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2 Getting Started Prerequisites Other SIP IP PBX Call Control Systems The Cisco SPA and Wireless-G IP phones are compatible with other IP PBX call control systems, such as BroadSoft and Asterisk, that use SIP for call processing. Configuration of those systems is not covered in this document. Additional resources for configuring the SPA and Wireless-G IP Phones to work with these systems are available in Appendix C, "Where to Go From Here." Prerequisites This document assumes that you have performed the following prerequisites before administering your Cisco SPA or Wireless-G IP phone. If you have not completed these prerequisites, see the documentation in Appendix C, "Where to Go From Here," for more information. 1. Set up your IP network. 2. Configure the wireless network (required for SPA525G and WIP310). 3. Install and configure the call control system, such as such as a SPA9000, Cisco Unified Communications 500 Series for Small Business, or an Internet-based IP PBX. 4. Update firmware. See Upgrading Firmware, page 20. Upgrading Firmware Phones should be upgraded to the latest firmware before using any administration features. There are various ways to upgrade your firmware: All Phones • Cisco SPA9000 Voice System Setup Wizard-If you are using the SPA and Wireless IP phones with a SPA9000, you can use the Cisco SPA9000 Voice System Setup Wizard to upgrade your phones. See the Cisco SPA9000 Voice System Setup Wizard User Guide. • Autoprovisioning-A configuration file that includes upgrade information is sent downloaded by a user's phone when it is powered on. See the "Upgrading, Resyncing, and Rebooting Phones" section on page 138. 20 Cisco SPA and Wireless IP Phone Administration Guide