Multi-Tech Systems FF100 manual PBX Compatibility, FaxFinder Operating Modes

FaxFinder Cabling Guide Application Considerations

PBX Compatibility

Before proceeding with cabling or software installation, you should confirm that the telephony equipment with which you intend to use the FaxFinder is compatible with it. Although the FaxFinder can simply be connected to an ordinary phone subscriber line (a POTS line), it is often connected to a PBX. One of the convenient features of the FaxFinder is its ability to deliver incoming faxes as email messages directly to users on an ethernet network. This direct service depends on the PBX’s ability to route multiple phone extension numbers to a single station port. If the PBX lacks that ability, incoming faxes must be sent to users through an attendant. If you will be connecting the FaxFinder to a PBX, it is important to understand the PBX’s capabilities in this regard beforehand. The following section explains why the capabilities of your PBX will determine how you set up the FaxFinder unit to work with it.

FaxFinder Operating Modes

The FaxFinder FF100 Fax Server provides two-way fax service to PC client users on an Ethernet network. For outgoing service, users send faxes by using the Print command of any application program and selecting the FaxFinder as the target Printer. For incoming fax service, the FaxFinder converts the incoming faxes into graphic files that are sent as email attachments to fax recipients on the ethernet network.

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