQL 2005 Sp3 EE server.

Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Resource Kit

Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Resource Kit Tools provides a set of deployment and technical reference information for Microsoft Office Office Communications Server 2007 R2.
It provide a set of deployment and technical reference information for Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2. The set of tools and documentation in the Resource Kit Tools can be used as a complement to the Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2 documentation or as stand-alone tools.
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Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Resource Kit

Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Resource Kit Tools provides a set of deployment and technical reference information for Microsoft Office Office Communications Server 2007 R2.
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Office Communications Server 2007 R2 & Jabra

Jabra DIAL 520 OC Offers Portability, Lower Total Cost of Ownership for Customers

GN Netcom, one of the world leaders in innovative headset solutions, announced its first USB phone to support Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 Release 2, the Jabra DIAL(TM) 520 OC. Offering plug and play capabilities and portability at an affordable price, the DIAL 520 OC USB phone expands Jabra’s award-winning line of products that support Office Communications Server 2007 R2 and include corded, wireless DECT, and multiuse Bluetooth headsets. Also announced is a new Bluetooth(R) headset to extend the line of Jabra headsets optimized for Office Communications Server 2007 R2.

With the Jabra DIAL 520 OC, GN Netcom has created a unique USB phone that features innovative capabilities with Office Communications Server 2007 R2, true wideband audio for optimum call clarity, and intuitive usability. The Jabra DIAL 520 OC also features dedicated answer, end and mute buttons for seamless integration with Office Communications Server 2007 R2.

“As a Microsoft Gold Certified Partner, we were able to work closely with Microsoft to create a product that not only takes advantage of the innovative features introduced in Office Communications Server 2007 Release 2, but also offers portability and the lowest priced handset available for Office Communications,” said Chris Briglin, Vice President of Business Development, GN Netcom. “The Jabra DIAL 520 OC is an ideal product for every type of Office Communications 2007 user, offering high usability features to help maximize productivity and making the most of IP telephony from the office or the road.”

The Jabra DIAL 520 OC phone includes features that make it suitable for a variety of industries and employees, from office personnel to field employees and executives. Key product features include:

• Seamless integration with Office Communications Server 2007 R2 through dedicated answer, end and mute buttons
• Wideband audio for optimum call clarity
• Intuitive instant usability with no additional drivers needed
• LCD display showing call details

“GN Netcom end points take advantage of the wideband capabilities in Microsoft Office Communications 2007 Release 2, enabling customers to unify their communications systems and meet the growing demand for enhanced business collaboration,” said Moz Hussain, director of the Unified Communications Group at Microsoft Corp. “Microsoft is excited to work with GN Netcom to demonstrate the value of software-powered unified communications solutions to our customers.”

In addition to the Jabra DIAL 520 OC, GN Netcom will introduce the M5390 USB for Office Communications. The Jabra M5390 USB OC is a Bluetooth headset featuring a wireless range of 200 feet, wideband audio and simultaneous pairing with mobile phones and Office Communications.

The Jabra DIAL 520 OC and the Jabra M5390 USB OC will be available through GN Netcom’s global network of authorized distributors and resellers. For further information, please visit www.jabra.com/microsoft.

by www.usbworld.biz

Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Release Notes

These documents contain important information that you should know before you deploy and use Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2 and clients.

Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Release Notes

The following files are available for download:

• Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Release Notes (Office_Communications_Server_2007_R2_Relnotes.htm)
• Microsoft Office Communicator 2007 R2 Release Notes (Office_Communicator_2007_R2_Relnotes.htm)
• Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Attendant Release Notes (Office_Communications_Server_2007_R2_Attendant_Relnotes.htm)
• Microsoft Office Communications Server 2007 R2 Group Chat Release Notes (Office_Communications_Server_2007_R2_Group_Chat_Relnotes.htm)
• Microsoft Office Communicator 2007 R2 Phone Edition Release Notes (Office_Communicator_2007_R2_Phone_Edition_Relnotes.htm)
• Microsoft Office Communicator Mobile for Windows Mobile Release Notes (Office_Communicator_Mobile_for_Windows_Mobile_Relnotes.htm)

OCS 2007 R2 Resource Kit

Microsoft has released a new book for Office Communications Server 2007 R2, it will be available from February 4
Link Microsoft Press