The Avaya IP500 Digital Station 16B2 Expansion Module is a valuable addition to the Avaya IP Office system, offering 16 additional digital station ports, thereby increasing the capacity for digital telephones. These ports can be utilized as either Avaya (DS) ports or Nortel (TCM) ports, providing flexibility in connecting various phone series. The DS ports support Avaya 1400, 2400, 5400, and 9500 series phones, while the TCM ports cater to Nortel M7000 and T7000 series phones.
One notable feature of the IP500 Digital Station 16B2 is its refreshed hardware circuitry, an improvement over the original IP500 Digital Station 16, ensuring reliable and efficient performance. It's important to note that while the module can support either DS ports or TCM ports, it cannot accommodate both simultaneously.
To ensure compatibility, the IP500 Digital Station 16B2 works seamlessly with any version of IPO 10.1, IPO 9.1 Service Pack 12 or higher, and IPO 10.0 Service Pack 5 or higher. However, it's crucial to be aware that this expansion module is not compatible with any version of IPO prior to 9.1.
