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Getting to Know Grandstream's GCC Convergence Solution

Grandstream's GCC6000 Series redefines IT infrastructure with convergence devices that seamlessly integrate core business technologies. This all-in-one solution combines IP PBX call handling, VPN routing for flexible deployments, next-generation firewall security, and networking capabilities. This blog post will provide a comprehensive overview of the GCC series solution and its components, helping you understand its features, functionalities, and how to leverage it for your clients.

 

For a detailed technical breakdown, visit our documentation center and access the GCC device's user manual.

 

GCC Overview

The GCC device offers a high degree of customization for small to medium-sized deployments, providing a suite of enterprise-grade technologies that were once reserved for larger organizations. It can be easily and affordably integrated into your IT infrastructure.

The GCC's capabilities can be broken down into the following modules:

• Networking
• Firewall
• Network Nodes
• IP PBX

A GCC convergence device can be accessed through its web browser GUI or Grandstream's free, cloud-based management system, Grandstream Device Management System (GDMS). GDMS is recommended for its comprehensive features for configuring, managing, and troubleshooting your devices.

 

Before diving into each module, it's essential to understand some core system settings. The Topology setting allows you to view a network map of all connected devices, while basic system settings like scheduling, user management, and email alerts should be configured first.

Networking Module

The Networking module provides essential IT infrastructure settings, including WAN/LAN configurations, VLAN creation, VPN management, routing policies, QoS features, and more. This section will highlight key features within the Networking Module.

Network Settings

• Configure WAN, LAN, and port settings, including Gigabit Ethernet ports and SFP ports.
• Adjust PoE capabilities (on PoE models).
• Connect to DSL modems or routers and set static IPv4/IPv6 addresses.

VLAN

• Create VLANs to group and isolate network endpoints.
• Assign VLANs to LAN ports for segmentation and security.

VPN

• Create encrypted connections using various VPN protocols (PPTP, IPSec, OpenVPN, L2TP, WireGuard).
• Configure site-to-site and client-to-site VPNs.

Policy Routes and Load Balance Pool

• Create policy routes for load balancing or failover between WAN ports.
• Configure static routing for manual control.

Quality of Service (QoS)

• Prioritize specified traffic to ensure performance and optimize bandwidth usage.
• Allocate bandwidth between different classes of applications.
• Create custom class rules based on IP addresses and ports.

Bandwidth Limit

• Set maximum upload and download limits for specific IP/MAC addresses or ranges.
• Schedule bandwidth limits for specific times.

Network Nodes

Network nodes refer to individual devices like switches and access points within your network infrastructure. The Network Nodes module provides tools for managing and monitoring these devices.

GWN Access Point Management

• Configure, upgrade, delete, reboot, and transfer GWN access points.
• Assign SSIDs to access points and manage Wi-Fi settings.

Wi-Fi Management

• Customize SSIDs, security settings, mesh settings, and blocklists.
• Create VLAN-associated SSIDs and configure captive portals.
• Adjust advanced Wi-Fi settings like band steering, airtime fairness, and channel width.

Switch Management

• Configure, monitor, and optimize GWN switches.
• Set VLAN IDs, static/dynamic IP addresses, RADIUS authentication, and more.
• Use global switch configurations for network-wide settings.
• Apply port profiles for batch setting changes.

Client Customization and Management

• Monitor connected devices and users.
• Adjust bandwidth limits, VLAN assignments, and static IP settings for clients.

Captive Portal

• Configure a landing page for Wi-Fi clients to access the internet.
• Customize the captive portal experience with various options.

Firewall

The GCC's firewall capabilities protect your network from external and internal threats.

Firewall Policy

• Configure inbound and forwarding rules to filter and route traffic.
• Use advanced NAT for address translation.

Security Defense and Anti-Malware

• Enable DoS defense and customize thresholds.
• Activate anti-malware and update virus signatures.

Intrusion Prevention

• Use IPS and IDS to monitor network traffic for suspicious activity.
• Protect against botnet attacks.

Content Control

• Filter traffic based on DNS, URL, keywords, and applications.
• Block access to potentially dangerous or malicious websites and applications.

IP PBX

The IP PBX module provides call handling and collaboration features, including extension/trunk configuration, extension groups, routing, IVR, voicemail, call center capabilities, ring groups, paging/intercom features, and more.

Note: For a more in-depth exploration of the IP PBX module, please refer to our documentation page.

Additional Resources

• GCC Demo Tool: Explore the GCC's features in an interactive demo environment.
• Contact Us: Contact our sales team or find a distributor in your area.

By understanding the GCC's capabilities and features, you can effectively leverage this convergence solution to enhance your IT infrastructure and meet your business needs.