ADTRAN

ADTRAN IP business gateways are found in this category, including the NetVanta 6250 with 8 FXS ports and the Total Access 924e Gen 3 and TA 916E, some with a lifeline FXO port.

Businesses use them to keep analog phones, fax lines and alarm lines working while moving to VoIP. A lifeline FXO port gives a fallback phone line if the network fails. Need help with a gateway for a mixed analog and SIP site? Call the KX-TD team at (866) 205-4112.

Before you order

  • Count your analog devices. Each phone, fax or alarm line needs one FXS port, and models here run from 8 to 24 FXS ports.
  • Look for the lifeline FXO. The TA 916E and some 924e units have an FXO port that keeps a phone line working if the network fails.
  • Check the generation. Several items are listed as 3rd Gen or Gen 3, so match it to your existing equipment.
  • Not sure? Send us your phone count and we will help size a gateway.

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ADTRAN gateway buying guide

What a gateway does

An IP business gateway lets analog phones, fax machines and alarm lines work on a VoIP service. The Total Access 908e, 916E and 924e models differ by port count, and the NetVanta 6250 offers 8 FXS ports. Count every analog device first, then add a few spare ports.

FXS, FXO and lifeline

FXS ports connect to analog devices such as phones. An FXO port connects to a phone line. The TA 916E with lifeline FXO and the 924e G3 with lifeline give you a fallback line during a network outage, which matters for alarm and emergency calls.

Mounting and backup power

The rack mount bracket fits the Total Access 904 and 908 units. An 8 hour battery backup is also listed, and it helps keep a gateway running during a short power outage. A 12 FXS port router with a DSX-1 port suits sites with T1 style equipment.

Choosing between similar models

The 908e, 916E and 924e share the same family, and the main difference is port count. If you are replacing a gateway, match the model and generation where you can, since settings often carry over more easily within the same family. Tell us what you are replacing and we can compare.

Common questions

Will a gateway work with my fax machine?

Often yes, but fax over VoIP depends on your provider and settings. Our technical support team can help you check.

Which model do I need for 12 analog phones?

Look at the 924e or 916E, since they offer more ports than the 908e. Send us your count and we will confirm.

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