What does your business need to upgrade to a VoIP phone system?

A VoIP telephone system is a modern, cost effective alternative to the traditional PBX telephone system.

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As a UK VoIP provider, we often get asked about the kind of things that a business needs in order to upgrade to VoIP.

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What is needed for a VoIP phone system?

The answer, in short is: a 'decent' fibre broadband connection.

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VoIP uses your broadband connection to make and receive calls, therefore, a reliable, stable internet connection is the main requirement for a VoIP phone system.

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Typically, a fibre to the cabinet (FTTC) connection of at least 32Mbps is needed to ensure that your VoIP calls are high quality and that you do not suffer from dropouts.

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Other requirements for a VoIP phone system are:

• VoIP compatible handsets (we can supply these with your new Commsplus VoIP system)
• Good bandwidth
• SIP Trunks (we'll also supply these when you upgrade to a VoIP phone system)

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Still confused about 'VoIP'? Read: VoIP: The facts

What if I don't have these things?

If your business has a poor internet connection, give us a call.

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As a registered internet service provider, we may be able to help you upgrade to faster, more reliable broadband, this includes upgrading your business to a fibre broadband connection, where available.

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Unfortunately, rural businesses far away from 'green street cabinets' may not have a stable or fast enough broadband connection to support a VoIP telephone system. However, you could upgrade to a leased line.

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A leased line is a dedicated fibre to the premises connection, giving your business superfast, unimpeded speeds. Businesses can now take advantage of our new voucher scheme, offering up to £2,500 off your new leased line installation.

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If you're looking to upgrade to VoIP, there has never been a better time. Commsplus are offering VoIP telephony from just £10pm.