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Headsets

UW Madison Division of Information Technology (DoIT) tests telephone equipment for compatibility with the Centrex System and campus wiring.  The following telecommunications equipment has been tested and is recommended for purchase and use on the Madison campus.

Ordering information

DoIT does not sell headsets.   Headsets need to be ordered from an outside vendor through your department's purchasing staff.  For your convenience, we have listed some vendors below. You may want to contact these vendors or others for price comparisons.

Office Depot is the prime vendor for office supplies, including telephones, for the University.  Some telephones and accessories on the recommended list are not available from Office Depot.  Below is a vendor that might carry those items. To order from Office Depot, contact your department's purchasing office.

Graybar, 1301 W. Badger Road, P.O. Box 2035, Madison, WI 53701. For pricing and availability, call 800-955-1330.

Headsets come in a variety of different styles.  Below are a couple of web sites that you can look at to determine what style best fits your needs.  Then have your purchasing department order the equipment from one of the above suggested vendors.  ***Please note:  Most headset models require an adapter or amplifier to interface with the phone.

Web site were you can view headset styles

If you have any questions regarding the recommended equipment list or the procedures, contact Bernadette Rhiel at 263-3845.