Contents

 

Change fax settings

55

Configure the fax header

55

Set the answer mode (Auto answer)

56

Set the number of rings before answering

56

Change the answer ring pattern for distinctive ring

57

Set the fax error correction mode

57

Set the dial type

58

Set the redial options

58

Set the fax speed

58

Fax over the Internet

59

Test fax setup

60

Use reports

60

Print fax confirmation reports

61

Print fax error reports

61

Print and view the fax log

62

Cancel a fax

62

7 Configure and manage

 

Manage the device

63

Monitor the device

63

Administer the device

64

Use device management tools

64

Toolbox (Windows)

64

Open the Toolbox

65

Toolbox tabs

65

Embedded Web server (HP Officejet J4680 only)

66

To open the embedded Web server

66

Embedded Web server pages

66

HP Printer Utility (Mac OS)

67

Open the HP Printer Utility

67

HP Printer Utility panels

67

Understand the self-test report

68

Set up faxing for the device

69

Set up faxing (parallel phone systems)

69

Choose the correct fax setup for your home or office

70

Select your fax setup case

72

Case A: Separate fax line (no voice calls received)

73

Case B: Set up the device with DSL

74

Case C: Set up the device with a PBX phone system or an ISDN line

75

Case D: Fax with a distinctive ring service on the same line

76

Case E: Shared voice/fax line

77

Case F: Shared voice/fax line with voice mail

78

Case G: Fax line shared with computer modem (no voice calls received)

79

Case H: Shared voice/fax line with computer modem

81

Case I: Shared voice/fax line with answering machine

85

Case J: Shared voice/fax line with computer modem and answering machine

86

Case K: Shared voice/fax line with computer dial-up modem and voice mail

90

Serial-type fax setup

92

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HP J4580, J4680, J4660, J4540, J4550 manual Configure and manage

J4540, J4580, J4680, J4660, J4550 specifications

The HP J4580 and J4500 series printers are versatile all-in-one devices that cater to both home and small office environments. Designed to deliver high-quality printing, scanning, copying, and faxing capabilities, these models combine functionality with ease of use.

The HP J4580 model stands out with its compact design, making it an ideal choice for users with limited space. One of its main features is the ability to print in color and black-and-white at speeds up to 28 pages per minute (ppm). Additionally, the J4580 boasts a maximum print resolution of 4800 x 1200 optimized dpi, ensuring that both text and images look sharp and vibrant.

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