|  | 9.2 | RJ-45 Jack and Outlet Installation
| 9.2.9 | Preparing a wood surface for a flush-mounted jack

To prepare the wood for flush mounting a jack, follow these steps:

1. Select the position where you want to place the box. You have already learned that, if you choose to place an RJ-45 jack on a wooden baseboard, you should avoid cutting the box opening into the bottom 5 cm of the baseboard.
2. Use the box as a template, and trace around the outside.
3. Drill a starter hole in each corner of the outline.
4. Insert a keyhole saw, or jigsaw, into one of the holes and saw along the outline until you reach the next hole. Turn the saw and continue cutting until you can remove the piece of wood.

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