Lexmark X5495 Fax Guide - Page 12

There is a plug installed in the EXT port of the printer. This plug is necessary for the proper functioning of the printer. Note: Do not remove the plug. If you remove it, other telecommunications devices in your home (such as telephones or answering machines) may not work. Choosing a fax connection You can connect the printer with equipment such as a telephone, an answering machine, or a computer modem. If problems occur, see "Setup Troubleshooting" on page 40. Note: The printer is an analog device that works best when directly connected to the wall jack. Other devices (such as a telephone or answering machine) can be successfully attached to pass through the printer, as described in the setup steps. If you want a digital connection such as ISDN, DSL, or ADSL, a third-party device (such as a DSL filter) is required. You do not need to attach the printer to a computer, but you do need to connect it to a telephone line to send and receive faxes. You can connect the printer to other equipment. See the following table to determine the best way to set up the printer. Equipment • The printer • A telephone cord • The printer • A telephone • Two telephone cords • The printer • A telephone • An answering machine • Three telephone cords • The printer • A telephone • A computer modem • Three telephone cords Benefits Send and receive faxes without using a computer. See this section "Connecting directly to a telephone wall jack" on page 14 • Use the fax line as a normal telephone line. "Connecting to a telephone" on • Send and receive faxes without using a page 17 computer. Receive both incoming voice messages and "Connecting to an answering machine" faxes. on page 13 Send faxes using the computer or the printer. "Connecting to a computer with a modem" on page 16 Fax Setup 12