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09-14-2020 09:30 AM
I want to use the Windows Fax and Scan App. I tried using the pjone jack in the living room, but the laptop doesnt recognize a modem. How do I resolve this?
09-14-2020 11:10 AM
Welcome to the HP Community Forum.
Here is your how-to:
How to use Windows Fax and Scan
First steps...
What you’ll need to fax with Windows Fax and Scan
- A computer running Windows Fax and Scan
- A landline phone line (VoIP will not work)
- A fax modem (either internal or external). If you don’t have one there are options for USB fax modems.
- A phone cord (to connect the modem to the phone line)
- A document to test the fax with
Based on the little time I have invested in the subject, I have decided that implementing a "nontraditional setup" Fax is a bit more convoluted than simply purchasing a printer that includes fax, using Mobile Fax, or signing up for eFax service. Personal opinion.
If your printer does not include a fax function, if you don't have a fax modem, if you don't want eFax, consider Mobile Fax.
HP Smart for Windows
HP Smart is an application available in the Microsoft Store
Learn how to use HP Smart on your Windows 10 computer.
Open the Software and Drivers Support Website for your printer > Check the Box Get the App
OR
HP Printers - Using the HP Smart App (Windows 10)
NOTE: Website includes the HP Smart software for Windows and Mobile devices, plus an FAQ section to assist with questions / issues
HP Smart Tasks for Windows and HP Smart Mobile
Where available, Smart Tasks can be configured for several print tasks.
- Print: Send a print job to your printer.
- Email: Send an email message or attachments.
- Save to: Save a file to a cloud storage account, such as Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive.
HP Printers - HP Smart: Use Smart Tasks
HP Smart – Mobile Fax – Information, Sign-up, Terms of Service
Not your home site? Click the Flag to change to your region.
Mobile Fax information, including a link (below the FAQ section) to the all-important Terms of Service Contract. NOTE: It is NOT necessary that you be enrolled to read the contract > Open the main website > scroll down past the FAQ
Printer Home Page - References and Resources – Learn about your Printer - Solve Problems
“Things that are your printer”
NOTE: Content depends on device type and Operating System
Categories: Alerts, Access to the Print and Scan Doctor (Windows), Warranty Check, HP Drivers / Software / Firmware Updates, How-to Videos, Bulletins/Notices, Lots of How-to Documents, Troubleshooting, User Guides / Manuals, Product Information (Specifications), more
When the website support page opens, Select (as available) a Category > Topic > Subtopic
Open Support Home
Enter the name of your HP device
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