Can you plug Magic Jack into the wall?

Can you plug Magic Jack into the wall?

Yes, in my case. I hooked the phone line from the MagicJack directly into the wall jack in my bedroom. Just make sure that the old POTS line coming in from the street is disconnected at the house.

Does a Magic Jack need to be plugged into a computer?

To set up the new MagicJack Plus, you still need to plug it into a computer and go through several setup and registration steps. After that, you can either use it like the original — via your computer — or plug the device into your broadband modem or router via an Ethernet port (the cable is included).

What does magic jack plug into?

USB port
The original MagicJack plugged into your computer’s USB port and piggybacked on its internet connection. A standard phone jack on the other side of the device lets you plug in the phone of your choice and make calls.

Can you have two magic jacks on the same computer?

You can only use one magicJack at a time on each computer, but you can have multiple magicJacks plugged into the same router. If your Broadband connection is weak, the quality of your service may be impaired.

Does magicJack work without Internet?

magicJack cannot be used without an internet connection. The analog version of magicJack needed both a computer and an internet connection to receive and make calls. Upgrades to magicJack have made it possible for users to use magicJack without computers but will still need internet to communicate via calls.

Can I plug my magicJack into a modem or router?

You plug the magic jack into an Ethernet port, either directly to a router, or as in my case, plugged into a switch that plugs into a router.

Yes it can be connected directly to a wired router connection.

You can hook it directly to a router.

Mine is hooked directly into my router.

Can magicJack be used with WIFI?

MagicJack may be used with a computer that has a Wi-Fi connection. The Wi-Fi network must be linked to a broadband Internet connection such as DSL or cable. Once a computer is connected to the Internet, the MagicJack software interface appears and a user may dial the number of his choice.

Do you need a landline to use magicJack?

The magicJack device uses Voice Over Internet Protocol (“VoIP”) to allow you to make local and long-distance calls to the U.S. and Canada using an existing internet connection. You can make and receive calls using your computer or regular telephone. No additional telephone service is required.

Does magicJack need wifi?

How do I set-up/connect my magicJack?

How do I set-up/connect magicJack? To connect with a high-speed modem: Plug the provided Ethernet cord into the port labeled “INTERNET” on your magicJack. Plug your phone into the port labeled “PHONE” on your magicJack. Connect the power adapter to your magicJack USB. Plug your magicJack into a power outlet.

Can you use magicJack with a cordless phone?

magicJack is compatible with most analog or digital corded or cordless phones. When plugged into a USB port on your computer, you can use a computer headset. You can plug a cordless base station into your magicJack and use several cordless handsets throughout your house.

Why won’t magicJack Plus work with my modem/routers in one?

Some modems and modem/routers-in-one may not be compatible for use with MagicJack Plus if multiple devices are connected to your network. 2 Try using a new ethernet cable, a different USB port, or another computer if your computer or router fail to detect and recognize the MagicJack Plus device.

What is magicJack Plus and how does it work?

MagicJack Plus is a device that plugs directly into your computer or router and provides Internet-based telephone service (VoIP) to users located throughout the United States and Canada. MagicJack Plus can either be installed for use with your computer, or with your Internet router. Method 1