Obixxx with PBX software when PBX software is turned off?
N1KMP:
I was initially thinking the Obi110 would pass the call off to the software PBX which would process the call and then route as needed possibly back through the Obixxx. I don't see any conditional logic in the Obixxx that could be used to change behavior if the soft PBX goes down. In that case, if the computer with the PBX software was turned off it looks like things would not work well.
Azerobert's suggestion looks to run the two in parallel which seems workable for the most part. Kinda like running two thermostats in parallel.
If I understand it right, it will cause me to implement a soft PBX on a device that can be left running. Maybe implement it on a router (or similar) or a small dedicated PC (overkill for my needs).
azrobert:
I'm using a Raspberry Pi running Raspbx.
Here's a kit for $65:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=9SIA5YB20K8370&cm_re=raspberry_pi-_-9SIA5YB20K8370-_-Product
Newegg has a cheaper kit, but you need a 2 amp PSU if you want to use a WiFi dongle.
The Raspberry Pi will be much cheaper to run (electricity) than a small PC.
drgeoff:
As of yesterday (2 Feb) Raspberry Pi 2 B is available. Looks almost the same as B+ but 1Gbyte RAM and 900MHz quad core ARM7 CPU. Same price.
N1KMP:
Raspberry Pi is where I think I'm heading. I have one sitting idle so it is an easy thing to try.
The original question was started when I pondered setting a PBX up on this PC which is on most, but not always. Setting up on the PC would be an easy way to play and get started. But as I asked earlier, what happens when the PC is off?
That said, the local 2nd hand shop periodically has used routers. They often run $5 and if you are there on the right day they are on sale for half price. I picked up a couple Lynksys that are now running DD-WRT and I have them set up as wireless bridges for when I need a internet connection without being able to wire to the network.
lrosenman:
I'm using a RaspberryPi B+ for IncrediblePBX. Works great, and the RPI is dedicated to Asterisk.
The RPI does CNAME lookup and can run my IP Phones if I set them up.
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