[Asterisk-Users] Newbie physical layout question

[Marty Mastera]

> Sorry for the very newbie-like question.  I have the
> FXS part straight.  The part I don't understand is the
> FX0 part.  Will I need the FX0 card if I am connecting
> to a service like FWD?  My goal is to get rid of my
> phone line all together.  I am under the impression I
> will only need an FX0 if I'm connecting to the central
> office side of the phone connection or to an existing
> PBX.  Bottom line, will I need an analog connection
> (regular phone line) if I'm trying to get my service
> through FWD?  All of the documentation I've seen is
> great, but if anyone knows of some good documentation
> that explains the physical part of it I would
> appreciate it.
> 
> Thanks,
> Paul
> 

Hey Paul,

Your assumptions are correct.  Unless you are connecting to the PSTN or
a PBX, you don't need an FXO card.  Services such as FWD (or others as
listed on the wiki) will make use of your internet connection to
interface with the rest of the world.

Hope that helps,

Marty