Do I Need A Router With My Magicjack Plus If I Plug It Into My Computer?

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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on December 8th, 2011 12:39 PM

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No. Plug the magicJack into a free USB port, then plug your phone line into the magicJack. The magicJack comes with a 6-inch USB extension cable in case it interferes with other devices plugged into your USB ports.

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Answer #2: Posted by My2Cents on December 9th, 2011 12:56 PM

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MagicJack does require a router if not used with a pc.

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