How to Create Extension on Elastix

How to Create Extension on Elastix

Elastix server allows its users to manage PBX devices. It is essential to assign extension for each and every telephone device. In this tutorial, we will see about the mechanism to create an extention on Elastix

To Create Extension

Login to your Elastix server Web-UI. Choose the PBX option on the left pane of the dashboard.

Once it is done, choose the SIP device and click submit

Enter the necessary details to create extension.

Once the information is uploaded, click " Apply Config"

Once the extensions are created, you can manage it through operator panel.

Tag : Elastix
FAQ
Q
Why do I have to pay some licences for some parts, isn't this against the spirit of Open Source software?
A
For general IP PBX functionality, you do not require these additional licences. They are supplied by third party companies and generally only extend the functionality of the Elastix product.
Q
Does elastix server provide call center setup?
A
Yes, this includes capabilities like call center software with predicitive dialling
Q
Where Elastix System Recording Files Stored?
A
You can locate the Elastix System Recordings files under /var/lib/asterisk/sounds/custom directory
Q
what is the procedure for creating the partition in elastics?
A
Step is to create system partition requires before installing elastix. We need to create 3 partitions.


1. The System or Boot partition requires minimum 500M which should be mounted on /boot mount point.





2. The Swap partition which should double your RAM size, will be mounted on swap.





3. The Root partition which can set size according to your needs and should be mounted on /.
Q
what is the next step after partitioning the elastix?
A
After the partioning


we need to configure Network and hostname we can either configure the network now or can also be done after the installation is completed