Using Apache as a Reverse Proxy for Lync Server Step by Step by Drago Totev

Microsoft TMG is going away, so what are you going to use as a Reverse Proxy for your Lync Server? Drago Totev show you how to use Apache as a Reverse Proxy for Lync in his usual clear, step by step manner! 

http://www.lynclog.com/2012/09/configuring-apache-as-reverse-proxy-for.html

First Impression Review: snom 710 IP Deskphone

 

The snom 710 is an entry level phone from snom. (which will presumably eventually supercede the snom 300). My first impression is that this device does not feel like an entry level device by size, button layout, button feel/feedback, speakerphone quality and fit and finish. The only place “entry level” shines through is in LCD resolution and 10/100 switch. I think the 710 will be very welcome to the snom lineup.

Here are some quick observations:

• Hard but grippy buttons
• dedicated voicemail, dial and hang up buttons
• 5 freely definable buttons (green / red lights)
• Transfer soft button
• no rubber handset cradle like 720/760
• very compact
• sits very solidly on a surface
• buttons size and placement is exactly same as executive versions
• no USB expansion like 720/760
• has a UC Edition logo on the box and snom has noted this will be the first 7xx series to be Lync Qualified
• screen is identical to snom 720
• very professional looking device
• HD handset
• Wall mountable with no extra bracket

Cons

• Screen resolution is less than I would have expected. (128x48/backlit/black/white)
• 10/100 switch
• I’ve heard some feedback that the angle is not steep enough

Photos

Below: Closeup of the LCD (128x48/backlit/black/white)

Below: Very close-up of LCD.

Below: 10/100 Ethernet switch and power jack. The 710 is POE enabled.

Below: High angle

Below: Low angle

Below: Wall Mount. Just remove the two base catches and you can mount this on a wall with no additional mounts.

Below: Keypad are hard plastic buttons that have a grippy texture. That are big and feel solid.The 5 defineable buttons on the right also have 1 color LEDs (green) in each button. (This is UNLIKE the snom 720/760 that have bi-color leds) With future UC Edition firmware (not here yet, but noted on the box), these buttons can indicate a Lync Contact’s presence. The Speaker/Headset have green LED to indicate toggle and MUTE red led.

Below: There is no dedicated Transfer button, but there is a context soft button for blind transfer. (You can also use one of the definable buttons for Transfer if this is important)

Below: Speakerphone is below the receiver and seems to work well.

Summary

Once again, the snom 710 is a solid unit with a design and pricepoint that I think will be very welcome.

Enjoy a Day All About #Lync Server 2013 In Sunny Florida on September 27 at MEC

Fellow Lync MVP Tommy Clarke and other Lync Guru’s, Mike Stacey and Derek Derr will be presenting what I’m sure will be good day of Lync sessions.

Sign Up Here:
ttp://www.mecisback.com/enhancedLearning.aspx

“I’m a Mac” Comes Back To Haunt Apple? #iphone #windowsphone #mac #imapc #imamac

 

If the below characteristics were described to you about a new mobile phone in 2012, who would you expect it described?

• Multiple colors to fit personal taste with no “ugly” phone protector
• Design oriented curved glass
• Fresh New UI
• “shake resistant” camera
• The highest resolution screen of major high-end smartphone models
• front and rear cameras whose MP tops other major high-end smart phone models
• Wireless charging built in

The above characteristics are of course describing the coming WindowsPhone8, the Nokia Lumia 920.

In the latest mobile salvo it surely appears Apple and Microsoft have switched roles. What do you think?

Detailed specs from WPCentral:
http://www.wpcentral.com/iphone5-versus-lumia-920

Audiocodes Working to Lync Qualify IP Desk Phones 300HD and 400HD Series

 

While Audiocodes is well known for its Gateways, it is relatively unknown for IP phones. Audiocodes states they are working on Lync Qualification for their 300HD and 400HD series phones. 

• Audiocodes states a Q4 2012 Qualification date
• Audiocodes states they will provide free firmware

Audiocodes IP DeskPHone Page:
http://www.audiocodes.com/ipphones

Source:
http://www.telecomreseller.com/2012/09/13/audiocodes-ip-phones-enter-microsoft-lync-third-party-device-interoperability-program/