How to Install a DSL Jack

Many different Internet service options exist. You can stay with the traditional dial-up service or upgrade to a faster connection with wireless or DSL. DSL gains access to a home through the phone line port, although it does not actually take up the line or block any calls. It also uses a wider cable, commonly referred to as a LAN or Ethernet cables. Because these cables are wider, a DSL jack will be needed in order to use it with the phone outlet.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• DSL jack
• Ethernet cable

1. Insert the male end of the DSL jack into the phone outlet. The front side of the DSL jack will have two different available ports--one for the phone line, the other for the DSL connection.

2. Insert the Ethernet cable into its proper port. Attach the other end of the cable into the computer's Ethernet port.

3. Insert the phone line cord into the phone outlet side of the DSL jack. This is only necessary for those who want to have a phone connection in the particular room as well.

Tips & Warnings

• Not all DSL jacks have a provided port for a phone line.

References

• DSL Jack