Cisco CP-7971G-GE Full English Product Description
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Cisco CP-7971G-GE Unified 8-Line Executive Gigabit Touchscreen IP Desk Phone (Dual SCCP / SIP Protocol), 4.5-inch 320×234 12-Bit Backlit Color Capacitive Touch LCD Display, Dual 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Integrated Switch Ports for PC Passthrough, Single IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE Support (No Legacy Pre-Standard Inline Power), Full-Duplex Echo-Canceling Narrowband Hands-Free Speakerphone, Eight Programmable Backlit Tricolor BLF Line/Feature Keys, Five Independent Dedicated Hard Keys (Messages, Directories, Settings, Services, Help), Built-In RJ9 Dedicated Headset Port, HAC Hearing-Aid Compatible Handset, Dark Gray ABS Chassis with Silver Front Bezel, 0–60° Multi-Angle Adjustable Desktop Foot Stand, Wall Mountable, Compatible with CP-7914 Line Expansion Modules, Ideal for C-Suite Executives, Senior Managers, Executive Assistants and Premium High-Traffic Multi-Line Executive VoIP Deployments
Full Commercial Overview
The Cisco CP-7971G-GE is a flagship eight-line executive touchscreen IP phone within the Cisco Unified IP Phone 7900 Series, functionally identical to the CP-7970G with two critical hardware differences: integrated dual Gigabit Ethernet switch ports and incompatibility with Cisco legacy pre-standard inline PoE power, only supporting industry-standard IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE or an external AC power adapteralliancene....
This premium executive device is engineered for C-suite leaders, senior department managers and executive assistants managing high-volume multi-line calls, shared executive extensions and real-time BLF presence monitoring. The capacitive color touchscreen delivers intuitive one-tap navigation for calls, corporate directories and custom XML enterprise applications, while eight programmable line keys offer expanded multi-line capacity compared to six-line 796X series phones.
This phone supports dual native VoIP signaling protocols for flexible enterprise deployments: proprietary SCCP (Skinny Client Control Protocol) optimized for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM), and open standard SIP v2 for Cisco Unified SRST disaster recovery gateways and third-party SIP PBX systems. MGCP protocol support is fully removed from this model.
Core Hardware & Feature Differentiators vs Other 7900 Series Models
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Dual integrated 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switch ports: The primary distinction from the CP-7970G (Fast Ethernet only). Gigabit throughput supports bandwidth-heavy desktop PCs running video conferencing, cloud applications and large file transfers without network bottlenecksalliancene....
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No support for Cisco legacy pre-standard inline PoE: Only compliant with official IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE switches. When using a non-standard Cisco inline power source, the CP-7971G-GE cannot operate, unlike the CP-7970G which accepts both power standardsalliancene....
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4.5-inch backlit 12-bit color capacitive touchscreen LCD (320×234 resolution): Flagship executive touch interface enabling direct tap control of calls, directories and XML business applications; 4096-color depth with adjustable backlight brightnessalliancene....
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Eight programmable tricolor backlit BLF line/feature keys: Expanded eight-line capacity, two additional programmable keys versus six-line CP-7965G and lower-tier models, ideal for executive assistants monitoring multiple executive shared lines.
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CP-7914 expansion module compatibility: Supports attachment of one or two CP-7914 14-button monochrome expansion units to add bulk programmable speed dial and shared line monitoring keys for high-volume executive reception workflows.
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Factory pre-installed X.509v3 digital security certificates: Enables native device authentication against CUCM servers, streamlining enterprise network security compliance and eliminating manual certificate deployment overhead.
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Built-in dedicated RJ9 headset jack: Native wired headset operation without external adapter hardware, a feature omitted from low-tier single-line 7906G/7912G phones.
The chassis is constructed from scratch-resistant textured dark gray recyclable polycarbonate ABS plastic with a silver decorative front bezel. It ships with a fully adjustable foldable desktop foot stand supporting viewing angles from flat 0° up to 60° for ergonomic touchscreen interaction; the foot stand can be fully detached for vertical wall mounting via keyed rear chassis cutouts, optional dedicated wall-mount brackets are sold separately.
The CP-7971G-GE reached official End-of-Sale (EoS) status in 2008, with Cisco issuing a formal EOL notice in 2010Cisco. Only limited critical security vulnerability and bug-fix maintenance support remains active, with no new feature firmware releases planned. Remote bulk provisioning, unattended mass firmware upgrades and centralized device monitoring are fully supported via TFTP auto-provisioning servers and embedded HTTPS web administration portal, fully compatible with Cisco CallManager 4.1 and later CUCM/CUCM Express releases, as well as Cisco Unified SRST fallback voice gateways.
Hardware & Physical Design Architecture
1. Chassis & Mounting Options
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Form factor: Low-profile desktop body equipped with a multi-angle adjustable foldable foot stand (0°–60° tilt) for customizable ergonomic touchscreen viewing angles; foot stand is fully removable for vertical wall mounting via keyed integrated rear chassis mounting cutouts.
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Chassis material: Textured matte dark gray rigid recyclable polycarbonate ABS plastic with silver front decorative bezel, scratch-resistant for daily executive office workspace usage.
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Physical Dimensions (H × W × D, excluding handset): 23.03cm × 26.67cm × 15.24cm (9.07 × 10.5 × 6 inches)Cisco.
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Total Unit Weight (including standard coiled handset): Approximately 1.47 kg (3.25 lbs)Cisco.
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Operating Environment (Indoor Use Only):
Operating Temperature: 0°C ~ +40°C (32°F ~ 104°F)
Storage Temperature: -10°C ~ +60°C (14°F ~ 140°F)
Operating Humidity: 10% – 95% non-condensing
Storage Humidity: 10% – 95% non-condensing
2. Key Layout, LCD Display & Control Hardware
The CP-7971G-GE integrates a large backlit 12-bit color capacitive touch LCD paired with eight vertical backlit programmable BLF line keys, streamlined dedicated function hard keys and tactile control components optimized for executive multi-line workflows:
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4.5-inch backlit 12-bit color capacitive touch graphical LCD display: 320×234 pixel high-resolution screen with adjustable contrast and backlight brightness; supports visual Caller ID name/number, real-time call timers, local call history logs, color XML visual enterprise application rendering, Unicode double-byte character multi-language support, system menu navigation, date/time clock, eight independent line status indicators and voicemail MWI alert notifications. Unique touchscreen tap navigation enables direct interaction with on-screen call controls, directories and business applications without physical button inputalliancene....
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Eight vertical backlit tricolor LED illuminated programmable BLF line/feature keys: Visual real-time line state signaling for eight independent DNs (solid green = idle line; solid green steady = active call/intercom; flashing green = held call; steady amber = DND/privacy/one-way intercom; flashing amber = incoming/reverting call; solid red = remote shared line in use / BLF occupied status)Cisco.
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Five independent dedicated one-touch fixed function hard keys: Messages, Directories, Settings, Services, Help, providing instant access to core phone features without navigating multi-layer softkey menus.
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Standard 12-key tactile numeric dial pad (0–9, *, #) with rounded tactile keys compliant with ADA global accessibility standards for easy dialing in busy executive office environments.
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Four context-sensitive dynamic softkeys positioned directly below the touchscreen LCD, dynamically mapped to real-time on-screen menu options for call transfer, three-way conference, speed dial management and advanced call feature configuration.
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Central five-way directional navigation rocker with integrated select button, supplementary to the touchscreen for users preferring physical key scrolling of contact directories, call logs and device configuration menus.
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Auxiliary dedicated control keys: Volume Up/Down rocker (adjustable decibel tuning for handset receiver, speakerphone and ringtone output), Redial shortcut key, End Call key, dedicated Mute hard key with status LED, dedicated Speakerphone hard key with status LED.
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Vertical red Message Waiting Indicator (MWI) LED on the top chassis edge to notify users of unheard voicemail messages, with persistent steady red illumination until voicemail portal retrieval.
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Built-in full-duplex echo-canceling narrowband hands-free speakerphone with integrated microphone for two-way conference audio; dedicated RJ9 modular analog headset jack integrated on the chassis for permanent wired headset connections during long-duration private executive calls.
3. Audio Subsystem & Supported Voice Codecs
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Ergonomic analog coiled narrowband handset with noise-isolating receiver, certified HAC (Hearing-Aid Compatible) to meet TIA 810A and ADA global accessibility standards for users wearing hearing assistive devices; supports magnetic coupling with approved hearing aids.
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Full-duplex echo-canceling narrowband hands-free speakerphone with integrated microphone, optimized for clear two-way executive conference call audio, with automatic acoustic feedback suppression and background noise reduction.
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Dedicated RJ9 modular analog headset port supporting all standard wired office headsets for long-duration private calls, narrowband headset audio fully supported.
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Supported voice audio encode/decode codecs for SCCP/SIP media streams: G.711a-law, G.711mu-law, G.729a, G.729AB low-bitrate codecCisco.
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Voice quality optimization features: Voice Activity Detection (VAD), Comfort Noise Generation (CNG), silence suppression, error concealment and adaptive acoustic echo cancellation to eliminate artificial silent line background noise during idle call periods.
Network, Power & Hardware Interfaces
1. Dual 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Ethernet Switched RJ45 Ports
Two auto-sensing 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet ports with integrated mini internal network switch, enabling seamless daisy-chaining of high-bandwidth desktop PCs without additional wall-mounted network jacks, reducing office cabling infrastructure costs:
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Primary WAN Network Port (labeled “10/100/1000 SW”): Connects the IP phone to corporate LAN switches, VoIP gateways or CUCM voice servers for SCCP/SIP call control signaling and RTP voice media data streams.
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Secondary PC Access Port (labeled “10/100/1000 PC”): Provides direct Gigabit wired network connectivity for attached laptops, desktop workstations or POS terminals routed through the phone’s integrated switch.
Supported networking standards:
IPv4 addressing only (DHCP dynamic IP assignment or static manual IP configuration), Cisco Discovery Protocol (CDP), LLDP-MED device discovery, 802.1Q voice VLAN tagging, 802.1p Layer 2 QoS traffic prioritization, DSCP differentiated services marking, STUN NAT traversal for remote branch office deployments, SNTP network time synchronization, native support for Cisco Unified SRST SIP fallback registration for WAN connectivity failure disaster recovery.
2. Dual Power Supply Options (IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE Only; No Legacy Pre-Standard Inline Power)
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IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE (primary power source): Only compatible with official industry-standard IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE network switches;Cisco proprietary pre-standard inline power is not supported(core differentiation from CP-7970G)alliancene....
Input rating: 44V–57V DC PoE power input from all compliant Cisco Catalyst PoE switches; typical power draw 0.25A at 48VDC.
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Optional external 48V DC universal AC-to-DC power cube (sold separately, part number CP-PWR-CUBE-3=) for non-PoE network environments lacking PoE-enabled switches; regional country-specific AC power cords available as separate accessories.
3. Rear Panel Physical Interfaces
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RJ11 modular handset jack for connecting the coiled narrowband handset cord
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Dual RJ45 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet PoE switched ports (Network uplink + PC access port)
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Dedicated RJ9 analog headset audio jack
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CP-7914 expansion module dedicated connector port for attaching one or two 14-button line expansion modules
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DC 48V auxiliary power input jack for optional external AC power adapter
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Recessed pinhole password-protected factory reset button to restore all device firmware and configuration settings to factory default values
Core Telephony Feature Set
All calling and device configuration functions are provisioned via CUCM / Cisco Unified SRST / third-party SIP PBX auto-provisioning templates; routine call operations are triggered via touchscreen tap navigation, dedicated independent function keys, LCD softkey navigation or dedicated physical Hold, Mute, Speakerphone and Volume keys:
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Eight-Line Multi-Call Handling
Supports eight independent directory number (DN) line registrations with multi-call-per-line appearance, enabling multiple concurrent active calls on each executive office line plus native call waiting functionality. Call hold, consultative call transfer and three-way ad-hoc audio conference calls are accessed via touchscreen controls or LCD softkey menus. Supports call swap between multiple active calls, automatic last-number redial via dedicated Redial key. Eight vertical line keys support BLF presence monitoring for multi-user shared executive front-office auxiliary voice lines. SCCP mode supports Cisco Unified Video Advantage video calling (video features unavailable under SIP signaling mode).
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Caller ID & Personalization Features
Visual Caller ID name/number displayed on the large backlit color touch LCD screen; adjustable ringtone volume and more than 24 selectable distinct ringtone tone options, customizable unique ring alert patterns for internal vs external incoming calls. Local device configuration menu accessible via dedicated Settings hard key or direct touchscreen navigation for volume, ringtone and network parameter adjustments. Multiple configurable local speed dial numbers programmed via CUCM server-side settings or local phone menus. Multi-language menu support for over 30 global languages, supporting Unicode double-byte character XML-based localized application rendering.
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Executive & Executive Assistant Workplace Calling Functions
One-touch redial via dedicated physical key, persistent MWI voicemail indicator via touchscreen pop-up alerts and top chassis MWI LED, call forward all/busy/no answer routing rules configurable via CUCM/SIP PBX server-side settings, call park and call pickup functionality, intercom auto-answer calling for cross-department internal staff coordination, toll bar call blocking override support for authorized emergency outbound calling, Extension Mobility (EM) user profile roaming support for shared executive office workstations, expansion module-supported bulk speed dial and shared executive line monitoring.
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Local Call Log Storage
Onboard persistent flash memory storage for dialed outgoing calls, received answered calls and missed incoming calls; full call history data viewable directly via touchscreen or embedded web administration portal.
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Voicemail MWI Integration
Native Message Waiting Indicator (MWI) notification delivered via SCCP/SIP SUBSCRIBE/NOTIFY messaging; visual touchscreen pop-up alerts plus steady red chassis MWI LED illumination notify users of unheard voicemail messages, with voicemail portal retrieval accessible via dedicated Messages one-touch hard key or direct touchscreen tap.
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Supported Security Call Features
Anonymous incoming call rejection, outbound caller ID blocking configurable via PBX/server-side settings, end-to-end encrypted SCCP/SIP call control signaling (TLS 1.2) and encrypted narrowband voice media streams (SRTP AES-128 encryption) for secure confidential executive office voice communications. Factory pre-installed X.509v3 digital authentication certificates enable native device identity verification against CUCM servers out of the box, eliminating manual certificate deployment steps for enterprise security policies.
Security & Remote Device Management Capabilities
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End-to-End Encrypted Narrowband Voice & Signaling Communications
TLS transport layer encryption for all SCCP/SIP call setup and control signaling; SRTP AES-128 encrypted RTP narrowband voice media data streams to prevent unauthorized wired or wireless call audio interception on shared corporate office network infrastructures. Factory preloaded X.509v3 identity certificates eliminate manual certificate provisioning overhead for enterprise network security compliance.
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Multi-Tier Access Permission Controls
Separate administrator and end-user access privilege levels protected by unique alphanumeric authentication passwords; password-locked factory reset function to block unauthorized wiping of shared executive office line registrations, speed dial configuration data and network provisioning parameters.
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Centralized Auto-Provisioning & Unattended Firmware Upgrades
Fully unattended remote bulk firmware upgrades pushed via TFTP secure auto-provisioning servers, fully compatible with CUCM, CUCM Express and Cisco Unified SRST SIP fallback voice gateways. Embedded HTTPS web-based local administration portal for on-site device configuration and real-time eight-line registration status monitoring.
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System Monitoring & Built-In Network Diagnostics
Real-time device status tracking available via CUCM / Cisco Unified SRST management consoles, including online/offline LAN connectivity status, eight-line SCCP/SIP registration state, active call session auditing and centralized syslog event logging for complete office network telephony audit trails; integrated built-in ping diagnostic tool for local LAN connectivity troubleshooting.
Environmental & Regulatory Compliance Certifications
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Regulatory EMI/EMC: FCC Part 15 Class B electromagnetic interference compliance, CE marking per EU EMC directive, AS/NZS CISPR22 Class B certification, ICES-003 Class B, VCCI Class B.
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Safety certifications: UL / C-UL 60950 Second Edition electrical safety certification, EN 60950 Second Edition (including A11 and A12), IEC 60950 Second Edition, CSA C22.2 No. 60950, AS/NZS 60950, GB4943 China national electrical safety standard.
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Telecom regulatory approvals: FCC Part 68 telecom terminal device certification, TIA 810A HAC hearing aid compatibility standard.
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Memory architecture: 8MB flash memory for persistent firmware, speed dial and network configuration storage; 32MB SDRAM runtime memory for SCCP/SIP narrowband call processing and network stack operation.
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Lifecycle Status: Long-discontinued End-of-Sale (EoS); limited critical security/bug maintenance support only, no new feature firmware development.
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Warranty: Standard one-year limited Cisco hardware warranty for commercial executive office, retail, hospitality and enterprise end-user deployments.
Key Specification Bullet Points
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Model Number: Cisco CP-7971G-GE (Textured Dark Gray Eight-Line Gigabit Touchscreen Executive Unified IP Phone with Silver Bezel; No alternate white chassis variant available)
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Device Type: Flagship Touchscreen Full-Featured Eight-Line Narrowband Unified IP VoIP Desk Phone (Dual Native SCCP / SIP Dual Protocol), 4.5-inch 320×234 Backlit 12-Bit Color Capacitive Touch Graphical LCD Display, Dual 10/100/1000BASE-T Gigabit Integrated Switch Ports for PC Passthrough, Full-Duplex Narrowband Echo-Canceling Two-Way Hands-Free Speakerphone, Built-In Dedicated RJ9 Headset Port, CP-7914 Line Expansion Module Compatible, IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE Only (No Pre-Standard Inline Power)
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Supported Telephony Protocols: SCCP (Skinny Client Control Protocol) Primary for Cisco CUCM / UCME (supports Cisco Unified Video Advantage); SIP v2 Open Standard for Third-Party SIP PBX / Cisco Unified SRST Fallback (MGCP not supported)
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Supported Voice Audio Codecs: G.711a / G.711u, G.729a, G.729AB Low Bitrate Codec
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Display: 4.5-inch Backlit 12-Bit Color Capacitive Touch Graphical LCD Screen; 320×234 High Pixel Resolution, Adjustable Contrast & Backlight Brightness, Multi-Language Global Menu Support, Unicode Double-Byte Character & Rich Color XML Enterprise Application Rendering, Direct Tap Touchscreen Call Control
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Fixed Hardware Function Keys: Eight Programmable Backlit Tricolor BLF Line/Feature Keys, Five Independent Dedicated Hard Keys (Messages, Directories, Settings, Services, Help), Dedicated Hold, Redial, Transfer, Conference, Mute, Speakerphone Hard Keys; Four Dynamic LCD Context Softkeys, Five-Way Navigation Rocker with Select Button, Standard ADA-Compliant 12-Key Numeric Dial Pad
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Audio Features: HAC Hearing-Aid Compatible Narrowband Handset Receiver, Full-Duplex Echo-Canceling Two-Way Narrowband Hands-Free Speakerphone, Built-In Dedicated RJ9 Headset Port, VAD Voice Activity Detection, CNG Comfort Noise Generation, Silence Suppression & Error Concealment, Adaptive Acoustic Echo Cancellation
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Physical Interfaces: 1 x RJ11 Handset Port, Dual 10/100/1000BASE-TX RJ45 Gigabit Switched PoE Ports (Network Uplink + PC Access Port), Dedicated RJ9 Headset Jack, CP-7914 Expansion Module Connector, 48V DC Aux Power Input Jack, Password-Protected Factory Reset Pinhole
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Power Specifications: IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE Only (Cisco Pre-Standard Inline Power Not Supported); Optional Separate 48V DC Universal AC Power Cube (CP-PWR-CUBE-3=, Sold Separately)
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Mounting Method: 0–60° fully adjustable foldable desktop foot stand as standard; Wall mountable via keyed integrated rear chassis cutouts (Optional separate wall-mount accessory brackets available)
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Supported QoS & Networking Features: IPv4 DHCP/Static IP Assignment, CDP / LLDP-MED Device Discovery, 802.1Q Voice VLAN Tagging, 802.1p Layer 2 QoS Prioritization, DSCP Differentiated Services Marking, 802.1X LAN Security Supplicant + EAPOL Pass-Through, STUN NAT Traversal, SNTP Network Time Synchronization, Cisco Unified SRST Dual SIP Registration Support
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Security Features: TLS 1.2 Encrypted SCCP/SIP Call Signaling, SRTP AES 128-Bit Encrypted Narrowband Voice Media Streams, Factory Pre-Installed X.509v3 Digital Authentication Certificates, Dual-Level Admin/User Password Access Control, Password-Locked Factory Reset, Embedded HTTPS Web Administration Interface
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Core Telephony Call Features: Eight Independent SIP/SCCP Line Registrations with BLF Presence Monitoring, Multi-Call-Per-Line Appearance, Supports Multiple Concurrent Calls + Call Waiting, Touchscreen Tap + Softkey-Accessible Hold / Redial / Transfer / Conference Functions, Full-Duplex Two-Way Narrowband Hands-Free Speakerphone, Built-In Headset Support, SCCP-Exclusive Cisco Unified Video Advantage Video Calling, Touchscreen Pop-Up MWI Voicemail Message Waiting Alerts, Anonymous Call Rejection, Outbound Caller ID Blocking, Call Forward All/Busy/No Answer, Call Park & Call Pickup, Intercom Auto-Answer Calling, Extension Mobility (EM) User Profile Roaming, CP-7914 Expansion Module Support for Extra Line/Speed Dial Keys, Local Programmable Speed Dials, Local Call History Log Storage, XML LDAP Corporate Directory Lookup, XML Hosted Enterprise Application Rendering, Multi-Language Global Menu Support, Capacitive Touchscreen Direct Call Navigation
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Management Tools: TFTP Secure Remote Auto-Provisioning, Unattended Bulk Remote Firmware Upgrades, Embedded Web-Based Local Admin Portal, CUCM / Third-Party SIP PBX Centralized Device Monitoring, Syslog Event Logging, Built-In Ping Network Diagnostic Tool
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Target Deployment Scenarios: C-Suite Executive private office workstations, senior department manager multi-line desks, executive assistant high-volume multi-line reception stations, premium enterprise executive VoIP environments requiring eight independent multi-call lines, BLF colleague presence monitoring, Gigabit Ethernet high-bandwidth desktop PC passthrough network capability, permanent wired headset support, intuitive touchscreen navigation and SCCP video calling compatibility, networks standardized on IEEE 802.3af PoE (no legacy Cisco inline power deployments)
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Lifecycle Status: Long-discontinued End-of-Sale (EoS); limited critical security/bug maintenance support only, no new feature firmware development
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Warranty: One-year limited Cisco hardware warranty
Model Quick Reference
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CP-7971G-GE is the flagship eight-line Gigabit touchscreen dual-protocol executive IP phone of the Cisco Unified IP Phone 7900 Series, supporting native SCCP (with video calling) and open SIP / SRST fallback protocols, purpose-built for C-suite executives, senior managers and executive assistants with high daily multi-line call volumes, featuring eight programmable backlit tricolor BLF line keys, unique 4.5-inch high-resolution 12-bit color capacitive touch LCD, narrowband audio, five independent dedicated one-touch function hard keys, full two-way narrowband hands-free speakerphone, integrated dual-port Gigabit Ethernet switch for high-bandwidth desktop PC daisy-chaining, native dedicated headset jack support and CP-7914 expansion module compatibility for scalable line capacity. Key distinction from CP-7970G: Gigabit Ethernet and incompatibility with Cisco pre-standard inline PoE power.
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Core positioning: Flagship eight-line executive narrowband VoIP endpoint with industry-first capacitive color touchscreen LCD within the 7900 series product line, differentiated from entry-level single-line 7900 models (CP-7911G / 7912G) and mid-tier six-line CP-7965G by three critical hardware upgrades: eight programmable backlit tricolor BLF line keys supporting eight independent DNs, proprietary capacitive color touchscreen for direct tap call control, expanded executive-focused multi-line capacity for executive assistants managing multiple executive extensions. It is the Gigabit PoE-standardized variant of the CP-7970G Fast Ethernet executive touchscreen phone, designed for modern enterprise networks exclusively deployed with IEEE 802.3af PoE switches.
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Key internal series differentiation vs other 7900 series models:
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CP-7902G / CP-7905G / CP-7906G: Single line, monitor-only one-way speaker (no hands-free calling), single Fast Ethernet port only (no PC passthrough), limited narrowband codecs only, no graphical LCD (7902G)
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CP-7911G / CP-7912G: Single line, basic full two-way narrowband hands-free speakerphone, dual Fast Ethernet switch ports for PC passthrough, smaller low-resolution non-touch LCD screen, no dedicated independent Messages/Directories/Settings hard keys, no touchscreen interface
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CP-7940G / CP-7941G / CP-7942G / CP-7945G: Two independent multi-call lines with BLF presence monitoring, dual SCCP/SIP protocol support, narrowband/wideband hands-free speakerphone, dual Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet switch ports, medium-size non-touch LCD screen, no eight-line BLF key panel, no touchscreen interface, no expansion module compatibility
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CP-7960G / CP-7961G / CP-7962G / CP-7965G: Six independent multi-call lines with BLF presence monitoring, dual SCCP/SIP dual-protocol support, narrowband/wideband hands-free speakerphone, dual Fast Ethernet/Gigabit Ethernet switch ports, non-touch grayscale/color LCD screen, six-line BLF key panel (two fewer than CP-7971G-GE), no capacitive touchscreen input
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CP-7970G: Eight-line touchscreen executive phone, identical feature set to CP-7971G-GE, dual 10/100 Fast Ethernet ports, supports both Cisco pre-standard inline power and IEEE 802.3af PoE
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CP-7971G-GE: Eight independent multi-call lines with backlit tricolor BLF presence monitoring, unified dual native SCCP/SIP dual-protocol support (MGCP removed), full narrowband echo-canceling hands-free speakerphone, dual 10/100/1000 Gigabit Ethernet switch ports, exclusive 4.5-inch 12-bit color capacitive touch LCD with direct tap navigation, eight dedicated programmable BLF line keys (two extra than six-line models), five dedicated independent function hard keys, full CP-7914 expansion module compatibility, factory pre-installed X.509v3 digital authentication certificates, narrowband-only audio codec set, Gigabit Ethernet ports,only IEEE 802.3af PoE supported (no legacy Cisco pre-standard inline power), flagship executive touchscreen Gigabit model optimized for modern standardized enterprise LANs
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Primary deployment advantage: Flagship eight-line executive touchscreen narrowband Gigabit VoIP solution balancing full enterprise telephony functionality, eight-line BLF colleague presence monitoring capability, intuitive capacitive color touchscreen navigation for simplified executive call management, true two-way narrowband echo-canceling hands-free conference calling functionality, integrated Gigabit Ethernet switch eliminating extra wall network jacks for cubicle PCs running high-bandwidth video and cloud applications, native dedicated headset port for long-duration private executive calls, unified dual-protocol compatibility supporting on-prem CUCM (with video calling), Cisco Unified SRST SIP fallback disaster recovery and third-party SIP PBX deployments, exclusive IEEE 802.3af Class 3 PoE power compatibility for standardized modern corporate switches, large high-resolution color touch LCD screen with multi-language XML application support, expandable line capacity via CP-7914 auxiliary expansion modules, flexible desktop or wall mounting, factory pre-installed security certificates for simplified enterprise security policy deployment and centralized remote mass provisioning and firmware upgrade management for premium C-suite executive office deployments running all-IEEE-standard PoE networks.
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