What are the Recommended Extension Numbering Schemes?

Having a consistent numbering scheme for your extensions allows for easier turn-up and easier reference points when troubleshooting.

For 3 digit extensions

Number Range Feature/Function
100-199 User Extensions
200-299 User Extensions
300-399 User Extensions
400-499 Call Queues
500-599 Call Queues
600-699 Conference Extensions
700-799 Call Parks
800-899 Auto Attendants
900-999 Auto Attendants

 

For 4 digit extensions

Number Range Feature/Function
1000-1999 User Extensions
2000-2999 User Extensions
3000-3999 User Extensions
4000-4999 Call Queues
5000-5999 Call Queues
6000-6999 Conference Extensions
7000-7999 Call Parks
8000-8999 Auto Attendants
9000-9999 Auto Attendants