The Avaya Workplace Client serves as the primary softphone application for IP Office, enabling voice, video, and messaging across desktop and mobile devices. Installation files are accessed via the Avaya Support portal by matching specific system versions or through internal user portals, requiring proper licensing for activation. For more details, visit Avaya Documentation Downloading the Software - Avaya Documentation
Here’s a proper step-by-step guide to finding and downloading the Avaya IP Office Softphone (typically called Avaya IP Office Softphone or Avaya Workplace for newer versions).
1. Determine Which Softphone You Need | Product | For IP Office version | Notes | |---------|----------------------|-------| | Avaya IP Office Softphone | IP Office 9.x – 11.0 | Older standalone softphone | | Avaya Workplace (Softphone mode) | IP Office 11.1+ | Modern replacement, recommended | If you don’t know your system version, ask your system administrator.
2. Accessing the Download You cannot download the softphone from Avaya’s public website without a support account. Instead: Option A – From your company (easiest)
Ask your IT department or phone system admin for the installer file. Many companies provide it via internal portal or shared drive.
Option B – From Avaya Support (if you have an account)
Go to support.avaya.com Log in with your Avaya PLDS or SSO account (requires active support contract). Search for “IP Office Softphone” or “Avaya Workplace” . Download the version matching your IP Office release.
Option C – Web-based softphone (no install)
Some IP Office systems allow a browser-based client via the WebRTC gateway. Access via: https://<your-ip-office-ip>/webrtc
3. Installation Steps (Windows example)
Run the downloaded .exe installer as administrator. Accept the license agreement. Choose installation type:
Typical – recommended for most users. Custom – only if you need to change paths or features.