Q&A: Is there any way of using VoIP without computer – eg through a router’s ethernet port?

Question by dezza: Is there any way of using VoIP without computer – eg through a router’s ethernet port?
I’d like to use a VoIP service, but would prefer not to have to leave the computer on all day.
Is there any way I can avoid using a PC to make and receive calls – are there any adaptors that can be plugged straight into an ethernet router?

Thanks in advance.

Best answer:

Answer by 16k-zx81

We have voip and the phone (a standard phone, not a voip phone) plugs straight into the router. It works regardless of whether the computer is on or off.

You can also use a VOIP adapter [its a small box like a modem], which plugs into your modem (phone plugs into the adapter)

All you need for VOIP is a VOIP router OR a VOIP adapter to plug into your modem, and a broadband connection. The computer is not necessary.

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