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SoftPhone Quick Start Guide

SoftPhone is a software application that allows your PC based computer to act as a telephone. SoftPhone can both send and receive voip phone calls directly from your PC.

Receiving a call

When a phone call comes in, your SoftPhone will make a ringing noise.

1. To receive the call, click the Accept button
2. To reject the call, click the Reject button

Note: If you have activated your voice mail, rejected calls will be forwarded to your Voice Mail.

Making a call

To make a phone call with SoftPhone:

1. Enter the number to dial by pressing the number keys
2. Click the Dial button
3. When completed with your call, press the Hangup button

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