SHORETEL SHOREGEAR 90 and SHOREGEAR E1K VoIP Switch


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ShoreTel ShoreGear 90 et E1K Voice Switches

πŸ“ž Lot of 2 ShoreTel Voice Switches - ShoreGear 90 + ShoreGear E1K - VoIP Switches for IP Telephony - Distributed PABX - Analog and E1 PRI Trunking πŸ”΄

πŸ“ž Lot of Two ShoreTel Voice Switches for Enterprise IP Telephony Infrastructure

πŸ“¦ Complete Lot of 2 ShoreTel Equipment

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) offering high-capacity E1 PRI interface with 30 channels for telecom operator links or existing legacy PABX gateway. Ideal solution for deploying a distributed ShoreTel phone system across multiple sites or spare parts maintenance for installed parks.

πŸ”΄ Important - Red Light Present: Both devices have been tested and start up. However, a red light is visible on one of the two machines (see photos). This light may indicate a system alert, a configuration error, a module fault, or an alarm requiring diagnosis. The affected device starts up but may require technical intervention, reconfiguration, or component replacement. Sale transparent with known condition, ideal for technical buyers familiar with ShoreTel systems or for spare parts recovery.

✨ ShoreTel ShoreGear Voice Switches tested in used condition, professional equipment for distributed IP telephony proprietary architecture ShoreTel (now Mitel MiVoice Connect). These VoIP switches manage 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 point of failure with a central server, each voice switch ensuring autonomous call processing with maximum resilience. Proven solution in thousands of deployments for SMEs, university campuses, medical clinics, and public administrations requiring reliable critical business communications.

πŸ“‹ Technical Specifications - ShoreGear 90

πŸ”§ Model ShoreTel ShoreGear 90 (SG-90)
Voice Switch 1U Half-Width
πŸ“ž IP Phones Capacity Up to 90 IP Phones
ShoreTel IP Phones
Softphones, SIP Devices
πŸ“§ Voicemail 90 Integrated Voicemail Boxes
Unified Messaging
Email Integration
πŸ”Œ 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
πŸ”§ Maintenance Port DB-9 Serial Console
Local Configuration
Troubleshooting Access
πŸ“ Format Rack 1U Half-Width
19 inches / 2 = 9.5 inches
Space Saving Rack
βš–οΈ Weight Approximately 2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)
⚑ Power Supply 100-240 VAC Auto-Ranging
50-60 Hz
Power Consumption: 40W max

πŸ“‹ Technical Specifications - ShoreGear E1K

πŸ”§ Model ShoreTel ShoreGear E1K (SG-E1K)
E1 PRI Trunking Gateway
πŸ“ž E1 PRI Interface 1x E1 RJ-45 Port
30 Simultaneous Voice Channels
Euro ISDN Signaling
πŸ” E1 Monitoring 1x E1 Monitor Port RJ-45
Link Diagnostic
Troubleshooting Tool
🌐 LAN Connectivity 2x RJ-45 Ethernet 10/100 Mbps
Dual Network Redundancy
Automatic Failover
🎯 Main Usage High Density Trunking
Legacy PBX Gateway
Operator Interconnection
πŸ“ Format Compact Desktop/Rack
Flexible Installation
Low Footprint
βš–οΈ Weight Approximately 2-3 kg
⚑ Power Supply 100-240 VAC Auto-Ranging
50-60 Hz
Consumption: 25W typical

🎯 ShoreTel System Features

  • Resilient Distributed Architecture - Embedded call control at each voice switch eliminating a single point of failure central server, each site managing calls locally even during WAN inter-site connection loss ensuring continuity of critical telephone service
  • 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 message inbox consultation
  • 6-Party Conferencing - Audio conferences for up to 6 simultaneous participants with dynamic addition/removal, conference recording archiving training, and on-demand conferencing bridges without complex prior reservation
  • Auto-Attendant IVR - Automatic telephone standards interactive voice response IVR servers configurable with 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 monitoring statistics on response times and drop rates
  • Office Anywhere Mobility - Office phone extension following mobile users smartphones ringing simultaneously on both fixed and mobile lines, seamless mid-call transfers between devices and PC/Mac softphone applications turning computers into full telephone stations
  • Call Recording Compliance - On-demand or automatic recording of conversations in regulated financial, medical, and legal sectors with secure encrypted archiving, timestamped conversation search, and compliance with MIFID/SOX/HIPAA according to legislation
  • Standard Protocols - Support for MGCP Media Gateway Control Protocol for proprietary ShoreTel IP phones, open standard SIP for interoperability with third-party softphones, and SMDR/SMDI integrations for legacy PBX progressive migrations

πŸ” Applications and Use Cases

ShoreTel ShoreGear voice switches find various applications in multi-site businesses: headquarters hosting the ShoreGear 90 central telephone system connecting 80 user stations plus local telecom operator analog trunks, remote regional agencies with ShoreGear 30/50 connected via VPN WAN automatic least-cost-routing call routing according to operator pricing, integration of ShoreGear E1K as a gateway between modern ShoreTel VoIP infrastructure and legacy traditional Alcatel/Avaya PABX preserving existing digital phone hardware investments during gradual migrations, university campuses deploying voice switches in academic buildings and student residences with seamless inter-site dialing, medical establishments clinics medical offices requiring HIPAA compliance for patient phone consultation records medical records documentation, SMB call centers managing incoming call queues with statistics on wait times and drop rates for optimizing agent staffing, or industrial manufacturing companies connecting legacy analog phone lines fax machines security alarm equipment to modern IP infrastructure. The distributed architecture of ShoreTel is particularly suited for geographically dispersed organizations with multiple regional offices requiring high availability communication resilience without a single point of failure in a central data center vulnerable to WAN network outages.

πŸ“Έ Important: The photos are provided for illustration purposes only. Only the exact content mentioned in this announcement is authoritative for product reference and included items. Please carefully review the photos showing the red light and contact us for clarifications before purchase.

πŸ”΄ 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, the red LED can indicate several situations requiring attention:

  • System Alarm: IP configuration error, absence of connection to Director management server, or license detection problem.
  • Module Fault: Defective FXO/FXS analog trunk card or damaged ports requiring hardware replacement.
  • Network Problem: Loss of redundant network connectivity, timeout of DHCP/DNS servers, or errors in SIP/MGCP protocols.
  • Firmware Error: Corruption of bootup software image incomplete or incompatible firmware version requiring reflash.
  • Temperature/Power: Overheating components, failing fan, or power supply voltages out of specifications.

Without access to a complete ShoreTel environment (Director server, appropriate network configuration, valid licenses), precise diagnosis of the red light is difficult to establish definitively. The device starts and electronics seem functional but will likely require intervention from a certified ShoreTel technician or experienced administrator to resolve the identified issue.

βœ… Condition and Warranties

  • Devices Tested Startup - Both voice switches start correctly, POST power-on self-test passing, active power LED and operational fans confirming basic functional electronics.
  • Red Light Present - Full transparency: one of the devices displays a red light requiring technical diagnosis, the second device may be fully functional or also present limitations not immediately visible without a complete test environment.
  • Sale AS-IS - Equipment sold in used condition without warranty for full functionality considering the impossibility of complete tests without a complete ShoreTel infrastructure (Director server, licenses, compatible IP phones).
  • Limited 30-Day Warranty - Limited protection against complete failure preventing startup (dead power supply, critical bootup failure) with possible exchange return, red light status known excluded from warranty being a documented problem announcement.
  • Ideal Experienced Technicians - Suitable for buyers familiar with ShoreTel telephony systems possessing troubleshooting skills, access to manufacturer diagnostic tools, or needing spare parts to recover components from analog modules and motherboard processors.
  • All consumables are original and authentic brand - We do not sell any compatible toner or cartridge.
  • Secure Shipping - Professional packaging with double foam protection and a tracking number for complete carrier traceability.
  • Professional Invoice - Paper invoice with 0% VAT included in each package for company accounting

⚠️ Disclaimer

Technical Support and Configuration:

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

πŸ”Ή What is a ShoreTel voice switch and what is it used for?
A ShoreTel voice switch is the central element of the proprietary ShoreTel distributed IP telephony architecture, combining multiple functions into a single piece of equipment: a call controller managing signaling for establishing telephone communications, a media gateway converting analog signals from PSTN trunks of telecom operators to VoIP RTP packet streams, a voicemail server hosting users' voicemail boxes for unified messaging, and a basic network switch providing Ethernet connectivity for IP phones. Unlike traditional centralized VoIP architectures (Cisco CUCM, Avaya CM) that rely on a single datacenter server processing all calls for the organization, the ShoreTel architecture distributes call processing intelligence across multiple voice switches at different geographic sites. Each switch manages calls locally even in the event of a WAN connection loss between sites, with phones continuing to operate normally at the isolated site thanks to the autonomy of the local switch. Switches communicate with each other using proprietary ShoreTel protocols to synchronize directories, transfer inter-site calls, and share voicemail conferencing resources. The central ShoreTel Director server solely ensures centralized management and provisioning of user configurations without being a media path for critical calls.
πŸ”Ή Can I use these switches without a ShoreTel Director server?
No, ShoreTel voice switches require a ShoreTel Director server (now Mitel MiVoice Connect Director) for full production operation. The Director ensures user provisioning, extension configuration, management of IP phone licenses accounting for usage, programming dial plans for inter-site call routing, web administration interface ShoreWare Director configuring system-wide settings, and distribution of firmware updates for phone switches. Without a Director accessible on the network, switches start at a basic level displaying connectivity errors (probably the origin of the mentioned red light), but are unable to process production calls normally. Options for potential buyers: technicians with existing ShoreTel infrastructure who can integrate switches as an expansion of capacity for additional sites, training laboratories possessing ShoreTel virtual appliance licenses for testing and learning certifications, ShoreTel companies wishing to stock spare parts for urgent replacement of failing production switches, or recovery of hardware components from analog cards for reusable modules in other projects. For a complete new telephony system deployment from scratch, modern alternative solutions (3CX, FreePBX, Cisco Webex Calling, Microsoft Teams Phone) offer lower licensing costs compared to the complete acquisition of legacy ShoreTel infrastructure including servers and phone licenses.
πŸ”Ή Does the ShoreGear E1K work in France with local E1 operators?
The ShoreGear E1K supports Euro ISDN PRI signaling, a European standard used in France by operators Orange Business/SFR/Bouygues Telecom for primary E1 access with 30 channels for businesses. E1 interface 120 ohms RJ-45 compatible with TNR (Network Digital Termination) connections from French operators with the appropriate configuration of the Q.931 ETSI Euro-ISDN protocol. However, several important considerations: E1 PRI access is becoming rare and obsolete in France by 2025, with operators massively migrating customers to SIP trunks IP-Centrex cloud replacing traditional legacy copper/fiber TDM links, high monthly costs of E1 PRI subscriptions ranging from €200-400/month versus SIP trunks €5-15/channel making E1 economically non-competitive, and the complexity of configurations for DDI numbering compatibility in France requiring advanced enterprise telephony expertise. Realistic use of the ShoreGear E1K in France 2025: a gateway interconnecting an old Alcatel OmniPCX PABX still equipped with an E1 card to ShoreTel VoIP infrastructure during a gradual migration, replacement of a failing E1K switch spare part in an existing ShoreTel installation under extended maintenance amortization, or a training laboratory teaching ISDN PRI legacy protocols to telecom engineering students. For new deployments, absolutely prioritize SIP trunks standards for connectivity with modern operators versus E1 end-of-life declining technologies.
πŸ”Ή What could be the cause of the red light and is it repairable?
The red light on the ShoreTel typically 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 complete infrastructure), failure of the hardware module analog card FXO trunks damaged ports short-circuiting telephone lines, firmware corruption incomplete software image partial bootup requiring TFTP reflash factory reset, incompatibility of firmware versions between the switch and the Director creating handshake failures proprietary protocols, absence/expiration of system licenses preventing full activation of features, thermal overheating failing fan dust accumulation requiring cleaning replacement cooling fan, or power supply voltages out of specifications aging electrolytic capacitors on motherboards. Repairability depends on the cause: software configuration issues resolvable for free through appropriate reconfigurations via administrator console access, hardware module defects requiring replacement parts availability of ShoreTel spare parts decreasing due to platform obsolescence after Mitel's acquisition in 2014, and the technical expertise required for in-depth diagnostics limiting interventions to certified ShoreTel/Mitel technicians or senior telecom engineers skilled in proprietary VoIP architectures. Repair costs potentially range from €200-500 for labor diagnostics versus the residual value of used switches at €100-300 each making repairs economically questionable unless there is a critical production need.
πŸ”Ή Can I recover the components for other projects if the switches are not repairable?
Yes, ShoreTel voice switches contain recoverable electronic components: FXO/FXS analog module cards usable for DIY Asterisk/FreePBX VoIP gateway projects requiring PSTN analog telephone line interfaces, reusable CPU motherboards for embedded systems in real-time industrial IoT projects with VxWorks, recyclable SDRAM DDR RAM memories for upgrading old hardware, 100-240VAC switching power supplies usable for laboratory electronics power supplies, recoverable RJ-45/RJ-21X/DB-9 connectors for DIY telecom cabling projects, reusable rack-mountable metal enclosures for Raspberry Pi electronics projects in homelabs, and printed circuit boards containing precious metals like gold and copper that can be valued through specialized e-waste recycling channels. The value of recovering spare parts justifies the purchase of defective switches for passionate electronics makers, technical schools teaching disassembly and repair of telecom equipment, or certified e-waste recycling and valorization companies. Be aware of French legislation on electrical and electronic equipment waste imposing selective collection and approved treatment prohibiting the disposal of professional electronic equipment in ordinary landfills. Consult accredited eco-organisms like Ecologic Ecosystem for responsible recycling channels compliant with environmental regulations.
πŸ”Ή Does ShoreTel still exist in 2025 and is there support available?
The original ShoreTel brand no longer exists independently since its acquisition by Mitel Networks in 2017 for 530 million dollars, the product renamed Mitel MiVoice Connect perpetuating the technological legacy of distributed architecture. Mitel continues to market MiVoice Connect 2025 as a hybrid cloud on-premise telephony solution with support for recent generations of legacy ShoreGear voice switches (ShoreGear 220, ST models) but a gradual end-of-life has been announced for older models, including the ShoreGear 90/E1K, which are technologically obsolete. Official manufacturer support from Mitel is limited to clients with active paid SmartCare maintenance contracts, and the user community forums of the ShoreTel User Group are active in sharing troubleshooting expertise, along with independent consultants specializing in ShoreTel migrations offering legacy system maintenance services. The availability of spare parts in the second-hand market is declining with the gradual closures of companies equipped with ShoreTel migrating to modern cloud solutions like Microsoft Teams Phone, RingCentral, 8x8, or Mitel MiCloud Connect SaaS. Firmware downloads require authenticated Mitel partner accounts, which are inaccessible to the general public, complicating security patch updates. Organizations now with ShoreTel infrastructures in 2025 are generally planning migrations in the medium term of 2-5 years versus investments in new hardware for a legacy platform facing planned obsolescence. For new deployments in 2025, recommended alternatives include: flexible open-source 3CX, community Asterisk FreePBX, enterprise Cisco solutions, or cloud-native RingCentral/Zoom Phone for management simplicity.

πŸ“¦ Delivery Contents

  • 1x ShoreTel ShoreGear 90 Voice Switch (SG-90)
  • 1x ShoreTel ShoreGear E1K Voice Switch (SG-E1K)
  • Both devices tested - startup confirmed
  • Red light 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, E1 RJ-45 cables, DB-9 console cables, power supplies, rack mounting kits, technical documentation or accessories are not included. Switches sold as standalone devices in used condition AS-IS with documented red light.

🚚 Shipping and Customer Service

We guarantee professional packaging suitable for sensitive telecom equipment: double protection with reinforced cardboard of appropriate dimensions, high-density polyurethane foam wrapping each device individually, bubble wrap securing RJ-45 connectors on the back, and rigid bracing to prevent movement and shocks during transport and multiple handling. The two switches will be packaged 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 projects, additional information about the visible red light in photos, possibilities for recovering components or spare parts, or AS-IS sale conditions with limited warranty. For organizations now with legacy ShoreTel infrastructures requiring assistance with Mitel MiVoice Connect migrations or technical consultations, we can recommend specialized enterprise telephony integration partners based on region. Standard shipping time is 24-48 hours on business days after payment confirmation.

πŸ›’ Lot of 2 ShoreTel Voice Switches - ShoreGear 90 + E1K
VoIP IP Telephony β€’ Analog Trunking & E1 β€’ Tested β€’ Red Light β€’ Parts/Recovery

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