Lexmark X658 User's Guide - Page 61

Setting up the printer to fax Note: Fax capabilities may not be available on all printer models. The following connection methods may not be applicable in all countries or regions. CAUTION-SHOCK HAZARD: Do not use the fax feature during a lightning storm. Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the fax feature, power cord, or telephone, during a lightning storm. Choosing a fax connection You can connect the printer with equipment such as a telephone, an answering machine, or a computer modem. 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. • Use the fax line as a normal telephone line. • Send and receive faxes without using a computer. Receive both incoming voice messages and faxes. Send faxes using the computer or the printer. Using an RJ11 adapter Country/region • United Kingdom • Ireland • Finland • Norway • Denmark • Italy • Sweden • Netherlands • France • Portugal Additional printer setup 61