Scanning to fax

Scan to fax using the Document Assistant or the LaserJet Document Desktop. You can change the properties for this feature within the LaserJet Toolbox. See “LaserJet Toolbox.”

Using the Fax feature

1Load the original with the narrow-side down and the side-to-be- scanned facing toward the front of the scanner.

2Adjust the paper guides.

3Press the Scan button on the scanner.

Windows 9x & NT 4.0

The Document Assistant will launch automatically after the Scan button is pressed.

1Click Fax in the Document Assistant.

2The original will scan, and your PC fax software application will launch automatically and prompt for a sending address. Once specified, the fax software application will then print (electronically) the document to the fax port on your PC.

Windows 3.1x

After the Scan button is pressed, the LaserJet Document Desktop will launch automatically and the original will scan.

1Change the image if necessary: crop, scale, add annotations, and etc.

2Click on the image and drag it to the fax icon, or click File, Send to, and then Fax. Your PC fax software application will launch and prompt for a sending address. Once specified, the fax software application will then print (electronically) the document to the fax port on your PC.

Note

If the fax icon is not present or is not active, either you do not have a

 

fax software application installed on your PC or the application was not

 

recognized by the scanner software during installation. See the online

 

help to create a link to your fax software application: “Accessing the

 

online help.”

 

 

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HP 1100A manual Scanning to fax, Using the Fax feature

1100A specifications

The HP 1100 and 1100A are pivotal laser printers developed by Hewlett-Packard in the early 1990s, marking significant advancements in printing technology of their time. Since their introduction, these models have garnered a reputation for reliability and efficiency, making them a staple in many offices.

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The HP 1100 and 1100A utilize laser technology, which ensures sharp and high-quality prints. The printers have a native resolution of 600 x 600 dots per inch (DPI), enabling crisp text and detailed graphics. This high-resolution output made the models particularly favored for producing professional documents and presentations.

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The HP 1100 series also showcases a straightforward and user-friendly operation. The built-in control panel simplifies the printing process, allowing users to manage jobs intuitively. Additionally, with the inclusion of parallel and later USB connectivity options, integration with various computer systems was seamless, ensuring compatibility with existing office infrastructure.

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