SHORETEL SHOREGEAR 90 and SHOREGEAR E1K VoIP Switch


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ShoreTel ShoreGear 90 et E1K Voice Switches

📞 Set of 2 ShoreTel Voice Switches - ShoreGear 90 + ShoreGear E1K - VoIP Telephony Switches - Distributed PABX - Analog and E1 PRI Trunking 🔴

📞 Set of Two ShoreTel Voice Switches for Enterprise IP Telephony Infrastructure

📦 Complete Set of 2 ShoreTel Devices

This offer includes two complementary ShoreTel voice switches for a complete IP telephony infrastructure: ShoreGear 90 (SG-90) supporting up to 90 IP phones with loop start analog trunks, and ShoreGear E1K (SG-E1K) providing a high-capacity 30-channel E1 PRI interface for telecom operator links or existing legacy PABX gateway. Ideal solution for multi-site ShoreTel distributed phone system deployment or spare parts maintenance for installed bases.

🔴 Important - Red Light Present: Both devices have been tested and power on. However, a red light is visible on one of the two units (see photos). This light may indicate a system alert, configuration error, module fault, or alarm requiring diagnosis. The affected device powers on but may need technical intervention, reconfiguration, or component replacement. Transparent sale with known condition, ideal for technical buyers familiar with ShoreTel systems or for spare parts recovery.

ShoreTel ShoreGear Voice Switches tested used condition, professional IP telephony equipment with ShoreTel proprietary distributed architecture (now Mitel MiVoice Connect). These VoIP switches handle phone calls, intelligent routing, integrated voicemail, conferencing, and operator trunk connections for enterprise systems with 50-200 users. ShoreTel’s unique distributed architecture eliminates a single central server failure point, with each voice switch autonomously processing calls for maximum resilience. Proven solution deployed in thousands of SMBs, university campuses, medical clinics, and public administrations requiring reliable critical business communications.

📋 Technical Specifications - ShoreGear 90

🔧 Model ShoreTel ShoreGear 90 (SG-90)
Voice Switch 1U Half-Width
📞 IP Phone Capacity Up to 90 IP Phones
ShoreTel IP Phones
Softphones, SIP Devices
📧 Voicemail 90 Integrated Voicemail Boxes
Unified Messaging
Email Integration
🔌 Analog Ports 8 Trunks Loop Start FXO
4 Analog FXS Extensions
Total: 12 Analog Ports
🌐 Network Connectivity 2x RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
Dual Network Uplinks
Network Redundancy
🎵 Audio Ports Music-on-Hold Input
Overhead Paging Output
Night Bell Service
🔧 Maintenance Port DB-9 Serial Console
Local Configuration
Troubleshooting Access
📏 Form Factor 1U Half-Width Rack
19 inches / 2 = 9.5 inches
Rack Space Saving
⚖️ Weight Approximately 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)
⚡ Power Supply 100-240 VAC Auto-Ranging
50-60 Hz
Power Consumption: 40W max

📋 Technical Specifications - ShoreGear E1K

🔧 Model ShoreTel ShoreGear E1K (SG-E1K)
E1 PRI Trunking Gateway
📞 E1 PRI Interface 1x E1 Port RJ-45
30 Simultaneous Voice Channels
Euro ISDN Signaling
🔍 E1 Monitoring 1x E1 Monitor Port RJ-45
Link Diagnostics
Troubleshooting Tool
🌐 LAN Connectivity 2x RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
Dual Network Redundancy
Automatic Failover
🎯 Main Use High-Density Trunking
Legacy PBX Gateway
Operator Interconnection
📏 Form Factor Compact Desktop/Rack
Flexible Installation
Low Footprint
⚖️ Weight Approximately 2-3 kg
⚡ Power Supply 100-240 VAC Auto-Ranging
50-60 Hz
Power Consumption: 25W typical

🎯 ShoreTel System Features

  • Resilient Distributed Architecture - Embedded call control in each voice switch eliminating a single central server failure point, each site managing calls locally even with WAN inter-site connection loss ensuring critical telephone service continuity
  • Unified Integrated Voicemail - Unified voicemail with email notifications, optional voicemail-to-text transcription, conversation recordings for regulatory compliance, and Microsoft Outlook/Exchange integration for voicemail access via email inbox
  • 6-Party Conferencing - Audio conferences with up to 6 simultaneous participants with dynamic add/remove, conference recording, training archiving, and on-demand conferencing bridges without complex prior reservation
  • Auto-Attendant IVR - Automatic telephone switchboards with configurable interactive voice response (IVR) servers featuring multi-level menus, time-based routing according to office hours, personalized seasonal messages, and intelligent conditional transfers
  • Hunt Groups ACD - Simultaneous/sequential/top-down ringing call groups for technical support teams, sales services, or help desks with automatic overflow, timed overflow, and response time abandonment monitoring statistics
  • Office Anywhere Mobility - Desk phone extension following mobile users with smartphones ringing simultaneously with desk and mobile phones, seamless mid-call transfers between devices and PC/Mac softphone applications turning computers into full telephone stations
  • Call Recording Compliance - On-demand or automatic conversation recordings for regulated financial, medical, and legal sectors with secure encrypted archiving, timestamped conversation search, and MIFID/SOX/HIPAA compliance according to legislation
  • Standard Protocols - Supports MGCP Media Gateway Control Protocol for proprietary ShoreTel IP phones, open standard SIP for third-party softphone interoperability, and SMDR/SMDI PBX legacy integrations for gradual migrations

🔍 Applications and Use Cases

ShoreTel ShoreGear voice switches are used in various multi-site business applications: headquarters hosting ShoreGear 90 central phone system connecting 80 user extensions plus local telecom operator analog trunks, remote regional offices with ShoreGear 30/50 connected via VPN WAN automatic least-cost routing call routing based on operator tariffs, ShoreGear E1K integration as a gateway between modern ShoreTel VoIP infrastructure and legacy Alcatel/Avaya traditional PBX preserving existing digital phone hardware investments during gradual migrations, university campuses deploying voice switches in academic buildings and student residences with transparent inter-site numbering, medical facilities, clinics, and medical offices requiring HIPAA compliance for recording patient phone consultations and medical record documentation, SMB contact centers managing inbound call queues with wait time and abandonment statistics for agent staffing optimization, or manufacturing and industrial companies connecting legacy analog phone lines, fax machines, and security alarm equipment to modern IP infrastructure. ShoreTel’s distributed architecture is especially suited for geographically dispersed organizations with multiple regional offices requiring resilient, high-availability communications without reliance on a single central datacenter vulnerable to WAN network outages.

📸 Important: Photos are provided for illustration only. Only the exact content mentioned in this listing is authoritative for the product reference and included items. Please carefully review photos showing the red light and contact us for clarifications before purchase.

🔴 Status and Diagnostics

Red Light - Important Information

A red light appears on one of the two machines during startup or normal operation. On ShoreTel voice switches, a red LED can indicate several situations requiring attention:

  • System alarm: IP configuration error, missing Director management server connection, or license detection issue
  • Module fault: Defective analog FXO/FXS trunk card or damaged ports requiring hardware replacement
  • Network Issue: Loss of redundant network connectivity, DHCP/DNS server timeouts, or SIP/MGCP protocol errors
  • Firmware Error: Corrupted software image, incomplete bootup, or incompatible firmware version requiring reflash
  • Temperature/Power: Component overheating, fan failure, or power supply voltages out of specification

Without access to a full ShoreTel environment (Director server, proper network configuration, valid licenses), precise diagnosis of the red status light is difficult to definitively establish. The device powers on and electronics appear functional but will likely require intervention by a certified ShoreTel technician or experienced administrator to resolve the identified issue.

✅ Condition and Warranties

  • Devices Power-On Tested - Both voice switches power on correctly, pass POST (power-on self-test), power LED active, and fans operational confirming basic electronics functionality
  • Red Status Light Present - Full transparency: one device shows a red status light requiring technical diagnosis; the second device may be fully functional or also have limitations not immediately visible without a full test environment
  • Sold AS-IS Condition - Equipment sold used without comprehensive operational warranty due to inability to fully test without complete ShoreTel infrastructure (Director server, licenses, compatible IP phones)
  • 30-Day Limited Warranty - Limited protection against complete failure preventing startup (dead power supply, critical bootup failure) with possible return and exchange; red status light known issue excluded from warranty as documented problem in listing
  • Ideal for Experienced Technicians - Suitable for buyers familiar with ShoreTel telephony systems who have troubleshooting skills, access to manufacturer diagnostic tools, or need spare parts for recovering components like analog modules, motherboards, processors, spare parts
  • All consumables are original and authentic brand - We do not sell any compatible toner or cartridges
  • Secure Shipping - Professional double foam protection packaging with carrier tracking number for full traceability
  • Professional Invoice - Paper invoice with 0% VAT included in each package for business accounting

⚠️ Disclaimers

Technical Support and Configuration:

  • No ShoreTel Director server, software licenses, ShoreTel IP phones, or complete infrastructure provided; switches sold as hardware modules only, requiring a full system environment for operational functionality
  • We do not provide technical support for ShoreTel Director installation and configuration, dial plan programming and call routing, troubleshooting error indicators, firmware reflashing, SIP trunk integrations with operators, or system administrator training.
  • Ethernet network cables, RJ-21X analog trunk cables, 120-ohm RJ-45 E1 cables, DB-9 console cables, power supplies, technical documentation, or accessories not explicitly mentioned are not included.
  • Compatibility of ShoreTel Director firmware versions with switch hardware, valid IP phone user licenses, and appropriate voice VLAN/QoS network configurations must be verified by the buyer before production deployment.
  • A documented red indicator on the device signals a known issue; it is sold as-is, and the buyer accepts the risk and potential need for repairs or additional diagnostics after purchase to make the device fully operational in a production environment.
  • For ShoreTel migrations to Mitel MiVoice Connect, new IP telephony system deployments, or professional technical support needs, we recommend contacting certified Mitel partners or specialized enterprise telephony consultants experienced with legacy ShoreTel platforms.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🔹 What is a ShoreTel Voice Switch and what is it used for?
A ShoreTel Voice Switch is a central component of ShoreTel's proprietary distributed IP telephony architecture, combining multiple functions in a single device: a call controller managing call signaling and setup, a media gateway converting analog PSTN trunk signals from telecom operators into VoIP RTP IP packets, a voicemail server hosting user mailboxes for unified messaging, and a basic Ethernet network switch for IP phone connectivity. Unlike traditional centralized VoIP architectures (Cisco CUCM, Avaya CM) that rely on a single datacenter server handling all organizational calls, ShoreTel’s architecture distributes call processing intelligence across multiple voice switches at different geographic sites. Each switch manages calls locally, so even if the WAN connection between sites is lost, phones continue to operate normally at the isolated site thanks to the local switch’s autonomy. The switches communicate with each other using ShoreTel’s proprietary protocols to synchronize directories, transfer inter-site calls, and share voicemail and conferencing resources. The central ShoreTel Director server only handles centralized management, configuration, and user provisioning without being in the critical call media path.
🔹 Can I use these switches without a ShoreTel Director server?
No, ShoreTel voice switches require the ShoreTel Director server (now Mitel MiVoice Connect Director) for full production operation. The Director handles user provisioning and extension configuration, IP phone license management and usage accounting, dial plan programming and inter-site call routing, the ShoreWare Director web administration interface for system-wide settings, and firmware update distribution for switches and phones. Without the Director accessible on the network, switches start in a basic mode showing connectivity errors (likely the cause of the mentioned red light) but cannot process production calls normally. Options for potential buyers include: technicians with existing ShoreTel infrastructure who can integrate switches as capacity expansion for additional sites; training labs with ShoreTel virtual appliance licenses for testing, learning, and certification; ShoreTel companies seeking spare parts stock for urgent replacement of failing production switches; or hardware component recovery such as analog cards and modules for reuse in other projects. For new full telephony system deployments from scratch, modern alternative solutions (3CX, FreePBX, Cisco Webex Calling, Microsoft Teams Phone) offer lower licensing costs compared to acquiring a complete legacy ShoreTel infrastructure including servers, licenses, and phones.
🔹 Does the ShoreGear E1K work in France with local E1 operators?
The ShoreGear E1K supports Euro ISDN PRI signaling, the European standard used in France by operators Orange Business/SFR/Bouygues Telecom for primary E1 business access with 30 channels. The E1 interface is 120 ohms RJ-45 compatible with French operator TNR (Network Digital Termination) connections, configured with the Q.931 ETSI Euro-ISDN protocol. However, several important considerations apply: E1 PRI access is becoming rare and obsolete in France by 2025, as operators are massively migrating clients to SIP trunks and IP-Centrex cloud services replacing traditional legacy TDM copper/fiber links; monthly E1 PRI subscription costs are high (€200-400/month) versus SIP trunks (€5-15/channel), making E1 economically uncompetitive; and the complexity of DDI numbering compatibility configurations in France requires advanced enterprise telephony expertise. Realistic uses of the ShoreGear E1K in France in 2025 include: a gateway interconnecting an old Alcatel OmniPCX PBX still equipped with an E1 card to a ShoreTel VoIP infrastructure during progressive migration; a spare part replacement for a failing E1K switch in an existing ShoreTel installation under extended maintenance and amortization; or a technical training lab for teaching legacy ISDN PRI protocols to telecom students and network engineers. For new deployments, absolutely prioritize standard SIP trunks for connectivity with modern operators over end-of-life E1 technologies in decline.
🔹 What could be the cause of the red indicator light and is it repairable?
The red indicator light on ShoreTel switches generally signals system alarms requiring investigation: network error, inability to reach the Director server, DHCP/DNS timeout, incorrect IP configuration (a common cause in test environments without full infrastructure), hardware module failure, analog card issues, damaged FXO trunk ports, telephone line short circuits, firmware corruption, incomplete software image, partial bootup requiring TFTP reflash or factory reset, firmware version incompatibility between switch and Director causing handshake failures with proprietary protocols, missing or expired system licenses preventing full feature activation, overheating due to faulty fan or dust accumulation requiring cleaning or fan replacement, or power supply voltages out of specification, aged electrolytic capacitors on motherboards. Repairability depends on the cause: software/configuration issues can be resolved free of charge via appropriate reconfigurations with administrator console access; hardware module defects require replacement parts, with ShoreTel spare parts availability decreasing due to platform obsolescence after Mitel acquisition in 2014, and technical expertise needed for in-depth diagnostics limiting interventions to experienced ShoreTel/Mitel certified technicians or senior telecom engineers familiar with proprietary VoIP architectures. Repair costs can range from €200-500 for labor and diagnostics versus a residual value of used switches at €100-300 each, making repairs economically questionable except for critical production needs.
🔹 Can I recover components for other projects if the switches are not repairable?
Yes, ShoreTel voice switches contain recoverable electronic components with value: analog FXO/FXS module cards usable for DIY VoIP gateway projects like Asterisk/FreePBX requiring PSTN analog telephone line interfaces, CPU processors and motherboard embedded systems reusable for industrial real-time IoT projects with VxWorks, recyclable SDRAM DDR RAM for upgrading old hardware, 100-240VAC switching power supplies usable for electronics lab bench power, recoverable RJ-45/RJ-21X/DB-9 connectors for DIY telecom wiring projects, metal rack-mountable enclosures reusable for Raspberry Pi electronics projects or homelab servers, and printed circuit boards containing precious metals like gold and copper valuable for specialized e-waste recycling streams. The value of recovering spare parts justifies buying defective switches for electronics makers, technical schools teaching telecom equipment disassembly and repair, or certified e-waste recycling companies. Note French legislation on electrical and electronic equipment waste requires selective collection and approved treatment, forbidding disposal of professional electronic equipment in regular landfills. Consult approved eco-organizations like Ecologic and Ecosystem for responsible recycling channels compliant with environmental regulations.
🔹 Does ShoreTel still exist in 2025 and is support available?
The original ShoreTel brand no longer exists independently since its acquisition by Mitel Networks in 2017 for $530 million. The product was renamed Mitel MiVoice Connect, continuing the technological legacy of distributed architecture. Mitel continues to market MiVoice Connect in 2025 as a hybrid cloud on-premise telephony solution with support for recent generations of ShoreGear legacy voice switches (ShoreGear 220, ST models), but a gradual end-of-life has been announced for older models including the technologically obsolete ShoreGear 90/E1K. Official Mitel support is limited to customers with active paid SmartCare maintenance contracts, while an active user community on ShoreTel User Group forums shares troubleshooting expertise, and independent consultants specializing in ShoreTel migrations offer legacy system maintenance services. Availability of spare parts on the second-hand market is declining as companies progressively close ShoreTel-equipped sites and migrate to modern cloud solutions like Microsoft Teams Phone, RingCentral, 8x8, or Mitel MiCloud Connect SaaS. Firmware downloads require authenticated Mitel partner accounts, inaccessible to the general public, complicating security patch updates. Organizations still running ShoreTel infrastructure in 2025 generally plan medium-term migrations over 2-5 years rather than investing in new legacy platform hardware due to planned obsolescence. For new deployments in 2025, recommended alternatives include the flexible open-source 3CX, community-driven FreePBX Asterisk, Cisco enterprise solutions, or cloud-native RingCentral/Zoom Phone for ease of management.

📦 Delivery Contents

  • 1x ShoreTel ShoreGear 90 Voice Switch (SG-90)
  • 1x ShoreTel ShoreGear E1K Voice Switch (SG-E1K)
  • Both devices tested - confirmed startup
  • Red indicator present on one of the devices (see photos)
  • 1x Professional paper invoice with 0% VAT

⚠️ Not Included: ShoreTel Director server, software licenses, ShoreTel IP phones, Ethernet network cables, RJ-21X analog trunk cables, RJ-45 E1 cables, DB-9 console cables, power supplies, rack mounting kits, technical documentation, or accessories are not included. Switches are sold as used devices AS-IS with documented red indicator.

🚚 Shipping and Customer Service

We guarantee professional packaging suitable for sensitive telecom equipment: double reinforced cardboard protection with appropriate dimensions, high-density polyurethane foam individually wrapping each device, bubble wrap securing RJ-45 connectors on the rear panels, and rigid padding to prevent movement and shocks during transport and multiple handling. Both switches will be packed together in a single secure parcel. Each shipment includes a national carrier tracking number allowing real-time location until signed delivery. Our customer service remains available for questions about compatibility with specific planned projects, additional information on the red indicator visible in photos, possibilities for component recovery or spare parts, or AS-IS sale conditions with limited warranty. For organizations maintaining ShoreTel legacy infrastructures requiring assistance with Mitel MiVoice Connect migrations or technical consultations, we can recommend specialized enterprise telephony integrator partners by region. Standard shipping time is 24-48 business hours after confirmed payment receipt.

🛒 Lot of 2 ShoreTel Voice Switches - ShoreGear 90 + E1K
VoIP IP Telephony • Analog & E1 Trunking • Tested • Red Indicator • Parts/Recovery

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