Creating an extension in FusionPBX is a straightforward process that allows administrators to set up and manage extensions for their organization’s phone system.
To create an extension in FusionPBX, follow these steps:
- Log in to the FusionPBX web interface as an administrator.
- From the main menu, go to “Apps” > “Extensions.”
- In the “Extensions” page, click the “Add” button to create a new extension.
- In the “Add Extension” form, enter the extension number and other details for the extension, such as the password, caller ID name, and email address.
- Under the “Assign Device” section, select the type of device that the extension will be used with (e.g. SIP phone, softphone, etc.).
- Under the “Assign Gateway” section, select the gateway that the extension will use to make and receive calls.
- Click the “Save” button to create the extension.
Once you have created the extension, you can assign it to a user and set up call routing rules to control how calls are handled. You can also use the FusionPBX web interface to customize the extension’s settings, such as voicemail options and call forwarding rules.
What is fusion PBX?
FusionPBX is a free and open-source PBX (private branch exchange) software that allows businesses and organizations to set up and manage their own phone system. It provides a range of features and tools for managing extensions, routing calls, and configuring voicemail and call forwarding options.
How to install Fusion PBX?
To install FusionPBX, you will need a server running a compatible operating system (such as CentOS, Ubuntu, or Debian) and a working installation of FreeSWITCH. Once you have these prerequisites in place, you can follow these steps to install FusionPBX:
Download the latest version of FusionPBX from the official website.
Extract the downloaded file and copy the FusionPBX folder to the desired location on your server.
Navigate to the FusionPBX folder and run the “install.sh” script to start the installation process.
Follow the prompts in the installation wizard to complete the setup process. This will include setting up a database, creating an administrator account, and configuring the FreeSWITCH settings.
Once the installation is complete, you can access the FusionPBX web interface by opening a web browser and navigating to the URL of your server.