Backgrounds.tar Info
Below are three post options tailored for different audiences, from technical admins to general users. Option 1: Technical (IT Admin/Cisco Support)
We've just updated our archive with new company-branded wallpapers. To update your desk phone: Press the Settings button. Select User Preferences > Background Images . Choose your favorite from the new list! Backgrounds.tar
Guide: Deploying Custom Wallpapers with Backgrounds.tar Below are three post options tailored for different
Working with Cisco IP Phone customization? Don't forget that Backgrounds.tar must be extracted and served via TFTP for your custom images to appear in the "Background Images" menu. Consistency in your List.xml formatting is key—one missed line can break the whole gallery! #Cisco #ITAdmin #UnifiedCommunications xml template to include with your post? Select User Preferences > Background Images
The file is a compressed archive typically used to store and deploy customized wallpaper images for Cisco IP Phones (such as the 7970, 7971, and 7975 models).
If you don't see the new options, please reach out to the IT help desk to ensure the latest firmware and image files have been synced to your local server. Option 3: Short/Social Media (Quick Tip)
This archive contains the .png images and the List.xml file required for the phone to "see" your options.
