Universal port functionality enables the Cisco AS5350 to operate simultaneously as a network access server (NAS) and a voice gateway and deliver universal services on any port at any time. The Cisco AS5350 universal services include dial access, real-time voice and fax, wireless data access, and unified communications (UC). The Cisco AS5350 Universal Gateway achieves cost savings through optimized utilization of the universal port access infrastructure. Service Providers (SPs) can now quickly capitalize on new opportunities and realize multiple revenue streams from a single access infrastructure.