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Recommended Extension Numbering Scheme

Having a consistent numbering scheme for the extensions created within your PBX allows for easier turn-up and easier reference points when troubleshooting

For 3 digit Numbering

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

For 4 digit Numbering

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

System Reserved Extension Numbers

The following extension numbers can not be used and are reserved for system features. See Feature Codes (Star Codes) for a full list.

001-099, 411, 611, 911, 933, 988

Call Park range: 700-799 (7000-7999 for 4 digit numbering) is reserved for Call Parks. Don’t assign extensions in this range, but do create your call parks here.

Updated on October 26, 2026
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