Patent ID: 6122359
Filing Date: 2000-09-19
Classification: H04M,H04Q

Abstract:
A method for processing a call to an adjunct device comprising the steps of:extending a voice connection from a calling station to a port on an adjunct device via a switching system in response to receipt of a called number;transmitting the called number and a call identification to the adjunct device over a data link;storing the called number and call identification number logically associated with the port in a transaction file;initiating transfer of the call by transmitting a new called number associated with a port on the switching system from the adjunct device to the switching system;generating a new call identification for the new called number and storing said new call identification and new called number logically associated with the port on the switching system;transmitting a data message from the switching system to the adjunct device identifying the new call identification and new called number;associating the new call identification and new called number with the new call;mapping the new call identification with the transaction file;transferring the call to a station;transmitting an identification of the station to the adjunct device; andtransmitting the transaction file to the station.