How to Add a Phone Jack to a Computer
Adding a phone jack to your computer is an easy task. There are several Internet phone companies that allow you to connect a phone jack into one of your computer's USB ports. Generally the phone adapters are inexpensive although there are annual fees associated with the service.When you purchase this type of product, you will receive your own telephone number and be able to connect a regular household phone directly to your computer phone jack. The most well-known companies that offer Internet phone adapters/computer phone jacks are magicJack, Vonage, and Ooma.
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Instructions
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The Process
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Plug the phone adapter into your computer's USB port. Most adapters are compatible with Windows XP, Vista, and Intel-based Mac operating systems.
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Plug your household phone into the the the Internet phone adapter port.
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Register your product online. Generally, phone adapters prompt your computer to access the Internet once you have plugged them into a USB port.
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Enter your name and address when asked. This will direct your Internet phone adapter to call the appropriate police dispatch center if 911 is ever dialed from the phone attached to your phone adapter.
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Select your Internet connection speed, if you have this option. This will ensure you receive the best quality phone service.
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Select the state, area code, and prefix you would like your phone number to be associated with.
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Read the terms of service and software license agreement. Once you have done so, check the box that states "I have read and agree to the terms of service" and register your product.
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Tips & Warnings
After you register your product, it may take up to two hours to have an active phone line. This information can be found with documentation provided by the Internet phone adapter company. Consult this documentation for further details.
MagicJack phone devices are available for purchase at your local Walgreens or WalMart stores and can also be purchased online at www.magicjack.com.
Vonage phone adapters can be purchased online at www.vonage.com
Ooma phone adapters can be purchased at your local Best Buy store or online at www.ooma.com and www.amazon.com
