Description
GRANDSTREAM GRP2601W: Wireless Freedom Meets Essential Communication in the UAE
In the ever-evolving business landscape of the United Arab Emirates, adaptability and flexibility are no longer luxuries but necessities. The GRANDSTREAM GRP2601W Essential IP Phone directly addresses this need by integrating robust dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity into the reliable and feature-rich GRP series platform. Designed for organizations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and across the UAE that require dependable voice communication without the limitations of traditional wired infrastructure, the GRP2601W offers unparalleled deployment freedom. It retains all the carrier-grade qualities, essential features, and simplified management capabilities of its wired counterparts, but adds the crucial advantage of wireless network access.
The Power of Integrated Dual-Band Wi-Fi
The defining feature of the GRP2601W is its built-in dual-band Wi-Fi module, supporting the 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac standards. This integration fundamentally changes how and where the phone can be deployed. Instead of being tethered to an Ethernet wall jack, the GRP2601W can be placed anywhere within the range of a company’s 2.4GHz or 5GHz Wi-Fi network. This opens up a multitude of possibilities for businesses across the UAE:
- Simplified Deployment in Challenging Locations: In older buildings, historic sites, or architecturally complex spaces common in some areas of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, running new Ethernet cabling can be difficult, expensive, or even prohibited. The GRP2601W bypasses this challenge entirely, allowing phones to be deployed quickly and easily using the existing wireless infrastructure.
- Flexible Office Layouts: Modern office designs often favor open-plan layouts, collaborative spaces, and hot-desking arrangements. The GRP2601W supports this flexibility, allowing phones to be moved and repositioned as needed without worrying about network port availability. Temporary workstations or project areas can be equipped with communication tools instantly.
- Reduced Cabling Clutter and Cost: Eliminating the need for an Ethernet cable run to each desk significantly reduces installation time and cost. It also contributes to a cleaner, more aesthetically pleasing workspace by minimizing visible cables – a desirable trait in professional environments.
- Retail and Hospitality: In retail stores, hotel lobbies, or restaurants, placing phones exactly where they are needed for staff or guest use might be difficult with wired connections. The GRP2601W offers the freedom to position phones optimally without infrastructure constraints.
- Warehouses and Industrial Settings: In large warehouses or production floors where running cables might be hazardous or impractical, Wi-Fi connectivity provides a viable solution for essential communication points.
- Home Offices: For remote workers operating from home offices across the UAE, the GRP2601W offers a simple setup, connecting directly to their home Wi-Fi network without needing an Ethernet connection near their workspace.
The inclusion of dual-band support (2.4GHz and 5GHz) provides additional flexibility. While 2.4GHz offers broader range, the 5GHz band typically provides faster speeds and suffers less interference from common household devices, potentially offering a more stable connection in crowded wireless environments.
Effortless Management with GDMS
Despite its wireless nature, managing the GRP2601W remains incredibly simple thanks to the Grandstream Device Management System (GDMS). This powerful cloud platform allows IT administrators to provision, configure, monitor, and manage all their Grandstream devices, including the GRP2601W, from a single, centralized web interface. Zero-touch provisioning means phones can be configured in GDMS beforehand, and upon connecting to the Wi-Fi network (after initial Wi-Fi credential input or via other provisioning methods), they automatically download their settings. This drastically simplifies large-scale deployments and ongoing management, allowing administrators to push firmware updates, change configurations, troubleshoot issues, and monitor device status remotely, regardless of whether the phone is connected via Wi-Fi or Ethernet. Managing wireless endpoints becomes just as streamlined as managing wired ones.
Uncompromised Audio Quality and Core Features
Wireless connectivity does not mean compromising on communication quality. The GRP2601W delivers the same exceptional HD audio experience found across the GRP series, supporting wideband audio on both the handset and the speakerphone. Conversations are clear, natural, and easy to understand. Grandstream’s noise shield technology is also included, actively working to minimize background noise and ensure professional-sounding calls, even in potentially noisy wireless environments. Essential telephony features are readily available, including support for 2 SIP accounts and 2 lines, providing sufficient capacity for typical users. The valuable 5-way audio conferencing capability allows for quick collaboration without needing external services. Standard call handling features like hold, transfer, forward, call waiting, and access to shared phonebooks (XML/LDAP) ensure users have the tools they need for efficient communication.
Robust Security Over the Air
Securing communications over a wireless network is critical. The GRP2601W addresses this with robust security features inherent to the GRP platform. Secure boot ensures firmware integrity, while dual firmware images provide recovery options. Crucially, it supports the latest Wi-Fi security protocols (including WPA2/WPA3) to secure the wireless connection itself. Furthermore, voice signaling can be encrypted using TLS, and the voice media stream can be encrypted using SRTP, protecting conversations from eavesdropping over the airwaves. These layers of security ensure that deploying the GRP2601W wirelessly does not compromise the confidentiality or integrity of business communications.
User-Centric Design
The GRP2601W maintains the user-friendly design of the GRP series. It features a clear LCD display, intuitive navigation keys, and programmable soft keys for easy access to features. The inclusion of an RJ9 headset jack and EHS support for compatible wireless headsets (Plantronics, Jabra, Sennheiser) provides users with valuable hands-free flexibility, enhancing comfort and productivity during calls.
The Premier Choice for Wireless Essential Voice in the UAE
When deployment flexibility is paramount, the GRANDSTREAM GRP2601W stands out as the ideal essential IP phone for businesses in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and across the UAE. By seamlessly integrating reliable dual-band Wi-Fi with carrier-grade performance, HD audio, robust security, and the unparalleled management efficiency of GDMS, it offers a compelling solution for modern, dynamic workplaces. Eliminate cabling constraints, simplify installations, and empower your workforce with high-quality voice communication wherever it’s needed. The GRP2601W is the smart, versatile VoIP Phone UAE choice for organizations embracing wireless infrastructure without sacrificing essential features or security.
GRANDSTREAM GRP2601W Essential Wi-Fi IP Phone – Specifications
- Protocols/Standards: SIP RFC3261, TCP/IP/UDP, RTP/RTCP, HTTP/HTTPS, ARP, ICMP, DNS(A record, SRV, NAPTR), DHCP, PPPoE, TELNET, TFTP, NTP, STUN, SIMPLE, LLDP, LDAP, TR-069, 802.1x, TLS, SRTP, IPv6
- Network Interfaces: Dual switched auto-sensing 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports
- Graphic Display: 132 x 48 (2.21’’) LCD display
- Wi-Fi: Yes, integrated dual-band Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (2.4Ghz & 5Ghz)
- Feature Keys: 2 line keys with dual-color LED and support for 2 SIP accounts, 4 XML programmable context sensitive soft keys, 5 (navigation, menu) keys. 8 dedicated function keys for: MESSAGE(with LED indicator), TRANSFER, HEADSET, MUTE, SEND/REDIAL, SPEAKERPHONE, VOL+, VOL-
- Auxiliary Port: RJ9 headset jack (allowing EHS with Plantronics & Jabra & Sennheiser headsets)
- Voice Codecs and Capabilities: Support for G.729A/B, G.711µ/a-law, G.726, G.722(wide-band), G.723, iLBC, OPUS, in-band and out-of-band DTMF(in audio, RFC2833, SIP INFO), VAD, AEC, CNG, PLC, AGC, AJB
- Telephony Features: Hold, transfer, forward, 5-way conference, call park, call pickup, downloadable phonebook(XML, LDAP, up to 2000 items), call waiting, call log(up to 800 records), off-hook auto dial, auto answer, click-to-dial, flexible dial plan, hot-desking, personalized music ringtones and music on hold, server redundancy and fail-over
- HD Audio: Yes, HD handset and speakerphone with support for wideband audio
- Base Stand: Yes, 1 angle position available (45°). Wall Mountable (*wall mount sold separately)
- QoS: Layer 2 QoS (802.1Q, 802.1P) and Layer 3 (ToS, DiffServ, MPLS) QoS
- Security: Ordinary user and administrator level passwords based on SHA-256 and SHA-256 sess authentication, SIP authentication algorithms based on SHA-256, SHA-256 sess, SHA-512/256, SHA-512/256 sess, MD5 sess. AES security profile, SRTP, TLS call encryption, 802.1x media access control.
- Multi-language: English, Chinese, Korean, Japanese, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Croatian and more
- Upgrade/Provisioning: Firmware upgrade via FTP/TFTP / HTTP / HTTPS, mass provisioning using GDMS/TR-069 or AES encrypted XML configuration file
- Power & Green Energy Efficiency: Universal Power Supply Input 100-240VAC 50-60Hz; Output +5VDC, 600mA
- Temperature and Humidity: Operation: 0°C to 40°C, Storage: -10°C to 60°C, Humidity: 10% to 90% Non-condensing
- Package Content: GRP2601W phone, handset with cord, base stand, universal power supply, network cable, Quick Installation Guide
- Physical:
- Dimension: 208mm (L) x 180mm (W) x 63.4mm (H) (with handset)
- Unit weight: 651g; Package weight: 860g
- Compliance: FCC: Part 15 Class B; FCC Part 68 HAC; CE: EN 300 328; ETSI EN 301 489-1; ETSI EN 301 489-17; EN 55032; EN 55035; EN IEC 61000-3-2; EN 61000-3-3; EN IEC 62368-1;EN IEC 62311; UKCA: EN 300 328; ETSI EN 301 489-1; ETSI EN 301 489-17; BS EN 55032; BS EN 55035; BS EN IEC 61000-3-2; BS EN 61000-3-3; BS EN IEC 62368-1;BS EN IEC 62311