Configuring the Ekiga (Gnome Meeting) software phone

This topic assumes that:

• Ekiga software phone is already installed
• the information necessary for connection of the phone is available.

1. Run the application and wait for the softphone to display on your screen.
2. On the toolbar, go to Edit > Accounts.
3. In the Accounts dialog box, click Add.
4. This opens the dialog where a new phone account can be created.

Account settings dialog

5. In Registrator, type IP address or DNS name of the PBXPrivate Branch Exchange - System that connects telephone extensions and switches calls..
6. In entries User and Password, type the SIP usernameAn username for authenticating provided by a SIP provider. and SIP passwordA password for authenticating provided by a SIP provider. for your account provided by your administrator. (see topic Creating extensions)