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    joross84 Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 30, 2012, 05:27 PM
    Is phone service required for DSL connection via phone jack
    I am setting up a DSL internet service with ATT which requires a phone Jack but there's no phone service for a land line?

    Other than the service and purchasing a router do I also need to arrange phone service to the jack?
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    Jul 30, 2012, 06:52 PM
    No. You just need to have intact wiring at the jack for you to get DSL service. You are not required to have phone service.
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    Jul 30, 2012, 07:17 PM
    No, the service has a "number" basically one for the DLS, you can't call on it or receive call on it, but you will be given an "account number" which is a phone number of the DSL service.
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    Jul 31, 2012, 06:41 AM
    Thanks to you both - helps my peace of mind!
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