Why do I have internet but no dial tone?

If there is no dial tone, the problem is with the phone or outside wiring. If there is still no dial tone, it is the outside wiring and a problem for the service provider. (For cable users, the test is the same. If there is still no dial tone, contact your service provider.)

What would cause phone not to have dial tone?

Make sure the phone cord is plugged into the correct port on your phone or device. Unplug the phone or device from the wall jack. Plug your phone or device into another wall jack that you know is working. If the dial tone returns it means the previous wall jack is damaged or defective.

How do you check if DSL line is working?

How to Test a DSL Line

1. Access your modem’s settings by typing the IP indicated in your modem’s manual.
2. Use an online speedtesting service such as SpeedTest.
3. Have your ISP’s technical support test your modem from their side of the connection.

Why does DSL work but I Cant get a dial tone?

There are two wall phone outlets inside the house. Service to both originates in the same Network Interface Device. I can get DSL to work from either outlet, but I can’t pick up a dial tone with a phone at either outlet. Calling my home phone number from a cell, I get a busy signal, again as though there were a phone off the hook.

Why does my DSL phone line not work?

Obviously, my phone line has be be connected, otherwise, how could the DSL work. Have already made the service call, and my incident is so important to them, it will be (maybe) sunday before they can get around to sending out a tech.

What causes no DSL or no light on DSL led?

It will also assist resolving the “No DSL Cable is plugged into the Router ADSL Port” error message during initial genie setup. Internet Service Provider (ISP) issues or home wiring issues can cause faulty DSL connection. You can find out whether you have an issue with your wiring by viewing the lights on the DSL modem.

How to diagnose busy signal on DSL phone?

Mark each wire where it connects to that block. Disconnect the telco wire. Using alligator clips (or some other test lead and maybe a connector block – spend the $5) connect that phone (and anything else necessary to create the problem) directly to the telco phone line.