Teams Telephony Equipment
For new hires, student assistants, or just anyone who desires an additional headset/desk phone please have your department's Administrative Coordinator email telops@csusm.edu with a chargeback number and indicate the desired equipment type for the specified user.
A headset or handset can enhance your Teams calling experience. In addition, the headsets on this list can be used with Zoom or any other web conferencing tools.
Equipment Options
There are a variety of equipment options to choose from, including wireless with either single or dual earpieces and (by approval) desk phones. For enhanced personal flexibility, sometimes the best device is your own device. If you prefer, you can connect using your own personal headset or earbuds.
IITS will:
- Deliver/Check out the necessary equipment to you.
- Help to install it.
- Deploy one telephony device per employee.
- If ADDITIONAL devices are desired, Procard holders may purchase from the Campus Marketplace which has vendors like B&H Photo and CDWG with pre-arranged pricing. Note: Be sure to purchase one of the EXACT models off of this page otherwise IITS may not be able to support it working with your system.
Please review the options below, complete the form, then stop by Administrative Building 2311 to pick up your headset. If you selected a desk phone our staff will be coming by to install it in your office.
Please consider your choice carefully before you pick up your headset. Absolutely no exchanges allowed.
IITS Supported Devices
Wireless Headsets
Wireless connectivity to support office mobility and workspace flexibility.
Option #1
Jabra Evolve 65e - Wireless Stereo In-ear (USB-A/Bluetooth Connection)
This would be an appropriate choice for persons who:
- Are frequently on telephone/web conferencing calls
- Don't want anything over their head
Option #2
Jabra Evolve2 65 - Wireless Stereo Over Ear (USB-A/Bluetooth Connection)
This would be an appropriate choice for persons who:
- Are frequently on telephone/web conferencing calls
- Don't mind having both ears covered. Better audio.
Option #3
Jabra Evolve2 65 - Wireless Mono Headset (USB-A/Bluetooth Connection)
This would be an appropriate choice for persons who:
- Are frequently on telephone/web conferencing calls
- Want to cover only one ear (Mono)
Handsets
Note: These two handsets have similar functionality. The only difference between them is that one has physical buttons and the other has a touch screen.
Polycom - MS Teams Edition
Desktop Handset with touch screen
Most appropriate for the following areas:
- Users who have specific ADA requirements where portable headsets or speakers cannot be used.
- Phones in open reception areas where 4-digit extension calls are the main method of communication.
- Individuals who do not have a computer/computer equipment with the ability to connect a speaker and microphone, or headset/portable speaker.
- Common area spaces that host guest or visitor phone lines.
Yealink - MS Teams Edition
Most appropriate for the following areas:
Desktop Handset with buttons
- Users who have specific ADA requirements where portable headsets or speakers cannot be used.
- Phones in open reception areas where 4-digit extension calls are the main method of communication.
- Individuals who do not have a computer/computer equipment with the ability to connect a speaker and microphone, or headset/portable speaker.
- Common area spaces that host guest or visitor phone lines.
Headsets versus Handsets
Desktop phone handsets are not required to make and receive calls when using Microsoft Teams; however, there are special cases where an approved Teams-certified phone handset may be more appropriate than a headset.
Below are guidelines to assist departments and users in determining whether a headset or handset is appropriate for their calling needs. Handset requests are prioritized on a case-by-case basis, and recommendations for handset installations are made by IITS after conferring with the customer. We expect most users to select one of the headset options due to the flexibility of using a headset over the traditional desktop instrument.
- Users who have specific ADA requirements where portable headsets or speakers cannot be used.
- Phones in open reception areas where 4-digit extension calls are the main method of communication.
- Individuals who do not have a computer/computer equipment with the ability to connect a speaker and microphone, or headset/portable speaker.
- Common area spaces that host guest or visitor phone lines.
When and where can I pick up my equipment?
We are located in Administrative Building 2311. Most headset models are in stock. Please call 760.750.4530 or use the chat before coming down to pick yours up to make sure someone is available. If you selected a desk phone, please email telops@csusm.edu to arrange for setup and connection by one of our staff.
- Phone: 760.750.4530
- Email: telops@csusm.edu
- Chat: Teams Phone Support