This is a common question that comes up when an installer first begins to program the Avaya IP Office Phone System . For some installers, they have not used a computer to program a phone system before. Avaya Partner ACS could easily be programmed through a telephone; however, Avaya IP Office requires a computer to program the voicemail, so many installers must now purchase a laptop.

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So which operating systems are compatible with the Avaya IP Office Programming Software, also known as IP Office Manager? There are several options. You may use a computer with most Microsoft Operating Systems such as Windows XP, or Windows 7, as well as Vista Business, Vista Ultimate, and Vista Enterprise. Vista Home Basic and Vista Home Premium editions are not supported.

Avaya IP Office Manager Software is included when you purchase the Avaya IPO DVD Office User/ Admin set with your Avaya IP Office Phone System.