A gateway connected directly to SwyxServer via SIP, can be used in a variety of scenarios. In applications of this type, the purpose is usually to connect a small to medium-sized branch office. An example scenario is described below.

If you need to link two locations, each of which has its own SwyxServer, please use SwyxLink trunks. See also 17 SwyxLink (Server-Server Connection).

Under normal circumstances, communication between the branch office and headquarters takes place via VPN using a DSL/ADSL IP broadband connection, whereby the communication devices in the branch office have full access to the functions of the SwyxWare in the headquarters.

A wide selection of terminals can be used in the branch office. These include analog phone and fax devices, digital phones, SwyxPhone, computer clients, and SIP phones. All functions of SwyxWare are used.

SwyxIt! Classic as a computer client and SwyxPhone can be integrated seamlessly into the branch office environment alongside existing analog, ISDN and SIP phones. This means that all employees can benefit from the advantages of SwyxWare, without having to work in isolation from the existing infrastructure.