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Dec 30, 2024 - 07:45 AM
Connecting a Yealink phone to RingCentral involves configuring the device to work with RingCentral's VoIP service. Here are the steps:
1. Check CompatibilityEnsure your Yealink phone is supported by RingCentral. Common models like the Yealink T4 and T5 series are typically compatible.
2. Prepare the Phone
- Factory Reset: It's recommended to reset the phone to factory settings before provisioning.
- On the phone, go to: Menu → Settings → Advanced Settings → Reset to Factory.
- Default admin password may be
adminor provided by your organization.
3. Get Your RingCentral Credentials
Log in to your RingCentral account to retrieve the SIP settings:
- Navigate to: Admin Portal → Phone System → Phones & Devices.
- Select the phone or add a new device and note the SIP details (Username, Password, Domain, and Proxy Server).
4. Manual Provisioning
If your Yealink phone is not automatically provisioned, you'll need to configure it manually:
Access Web Interface:
- Find the IP address of the Yealink phone: On the phone, go to Menu → Status → Network.
- Enter the IP address in your web browser to access the phone’s web interface.
Log In:
- Default credentials: Username:
admin, Password:admin.
- Default credentials: Username:
Configure SIP Account:
- Go to Account → Register and fill out the following:
- Register Name: SIP Username (from RingCentral).
- User Name: SIP Username (same as above).
- Password: SIP Password (from RingCentral).
- SIP Server: Enter the domain or proxy server provided by RingCentral.
- Go to Account → Register and fill out the following:
Save Settings:
- Click Confirm to save your configuration.
5. Automatic Provisioning (Recommended)
If supported by RingCentral:
- Log in to your RingCentral account.
- Navigate to Phone System → Phones & Devices → Add Device.
- Choose Provision an Existing Phone and follow the instructions to provision the Yealink phone.
6. Reboot the Phone
Restart the Yealink phone to apply the new configuration. Once it reboots, it should connect to the RingCentral network.
7. Test the Connection
Make a test call to ensure the phone is registered and functioning properly.
If you encounter issues, contact RingCentral support or consult your IT team for assistance.
