Cisco IP Phone Troubleshooting
Phone Cannot Connect to TFTP Server or to Cisco Unified Communications Manager
Problem
If the network is down between the phone and either the TFTP server or Cisco Unified Communications
Manager, the phone cannot start up properly.
Solution
Ensure that the network is currently running.
Phone Cannot Connect to TFTP Server
Problem
The TFTP server settings may not be correct.
Solution
Check the TFTP settings.
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Phone Cannot Connect to Server
Problem
The IP addressing and routing fields may not be configured correctly.
Solution
You should verify the IP addressing and routing settings on the phone. If you are using DHCP, the DHCP
server should provide these values. If you have assigned a static IP address to the phone, you must enter these
values manually.
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Phone Cannot Connect Using DNS
Problem
The DNS settings may be incorrect.
Solution
If you use DNS to access the TFTP server or Cisco Unified Communications Manager, you must ensure that
you specify a DNS server.
Related Topics
Check TFTP
Settings, on page 200
Check DHCP
Settings, on page 201
Verify DNS
Settings, on page 203
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