Can I replace my BT master socket?

You cannot replace that socket as it is the property of Openreach.

Are BT responsible for the master socket?

A lot of customers seem to wrongly think that BT are responsible for wiring upto the Master Socket , including myself until today. Looks as though it will be another charge. Although the other option is to ditch the land line and just rely on the mobile.

Can I change my master socket?

The master socket normally belongs to the phone line provider and in theory can’t be moved. There is normally a provision to extend from them, in a way that the extensions can be disconnected for testing.

What is the latest BT master socket?

The NTE5C MK2 is the latest type of socket that Openreach currently install, supplied as two pieces (rear plate with test socket, incoming line & extension connectors and front lower plate equiped with BT socket).

Will BT Openreach move my master socket?

Re: Moving Master Socket You would have to ask BT to arrange an internal shift, and they would pass the task to Openreach.

Who owns the master socket?

the British Telecommunications plc
Re: Who owns the Master Socket?? The NTE, SSFP and the NTE Faceplate are the property of the British Telecommunications plc. Openreach maintain the line up to and including the NTE on behalf of BT, or which ever CP you’re with, be it Sky, TALKTALK, etc.

Can you have 2 BT master sockets?

You should only have one master socker, the rest will be secondary/slaves.

What is the latest Openreach master socket?

LATEST 2019 NTE5C MK2 SOCKET The NTE5C MK2 is the latest type of socket that Openreach currently install, supplied as two pieces (rear plate with test socket, incoming line & extension connectors and front lower plate equiped with BT socket).

How do I know which BT master socket I have?

The master phone socket is the main socket where the phone line enters your home, usually found in the hallway near the front door. If you can’t find it, have a look outside for any wires entering your home, then look for a white box on the wall inside.

Will BT OpenReach move my master socket?

Do I need a new master socket for Fibre?

Fibre to the Cabinet If you’re setting up your Fibre, you don’t need a special faceplate. We’ll send you microfilters to use with your existing socket. However, you don’t need to worry about microfilters if your master socket has already had a broadband accelerator faceplate fitted (master socket with two sockets).

Can I move my master BT socket?

Can I move my Master BT Socket – Of course you can. Read on. Can I move my Master BT Socket? This is a question I get asked repeatedly. Can I move my Master BT Socket?

What year is this BT socket?

The socket is a BT openreach one from around 2014. If you like a post, or want to say thanks for a helpful answer, please click on the Ratings ‘Thumbs up’ on left hand side. If someone answers your question correctly please let other members know by clicking on ’Mark as Accepted Solution’.

Can you drill a BT socket?

drilling from outside, in to the house. Damaging the window sill, leaving a loop of wire on show. to where it should have been when first installed. Down near the skirting and next to a power socket. A reasonable place for any home and no damage to the property. Plus parts to replace the socket. Can I move my Master BT Socket? Yes..!

Can I replace the wiring on the faceplate of my socket?

Unfortunately, that wiring is your responsibility not Openreach’s. If you don’t use any extensions you can just leave the cover off and continue just using the test socket, or you could just disconnect the wiring on the faceplate and replace it.