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First-time setup checklist (Physical line)

Guide reference: HG-0122

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Step-by-step list for your first day connected. For Physical line customers. O

Don't worry on your first day. This checklist walks you through everything from opening the box to making your first call.

Quick answer

Open the package and check all parts match your welcome letter, including adapter filter if needed.

First-day checklist

  1. Open the package and check all parts match your welcome letter, including adapter filter if needed.

  2. Connect the router at the main phone socket or fibre box. See Setting up your router or adapter box

  3. Wait until the broadband light is steady green. On your start date, service may not go live until 6pm.

  4. Plug the handset adapter into Phone1, then plug your phone into the adapter.

  5. Pick up the phone. You may hear silence or dial tone on digital lines. Both can be normal.

  6. Dial a full UK mobile number including the area code. Press send or call if your phone has that button, then wait for ringing or dialling tones.

  7. Ask someone to call your home number back.

Next step

Use the button if you need to take action on your account or line.

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