Change fax settings

Use the following steps to change the initial settings or to configure other options for faxing.

Configure the fax header

Set the answer mode (Auto answer)

Set the number of rings before answering

Change the answer ring pattern for distinctive ring

Set the dial type

Set the redial options

Set the fax speed

Set the fax sound volume

Configure the fax header

The fax header prints your name and fax number on the top of every fax you send. HP recommends that you set up the fax header by using the HP software provided with the printer. You can also set up the fax header from the printer control panel, as described here.

NOTE: In some countries/regions, the fax header information is a legal requirement.

To set or change the fax header

1.From the Home screen on the printer display, press the Up and Down buttons to select Fax, and then press OK.

2.Select Settings, and then select Fax Header.

3.Enter your personal or company name and fax number, and then select Done.

Set the answer mode (Auto answer)

The answer mode determines whether the printer answers incoming calls.

Turn on the Auto Answer setting if you want the printer to answer faxes automatically. The printer answers all incoming calls and faxes.

Turn off the Auto Answer setting if you want to receive faxes manually. You must be available to respond in person to the incoming fax call or else the printer does not receive faxes.

To set the answer mode

1.From the Home screen on the printer display, press the Up and Down buttons to select Fax, and then press OK.

2.Select Settings.

3.Select Auto Answer, select On or Off, and then press OK.

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