
7.(Optional) Connect a phone to the other open phone port on the parallel splitter.
Figure 12-15 Back view of the product
Solve a problem
1Telephone wall jack
2Phone cord connected to the
3Parallel splitter
4Telephone (optional)
5Computer with modem
6Phone cord supplied in the box with the product connected to the
8.Turn off the Auto Answer setting.
9.Run a fax test.
If you pick up the phone before the product answers the call and hear fax tones from a sending fax machine, you will need to answer the fax call manually.
I hear static on my telephone line since connecting the product
Try the following solutions to resolve the issue. Solutions are listed in order, with the most likely solution first. If the first solution does not solve the problem, continue trying the remaining solutions until the issue is resolved.
•Solution 1: Make sure the product is set up for faxing correctly
•Solution 2: Try removing the splitter
•Solution 3: Try another power outlet
Solution 1: Make sure the product is set up for faxing correctly
Solution: Make sure you set up the product properly for faxing, based on the equipment and services you have on the same phone line as the product. For more information, see Set up the HP Photosmart for faxing.
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