Picked up 6 7940's... What else do I need?

Cleaning out a office today I picked up 6-10 7940's or might be 7960's and a 3550 POE switch. What would be the recommendation on routers/hardware to get these working? Do I just need a router with Cisco call manager or ? CCNA Voice is one of my goals for this year so this is a good starting point. Thanks in advance.

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gregorio323

Pick up a Router and also pick up a Cisco Unified Communication Manager Image version 8 or 7 should be fine off on ebay and run it on vmware.

themagicone

So like a 2611XM or should I go for a 2800/1800 series? How about a CME unit?

themagicone

Also... With like a 2651XM with CME 4.1 installed, can I set it up with a SIP provider to actually use the phones? Or would I be just stuck to getting an voice interface card to plug into a POTS line?

stlsmoore

If you find a 2800 series router for the low, I would def. get one of those, it'll carry you through to the CCNP: Voice stuff as well, the new certs focuses on features that requires IOS 15 and Unified 8.x versions. Good choice on the 3550 switch and phones too.