Which wires go where in a BT phone socket?
In BT-standard internal wiring, the blue wire with the white band around it should be matched with the white cable with the blue band. The orange and white with the white and orange, and the green/white with (fill in the blank…).
What wires go where in a phone socket?
TELEPHONE SOCKET WIRING
| White/Orange | 4 | Orange/White |
|---|---|---|
| White/Blue | 5 | Blue/White |
| White/Green | 6 | Green/White |
Can I move BT master socket myself?
Use an Experienced Telephone Engineer You could move the Master Socket yourself however if you get things wrong BT will charge you to reinstate the wiring. Therefore, work should be completed by an experienced telephone engineer. The NTE 5 needs to be connected before any of your own extension wiring.
Can I replace a BT master socket?
You can rip the socket out, or replace it with a non standard one. If you ever get a fault with it, they may charge if the socket is the cause of the problem.
Can I move my BT master socket?
You can separate your broadband signal at the master socket and cable it to a broadband-only point elsewhere. No need to move your BT master socket.
Can I plug BT router into any phone socket?
You must always plug your Hub into the broadband connection on your master socket. If you plug it into a phone socket or extension, it just won’t work.
Where do you find the master phone socket?
The master phone socket is the main socket where the phone line enters your home, usually found in the hallway near the front door. If you can’t find it, have a look outside for any wires entering your home, then look for a white box on the wall inside.
What’s the correct way to wire a master socket?
Very occasionally, your cable from outside will be jointed before it gets to your master socket. Normally you can find a connecting box where the transition from the exterior cables to the interior ones is made. The convention is to use the “blue/white”-”white/blue”.
Do you have to plug your broadband into your master socket?
You must always plug your Hub into the broadband connection on your master socket. If you plug it into a phone socket or extension, it just won’t work. Having problems with your broadband?
What kind of wire do you use for a telephone socket?
Never use stranded wire, mains cable or bell wire. Run the cables to the Extension socket positions in accordance with your plan. Feed the cable through each socket box entry hole and leave about 200mm (8”) of cable spare at the socket. WARNING – When fixing the cable, take care not to puncture or damage it in any way.