What do I need to do to fax from Pro 915?
1969702
Download the Lexmark software COMPLETE software package if you haven't already and install it. You MUST have a analog phone line available, VOIP (like Vonage) will NOT work unless the VOIP provider states their adapter will work. Plug a standard phone line into the phone jack of the printer. At the front of the printer, select FAX, making sure you have the document properly loaded; then okay. I will be honest, I did not keep this printer as I had issues with the FAX function. I bought a competitor that worked flawlessly using the same phone lines.
1969703
Actually, I haven't used it. Sorry. I just copy or scan from this printer so far.
1969704
You can send fax by having your phone line plugged in; and going to fax using the touchpad on the device. It does fax pretty easy. My complaint with the machine is that the touchpad does not work good. I often have to touch several times before the machine reacts.
1969705
You can fax from this unit (you only need to plug it into a phone cord); however, this would be one of the worst things you could do. Why? Doing so would mean that you've actually purchased this printer. If you send me $300, I'd be happy to burn it for you - you'll be much more satisfied with the result.
606900
I have Windows 7 32-bit and can send faxes. I did go to a third party site www.rtopro.com/videohirovist.htm for instructions and a possible download. That was a while ago so don't know if it is still a viable site.
1267751
Fax works fine, it will give you the option to print or not. also works with distinctive ring tone if you have the machine connected to one phone line. Wi-fi work great as well. Excellent value for the price.
545408
The device is plug-n-play, Windows 7 configures automatically. Print-to-fax? I have no idea.
895037
I actually gave this printer a very poor rating, but Amazon had sent me the incorrect (but similar model). They made good on it for me. I don't see an easy way for you to accomplish what you want to do. Two suggestions: 1. Disconnect the phone line from the printer and only reconnect it when you want to send a fax. 2. If your phone is connected to the printer, install an inexpensive phone line splitter. Connect the input jack to the phone line; then connect one output jack directly to your phone and the other to your printer which would be removed as in 1. above.
436303
Yes, however, I don't have this fax anymore. I returned it due to a defect.
1857076
My understanding is that you need to have Windows Fax & Scan installed. If the 8.1 version does not have it, maybe you can download the program separately.
5508
I'm looking at the printer right now, and no, It does not have a phone plugin for faxing right from the printer. however, most windows computers with modems allow you to send a fax anyway. (windows xp, 7, 8 im sure)You simply scan the document in and send it fax with a PC. Whenever you go to print a document in windows, the drop-down where you select what printer to print from also has a "fax" option. Selecting that and printing will open up a fax wizard.
226993
Can you be just a bit more specific? This device is a modem... and requires dial tone to operate... connecting it directly to the fax's line port will not provide dial tone, and thus will not operate the fax. doesn't the fax have a usb port to connect to your computer with via a usb cable? You need a telephone line connected directly to the fax on it's line port. let me know if this answers your question...
144515
Old thread, but found this suggestion. It requires you have a *long* telephone line: "try plugging that line cord into the "Telephone" jack on the old machine. That is, there will be a single line cord from the wall jack to the "Line" jack on the old (receiving) fax machine, and a long line cord from the "Telephone" jack of the old machine to the "Line" jack of the new machine."
1655387
did you plug in the the Telephone cable for faxing and do you have a fax line. If not it will not work. Please check
1892275
you should have a built in fax with 8.1; look under devices and printers? you will need to run a telephone line to your computer.
1559660
The back of the printer has a port for a standard phone/fax line, which is supplied with the printer. THis fax line has only two contacts instead of the stardard 4 that most phone lines have. Connect this to the proper port and run the fax setup program from the touch panal on the printer. If this is a dedicated and separate line you should be good. If it a shared line with distinctive ring you will need to set the number of rings before the fax comes through. This may take some playing with to get it right. Follow the instructions in the setup program. Good luck. Printer works great in all functions.
1278222
My old HP 3015 laserjet does this. You put in your document, punch in the first fax number, press enter; punch in the next number, press enter, and so on for each fax number. After you have entered the last fax number, you press the fax button. I would imagine that other models of HP all-in-ones offer the same function.
1655386
To use the fax feature you have to make sure the printer is hooked up to a dedicated telephone landline. Fax does not work over the wifi feature.
1570199
I just got off the phone with Canon Tech Support and below is what he had me do: 1. Go to the maintenance settings for the fax2. Go into the RX settings3. Go into fax Priority mode4. Set the ring start time5. Set the telephone ring time6. Set DEFAULT ACTION to disconnect.This so far is working for me. He said that the fax will only pick up if it detects a tone from another fax machine. I have not verified this ir not, but the machine is no longer picking up my inbound calls. I rarely fax, but having the capability to do so is a big plus when needed. I hope this helps those out there that have experienced the issue with the fax picking up the voice calls. I just got off the phone with Canon Tech Support and below is what he had me do: 1. Go to the maintenance settings for the fax2. Go into the RX settings3. Go into fax Priority mode4. Set the ring start time5. Set the telephone ring time6. Set DEFAULT ACTION to disconnect.This so far is working for me. He said that the fax will only pick up if it detects a tone from another fax machine. I have not verified this ir not, but the machine is no longer picking up my inbound calls. I rarely fax, but having the capability to do so is a big plus when... » Read More I just got off the phone with Canon Tech Support and below is what he had me do: 1. Go to the maintenance settings for the fax2. Go into the RX settings3. Go into fax Priority mode4. Set the ring start time5. Set the telephone ring time6. Set DEFAULT ACTION to disconnect.This so far is working for me. He said that the fax will only pick up if it detects a tone from another fax machine. I have not verified this ir not, but the machine is no longer picking up my inbound calls. I rarely fax, but having the capability to do so is a big plus when needed. I hope this helps those out there that have experienced the issue with the fax picking up the voice calls. « Show Less
1425974
No. My situation does not call for faxing so I didn't buy it for that. I do really like this printer so far.