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52 Connecting the fax to a phone line ENWW
The MFP can function as a standalone analog fax machine. The information in this chapter
helps you complete the following tasks:
● Perform initial setup configuration
● Send faxes
● Configure fax settings
● Perform advanced fax features
● Use fax logs and reports
● Troubleshoot problems
This chapter also provides product specifications.
Note Although the MFP also supports LAN faxing through the HP MFP Digital Sending Software
Configuration Utility, that utility is available as an option and is not discussed in this chapter.
For information about LAN faxing, see the HP MFP Digital Sending Software User Guide
or the HP MFP Digital Sending Software Support Guide.
Connecting the fax to a phone line
When connecting the fax to a phone line, make sure that the phone line for the fax is a
dedicated line that is not used by any other devices. This line should be an analog line,
because the fax will not function correctly when it is connected to some digital PBX
systems. If you are unsure about what type of line you have, contact your telecom
provider.
Note Use the phone cord that comes with the fax to make sure that the fax functions correctly.
Follow these instructions to connect the fax to a phone jack.
1 Locate the phone cord that is included with the fax kit. Plug one end of the cord into
the fax phone jack. The fax phone jack is located on the back of the MFP on the
formatter plate, next to the other connectors. Make sure that the cord is plugged into
the fax phone jack completely and securely.
2 Plug the other end of the phone cord completely into the phone jack on the wall to
finish the installation.
Note The fax function for the HP Color LaserJet 9500mfp will not function until the required items
are entered into the appropriate menus on the control panel. See “Establishing the required
fax settings” on page 53.