Dropped Calls
Learn how to troubleshoot the issues with calls unexpectedly disconnecting during conversations.
Issue
Users can experience situations when calls unexpectedly disconnect during conversations, and there are several ways to troubleshoot them.
Possible Causes and Solutions
Please check the following options, which will help you investigate the cause of your call being dropped.
Reason 1. Network Issues
High network traffic can cause dropped calls. Make sure to prioritize VoIP traffic by configuring Quality of Service (QoS) settings on your router.
If you have a network issue or your Internet connection is absent, you may get the following screen on the softphone:
Unable to connect screen
Click Download error logs to save a .txt file with technical information on the current issue. Then, submit a request to the CommPeak support team and attach the file to the request.
NOTE
Check the CommPeak Speed Test page that provides more details about how you can assess your connection's speed and quality.
Reason 2. Hardware Issues
Faulty hardware, such as routers or switches, can cause call drops. Therefore, it is important to inspect and maintain your equipment regularly.
NOTE
Please see the Unable to Make or Receive Calls page for more details on troubleshooting call failures.
Updated about 9 hours ago