[Ferra]

There is a network cable that runs from the basement to my room. (typical 4 pairs of twisted wire)

However, 1 of the 4 pairs is used to connect a telephone jack.

Is there any possibility I can split the wires so that I can get BOTH internet + telephone out of the same line? (splits on both ends; 1 ends going to router + telephone box, the other end going to computer + telephone jack)


And btw, where is a good place I can get those networking tools kits w/ the cutter, jacks adapters, clamps...etc

[Great68]

Yes you can do it, but the maximum bandwidth you will be able to get is 100Mbs.

You will have to use one of the unused 100BaseT pairs (Blue/WhiteBlue or Brown/whitebrown) for your telephone pair.

Follow link for detailed instructions:
http://www.mavromatic.com/2005/06/how-to-wire-an-ethernet-and-phone-jack-using-a-single-cat5e-cable/

[Presto]

ya learn something new everyday :D

[!Tigger]

local:
lee's electronics.
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online:
dealextreme

[FerrariEnzo]

cant you just buy a dual socket?