Objective
Set up a static IP address settings for a Cisco IP Phone 8861 model using the web GUI or phone GUI. Switching a phone from DHCP to a static IP can be a useful way to address connectivity issues.
Applies To
- Cisco IP Phone 8861
Procedure
Configure Using the Web GUI
- Access the web utility (GUI).
- Log in as Admin.
- Click Voice > System.
- Under IPv4 Settings select Static IP.
- Enter the IP address of the phone.
- Enter the Gateway address.
- Enter the Subnet.
- Enter Primary DNS.
- Click Submit All Changes.
The phone will apply the configuration settings and return to the web utility page after the update.
Configure Using the Phone GUI
- Press Settings.
- Select Network Configuration.
- Select IPv4 address settings.
- Select Static IP.
- Enter the IP address of the phone.
- Enter the Gateway address.
- Enter the Subnet.
- Enter Primary DNS.
- Select Set.
The GUI will display a message that configuration settings are being applied.