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A few methods for setting up audio conferences
  • The ESNET provides a scheduled service where up to 25 participants can call in to a (Berkeley) phone number. This service is available on a first come, first served basis. http://abm.es.net/ 

    • Another related option is that if there is an ESNET based (82nnnn or 88nnnn etc.)  video conference where some of the participants want to connect audio only, they can call in to a phone number and enter the conference ID. This is an ad-hoc feature since video conferences are ad-hoc.

  • Lab telephones support linking in one call. To do that, after the first call is established, press the 'Flash" ("Link" on some phones) and then there will be another dialtone. Then press Flash again and the calls are conferenced. The second call which is being conferenced in cannot be an incoming call, you have to initiate the second call.

  • The Operator can set up an audio conference with up to 20 participants given 24 hours notice. There is a cost per perticipant per minute. There are toll and toll free calling options for joining the confernece.