The Linksys SPA8000 8-Port IP Telephony Gateway is a full featured Analog Terminal Adapter (ATA) for small business enterprises providing enhanced communication services via a broadband connection to the Internet. The SPA8000 features eight RJ-11 FXS ports to connect analog telephones to IP-based data networks &
Includes:: a single multi-port RJ-21 50-pin connector offering an alternative connection choice when deploying the telephony gateway in varied environments. The device also has one 10/100 Base-T RJ-45 Ethernet interface to connect to either a router or multi-layer switch. Solid in design, the SPA8000 is an affordable solution that is ideally suited for use in business & consumer Vo IP service offerings including call centers & multi-dwelling environments. Customers can also protect & extend their investments by continuing to utilize their existing analog telephones & teleconferencing equipment. Installed by the end user & remotely provisioned, configured & maintained by the service provider, each SPA8000 converts voice traffic into data packets for transmission over an IP network & uses common standards for voice & data networking for reliable voice & fax operation.