Hardware, software

Every workplace at the University of Vienna may feature a u:phone device. Additional IT services enable the modern use of the telephone service.

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Form u:phone-Apparat bestellen (ordering a u:phone device)

Form u:phone-Zubehör bestellen (ordering u:phone accessories)

Ordering a u:phone device

Use the form u:phone-Apparat bestellen (ordering a u:phone device).

  • The u:phone device is subject to a charge. When you order your u:phone, you have to confirm that you have notified your superior responsible for the budget about the costs.
  • Devices are allocated to specific rooms. Only the u:phone team is allowed to move u:phone devices.
  • Devices other than the ones listed here may not be connected to the telephone system.

    OpenStage 60

    u:phone-Apparat OpenStage 60

    Standard device for workplace

    Costs: EUR 200.00 (including VAT)

    OpenStage 40

    u:phone-Apparat OpenStage 40

    Device for extra rooms (e.g. seminar halls, lecture halls, social rooms)

    Costs: EUR 140.00 (including VAT)

    Konftel 300IP

    u:phone-Apparat Konftel 300IP

    Conference device for meeting rooms. They can be ordered by the ZID on request.

    Costs: on request

    Headsets and additional accessories

    Use the form u:phone-Zubehör bestellen (ordering u:phone accessories).

    You can order the following accessories from the ZID:

    • Corded headset: EncorePro by Plantronics (recommended)
    • Corded headset: SupraPlus by Plantronics (recommended)
    • Connection to OpenStage60: Connection cable U10P-S19
    • Connection to the laptop: USB adapter DA45
    • New telephone receiver
    • New cable for the telephone receiver
    • Additional power adapter
    • Wall mount for OpenStage40
    • Keypad module for OpenStage60

     Note

    You can use any wireless Bluetooth headset. However, the ZID recommends using corded headsets.

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    Webfax

    Use the Webfax website to send a Webfax.

    Webfax sends faxes via your PC and delivers them via e-mail in PDF format. Every Premium profile has access to Webfax automatically.

     Note

    If you are not in the range of the University of Vienna’s data network, you require a VPN connection to access Webfax.

    Using OpenScape online

    Use the website OpenScape WebClient.

    To log in, you require an active employee u:account and a Premium profile. You can use the OpenScape WebClient on any computer that has an internet connection.

    You can use the following OpenScape WebClient functionalities:

    • Editing individual profile settings (e.g. setting up call forwarding)
    • Viewing the call journal
    • Getting an e-mail if you miss a call
    • Checking the availability of confirmed contacts

     Note

    If you are not in the range of the University of Vienna’s data network, you require a VPN connection to access Webfax.

    Using the locally installed OpenScape software

    Download the OpenScape software (desktop client) from the software distribution server (SWD server).

    To log in, you require an active employee u:account. Install the software on your computer. You can only activate the desktop client with an active Premium profile. 

    You can use the following functionalities of the locally installed OpenScape software:

    • Making phone calls using a headset
    • Sharing instant messenger messages with confirmed contacts
    • Editing individual profile settings (e.g. setting up call forwarding)
    • Viewing the call journal
    • Getting an e-mail if you miss a call
    • Checking the availability of confirmed contacts
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