Recommended Devices for Phone System

Skype for Business-optimized devices

Skype for Business-optimized devices help ensure the best experience for voice/video calls and online meetings. While there are other devices that can work with Skype for Business, devices that are not "Skype for Business-optimized" may not provide the same voice/video quality and/or functionality as Skype for Business-optimized devices.

Washburn ITS evaluates Skype for Business-optimized devices for compatibility, quality, and functionality. The recommended devices below have been evaluated and recommended by ITS.

Washburn ITS has evaluated and recommends the following Skype for Business-optimized devices:

Standard Phones

Polycom VVX 310 – VoIP Phone (Primary Phone Deployed on Campus) Black and white display  Dial to select options and features on phone Shows presence Ability to host conference calls VVX 310 Manual Overview and support video
Polycom VVX 410 – VoIP Phone Color display Dial to select options and features on phone Shows presence Ability to host conference calls VVX 410 Manual PDF Overview and support video
Polycom VVX 600 – VoIP Phone Color display Touch controls Shows presence Ability to host conference calls VVX 600 Manual PDF

Recommended Headsets

Plantronics CS540 Wireless Headset Over-the-ear Convertible Requires APPS-51 Connector Below Costs vary around $190
APPS-51 Connector Used with Plantronics CS540, C054, and possibly other models Costs $59 per connector

Color Expansion Module

Polycom VVX Color Expansion Module Specifically for VVX 310, 410, and 600 Model Phones Allows for 84 Additional Contacts (three different screens) Cost is approximately $190 Contact support@washburn.edu if interested in purchasing Department is responsible for purchase

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