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JacobF
Dec 31, 2024Aspirant
Connect landline to Orbi?
Hi there, I'm using my Orbi RBR350 as the router/modem connected straight to my NBN. Is there any way I can connect a landline to it as well? It doesn't appear to work connecting straight to ...
CrimpOn
Dec 31, 2024Guru - Experienced User
Orbi routers do not support telephone service. You have two options:
- Have NBN install a different unit that supports telephone service.
- Subscripe to a Voice over IP service and connect their unit to the Orbi network.
JacobF
Jan 01, 2025Aspirant
Hi there,
Thanks so much for your response.
Is there an adapter I can purchase that would allow me to plug my normal phone line into the Ethernet port of the Orbi router?
Thanks so much for your response.
Is there an adapter I can purchase that would allow me to plug my normal phone line into the Ethernet port of the Orbi router?
- CrimpOnJan 01, 2025Guru - Experienced User
It would probably be most efficient to talk to NBN technical support about your options for telephone service.
- JacobFJan 07, 2025Aspirant
Hi there,
The NBN have advised HFC is the only connection at my home, so the only option then is to get a modem/router with a phone line.
However, if the "landline" phone service is via VoIP, is there a compatible handset I could purchase that would be able to be connected to the Orbi via Ethernet?
Many thanks
- FURRYe38Jan 07, 2025Guru - Experienced User
For VoIP and Ethernet phones, yes.